Stormwater Maintenance Technician

City of Oxnard•Oxnard, CA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Oxnard’s Wastewater Division is seeking a Stormwater Maintenance Technician. Under general supervision, this position performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled duties within the Wastewater Collection Operator series, primarily supporting the maintenance of the stormwater drainage system and flood control facilities. The Stormwater Maintenance Technician assists wastewater collection operators as needed and demonstrates a strong understanding of applicable policies, procedures, and work methods related to assigned responsibilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year of maintenance experience and/or repair experience, preferably in the performance of utility tasks
Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
Obtain a Class "B" California Driver's License within 18 months from date of hire.
Proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.
Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.
This position requires a 12-month probationary period.
All public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.
Must pass a thorough reference check and background investigation.
Must pass a pre-employment medical and/or psychological evaluation.
Must be fit-ready during emergency situations.
Employees must be able to properly wear and utilize required PPE, meet respiratory fit-testing requirements, and pass periodic medical evaluations in accordance with applicable safety regulations.

Nice To Haves

Current possession of Grade I Collection System Maintenance Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA).

Responsibilities

Maintenance of the separate storm sewer system, including over 50 miles of earthen drainage channels, 2400 catch basins, and 170 miles of storm drain pipes
Assisting the Wastewater Collection Operators, Treatment Plant Operators, Treatment Plant Maintenance staff, and Source Control group with duties as assigned
Weed abatement on earthen channel
Catch basin, culvert and storm drain cleaning
Maintenance and operation of various motorized and mechanized equipment
Removal of debris and cleaning of catch basins, beaches and ditches
Documenting maintenance activities using GIS and other computer-based technology
Setting up traffic control for normal maintenance operations
Posting traffic control signs in work area when flooding occurs
Working overtime during rain events
Swamping on a combination truck
Assist with cleaning the wastewater collection system
Will be required to work during wet weather events
Opening and closing wastewater lines when necessary
Assist with operating and maintaining line inspection and video equipment
Assist plant operations staff and plant maintenance staff on an as-needed basis
Other related duties as assigned
Takes and records meter readings on assigned routes; reviews consistency of meter readings and reports unusual incidents or inconsistent readings; maintains meter boxes and reports defects in water meters.
Delivers notices regarding delinquent accounts and returned checks; closes and locks meters on delinquent accounts.
Reports rules and regulations violations related to water consumption; reviews and reports conditions that require a rate change for utility services.
Identifies addresses for new service and provided notice related to service application process; turns water service on for new customers; obtains weekly route information from system.
Performs data entry; assists in updating and maintaining meter account information and related files.
Receives and responds to inquiries and concerns from the public; provides general information on procedures and processes; refers complex inquiries and requests to appropriate resource.