Street and Sewer Maintenance Worker 1

Madison, City of•Madison, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level position in the City of Madison’s Engineering Operations team, offering paid, on-the-job training for a career in Public Works. The role involves operating trucks and specialized mechanical equipment, and performing heavy manual labor related to the cleaning, maintenance, CCTV inspection, and repair of the City’s storm and sanitary sewer systems. Employees will perform a variety of laboring tasks and operate related equipment under direction, exercising some judgment within established guidelines. Specific work assignments may vary. Employees typically advance to Street and Sewer Machine Operator 1 after 12 months. Qualified applicants with a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with a tanker vehicle (N) endorsement may be hired immediately as a Street and Sewer Machine Operator 1. Further advancement is based on a competitive process. The position offers a starting annual salary of $57,862.22 for Street and Sewer Maintenance Worker 1, with potential to start at $60,392.28 for Street and Sewer Machine Operator 1. Salary progression includes steps based on employment duration. Longevity pay is available starting in the fifth year. Regular work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, for 40 hours per week. The selection process may begin before the closing date. Employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The City encourages applications from diverse backgrounds and values unique experiences and skills.

Requirements

Possession of a valid driver's license at the time of application.
Ability to effectively work with multicultural communities.
Ability to lift/carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 75 pounds with assistance.
Ability to perform a high percentage of work outdoors in all types of weather.
Ability to perform work in confined spaces, underground, in limited light conditions, and to frequently bend, twist, squat, climb, and reach for extended periods of time.

Nice To Haves

Qualified applicants who possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with a tanker vehicle (N) endorsement at the time of hire, may be hired immediately at the Street and Sewer Machine Operator 1 level.

Responsibilities

Assist in the cleaning, maintenance, CCTV inspection, and repair of sanitary sewer and storm sewer facilities.
Assist with installation and maintain traffic control to provide a safe work zone.
Perform heavy manual labor associated with sewer cleaning, maintenance CCTV inspection, and structure repairs.
Remove and replace sanitary and storm access covers.
Check and monitor for potential hazardous atmospheres in trenches and structures.
Assist with set-up of cleaning and inspection equipment.
Operate motor vehicles, trucks and trailers to transport materials to job and disposal sites.
Operate multi-rear axle trucks and specialized equipment in a training capacity.
Assist with routine asphalt and concrete patching and finishing work.
Clean inlets, grates, greenways.
Perform building and grounds maintenance activities.
Perform landscape maintenance activities such as mowing, string trimming, hand weeding, litter collection, etc.
Perform tree and brush removal.
Perform snow and ice removal.
Perform routine building maintenance and cleaning tasks.
Wash, clean, fuel and assist in performance of required maintenance of vehicles, equipment and tools.
Use computerized work order system to provide accurate and thorough work-related records.
Record daily work and inspection observations.
Maintain CDL inspection record as required.
Prepare and submit accident, incident and vehicle problem reports.
Maintain facilities, grounds, vehicles, equipment and tools.
Collect and properly dispose of dead animals (other than deer) from public right-of-way.
Assist with the installation, maintenance, and removal of sewer sampling and flow monitoring equipment.
Assist property owners in resolving sewer-related problems.
Work cooperatively with other agencies and external customers.
Perform other related work as assigned.