Storm/Sewer Technician II

City of Tualatin•Tualatin, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Storm/Sewer Technician II works outdoors as part of a crew or individually to maintain, operate, inspect, and repair the City of Tualatin’s sanitary sewer and stormwater systems. The role includes preventive maintenance, responding to infrastructure problems, operating vehicles and specialized medium and heavy equipment, and performing hands-on construction and repair work. The employee may act as a site lead, directing City employees or contractors on assigned work and ensuring tasks are completed satisfactorily. The position also involves cleaning sewer and stormwater infrastructure, inspecting lift stations, identifying deficiencies and safety concerns, making minor repairs, and recommending repairs or improvements to a manager. The employee sets up traffic-control zones, follows applicable safety procedures, handles hazardous materials as required, and responds to citizen requests and complaints. Work orders and inspections are recorded using asset-management software and other job-related technology. The technician may respond to emergencies, including sewer overflows, and participates in a rotating 24-hour on-call list. Duties may include snow and ice removal, plan review, and construction project inspections. The role requires manual labor and operation of hand and power tools, and work takes place in variable outdoor conditions, including exposure to noise, moisture, dust, fumes, heat, slippery or uneven surfaces, and occasional confined spaces or heights.

Requirements

Two years of experience in, or general knowledge of, general maintenance and construction work, including operation of heavy equipment.
Sufficient education to ensure the ability to read and write.
Minimum experience required for the applicable state certifications.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, as-builts and blueprints, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and NexGen for asset management, or other software related to job functions.
Working knowledge of data entry using a laptop or handheld device and knowledge of the City’s GIS applications.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months, an Oregon Commercial Class A Driver’s License with Tanker and Air Brakes endorsements.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months, an Oregon DEQ Wastewater Collections Operator Certificate II.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months, First Aid and CPR certification.
Ability to obtain other certifications within a timeframe determined by management, including confined-space entry, state-certified traffic control/flagging, and forklift/lift-truck certifications.
Ability to maintain all required certifications.
Must pass an internal examination demonstrating proficiency and knowledge of vactor truck operation and routine maintenance before unsupervised use.
Ability to learn safe operating procedures for street, sewer, and storm division systems and the applicable tools and equipment used in the trade.
Awareness of confined-space and hazardous conditions.
Knowledge of Clean Water Services maintenance regulations and sanitary sewer overflow and illicit discharge procedures and response.
Knowledge of winter-weather response protocols, including snowplow operation and de-icer application.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and perform tasks safely and efficiently.
Ability to perform strenuous manual tasks and withstand variable weather conditions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, digging, and other physical tasks.

Responsibilities

Maintain, operate, and repair the City’s sanitary sewer and stormwater systems, including preventive maintenance and response to infrastructure issues.
Act as a site lead and direct employees or contracted workers on specific assignments, overseeing work quality and completion.
Drive vehicles including combination trucks and dump trucks, including vehicles requiring a commercial driver’s license; conduct CDL pre-trip inspections and follow vehicle-operation protocols.
Operate specialized medium and heavy equipment, including combination trucks, backhoes, excavators, and loaders, safely and efficiently.
Use specialized equipment to clean storm and sanitary sewer lines, manholes, and catch basins, selecting appropriate truck positioning, equipment, and cleaning methods.
Read and interpret blueprints and as-builts and implement design features and requirements in the field.
Set up and manage safe traffic-control work zones in accordance with procedures and traffic sign regulations.
Inspect sewer and stormwater infrastructure, identify maintenance deficiencies, needed repairs, and safety concerns, and recommend repairs or improvements to a manager.
Inspect City-owned sewer lift stations, clean them, and perform routine maintenance.
Perform confined-space work when necessary in accordance with applicable procedures.
Identify, troubleshoot, and repair deficiencies in sewer and stormwater systems, including catch basin and line repairs and excavation in vegetated water-quality facilities.
Make decisions regarding minor repairs.
Use safety equipment and follow safe operating procedures, including procedures for handling hazardous materials.
Respond professionally to public service requests and complaints, conduct inspections, and provide updates as appropriate.
Use cell phones, tablets, computers, Microsoft Office, asset-management or CMMS software, and related systems to complete work orders and inspections.
Respond to emergency events affecting City streets, stormwater, water, and sewer systems.
Operate equipment for snow and ice removal.
When assigned, lead responses to sanitary sewer overflows and ensure cleanup, response, and reporting protocols are followed.
Assist with plan review and construction project inspections or walkthroughs, and review design plans or as-built documents as assigned.
Participate in a rotating 24-hour on-call schedule and respond to urgent situations as the primary responder to applicable service calls.
Perform manual labor, including digging ditches, cleaning sediment from water-quality facilities, and hand-loading and unloading materials.
Operate a variety of hand and power tools.
Build and maintain cooperative, professional relationships with staff, vendors, and relevant members of the public or groups.
Drive to job sites, City facilities, vendors, training programs, and meetings as needed.