Stormwater Operator I or II

City of West Jordan•West Jordan, UT

2d•$21 - $33

About The Position

Under immediate supervision, responsible for performing a variety of apprentice level duties involved in the operation, maintenance, and repair of Stormwater collection systems, equipment, and facilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid Utah Driver's License
Possession of, or ability to obtain a Utah commercial driver's license within 1 year of employment in the position.
Possession of, or ability to obtain Traffic Control Flagger, Trench Shoring, and Confined Space certificates within 6 months of employment (training typically provided by City). Director may grant extension if training isn't available during 6-month period.
One year of experience performing construction related activities.
Possession of, or ability to obtain Grade I Wastewater Collection System certificate within 1 year of employment.
Two years of experience in Stormwater collection system operations.
Possession of an unrestricted Grade I (or higher) Wastewater Collection Certificate
Knowledge of basic tools, materials, and equipment used in construction related activities.
Knowledge of safe driving and operation principles and practices of vehicles.
Knowledge of basic road etiquette and defensive driving.
Knowledge of basic record keeping principles.
Skill with basic tools, materials, and equipment used in construction related activities
Skill with operating a motor vehicle safely
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, receive specific direction on a job site.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to understand the importance and possess basic record keeping abilities.
Ability to follow and adhere to occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in maintenance and repair work.
Ability to work harmoniously in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Respond to alarms and assist in the suppression of structural, residential, commercial, industrial, chemical, petroleum, and vehicle fires.
Assigned to work in one of the three utility divisions and will work generally within that division to test, maintain, inspect, repair, and clean the various utility pipes, fittings, inlets, basins, valves, or other apparatus associated with the utility.
May involve emergency call-out or overtime repair work, working in various weather conditions, at various times of the day/night.
Perform general maintenance and cleanup duties around facilities.
Operate a variety of vehicles, tools, and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of utility distribution and collection systems.
Operate TV inspection truck and related equipment to inspect storm drain lines.
Troubleshoot problems with the TV system including camera, tractor, drum, computer, and software.
Assist and or operate jet truck to clean stormwater main lines; excavate, repair, and replace stormwater mains.
Maintain stormwater equipment in operating order by inspecting, removing, repairing, and replacing malfunctioning parts and sections.
Inspect and clean the interiors of stormwater control devices
Conduct routine tests of stormwater pipes.
Cut and remove roots, debris, and other obstacles from stormwater pipes.
Remove and inspect manhole covers and manholes; mix, pour, and finish concrete to raise manholes to street surfaces; replace manhole covers as needed.
Excavate and repair of stormwater lines, connections, manholes, debris basins, and stormwater basins and their appurtenances.
Clean storm drains; remove water from flooded streets.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.