Operator I - Water Distribution, Sewer Collections, Storm Water

City of Sumner•City Public Operations, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Sumner Public Operations Department is recruiting for four (4) Utilities Division positions, including: 1 x Water Distribution Operator, 1 x Sewer Collections Operator, and 2 x Stormwater Operator. These full-time positions play a vital role in maintaining and improving the City’s utility infrastructure systems. Operators perform a wide variety of construction, repair, maintenance, and operational duties related to water distribution, sewer collections, and stormwater systems while supporting safe, reliable public services for the community. This position is a full-time, Fair Labor Standards Act overtime eligible, non-exempt position. This position is designated as a Safety Sensitive Position. The regular work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm. Evening, weekend and holiday work may be assigned per CBA. The incumbent in this position is not a Civil Service employee. This position is eligible for representation through the Teamsters Local 313. General Purpose: This position is responsible for maintenance and construction work performing a wide variety of assignments in the repair, construction and maintenance of City sewer, storm and water systems. This position is part of the Utilities Division of the Public Operations Department. Supervision Received: Work is initially performed under the direction of a Field Supervisor or the Superintendent; work is frequently delegated to this classification by a Lead Operator; however, as experience is gained, the employee is expected to perform assignments independently. Work performance is reviewed while in progress and upon completion, for conformance with instructions, or work standards. Supervision Exercised: Supervision is not a normal responsibility in positions of this classification.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Graduation from high school, or equivalent.
Experience in construction, maintenance, and repair with a public utility in a similar position desired.
Any experience, education, or training which would provide the level of knowledge and ability desired.
Possession of a valid Washington State driver's license.
Possession of or ability to obtain a Class "A” CDL with a Tanker endorsement within two years of employment.
Possession of or ability to obtain standard first-aid/CPR certification within six to twelve months of employment.
Possession of or ability to obtain flagging certification within six to twelve months.
If necessary, employee may be trained to obtain a Public Operator's License and/or Sign and Markings Specialist certification.
Basic maintenance, repair and construction techniques used in the street, storm, sewer and water system.
Work hazards and applicable safety precautions applicable to the work.
Safe operation of power and manual hand tools.
The operation of light vehicles.
Perform tasks requiring physical strength and agility.
Operate a computer or tablet.
Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions and work independently in the performance of routinely assigned duties.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and the public.
Work out of doors for extended periods under unfavorable weather conditions.
Operate power and manual hand tools.
Respond to work outside of normal working hours.
Provide excellent customer service by using a friendly, professional, accurate and customer orientated approach to a wide variety of customers including the general public and other staff. This would include in- person and verbal communications.
Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
Contribute to achieving the City’s Mission.

Nice To Haves

Experience in construction, maintenance, and repair with a public utility in a similar position desired.
One or more of the following appropriate certifications for the assigned section and career track within that section may include: Water Distribution: Water Distribution Manager I and/or Cross Connection Control Specialist Sewer Collections: Waste Water Collections Personnel Association (WWCPA) Sewer Collection System Certification I. Storm Water: Herbicide/Pesticide Applicator's License, Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead, Trapper Certificate.
Other valid certifications may be required in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Responsibilities

Reads water meters on an assigned route and records readings in hand-held device for billings; checks condition of meters and boxes; inspects, cleans, reports or replaces broken, or worn out meters.
Installs, repairs and maintains water, sanitary and storm sewer line and apparatus such as fire hydrants, valves, manholes and catch basins, etc. as assigned.
Fabricates, repairs and installs road, warning, street and speed signs.
Repairs concrete sidewalks and curbs; removes old material; mixes concrete; makes and sets up forms; pours and finishes concrete; paints pavement striping, stop bars, crosswalks and curbs for traffic control.
Uses city asset management system to plan and track maintenance to city assets.
Performs other duties as requested.
Installs, repairs, maintains, and replaces various components of the public sewer collection system including, but not limited to: Sewer gravity and force mains, side sewer lines, manhole structures, emergency generators, grinder pump and lift station facilities, valves, and other sewer infrastructure.
Assists with utility locates for both city and developer/builder use.
Installs, repairs, maintains, and replaces various components of the public storm water system including, but not limited to: storm water mains, catch basins, roadside ditches, infiltration galleries, detention/infiltration ponds, and other storm water infrastructure.
Performs weed and vegetation control services including herbicide and pesticide application.
Installs, repairs, maintains, and replaces various components of the public water distribution including, but not limited to: water mains, service lines, hydrants, reading, setting and testing water meters, storage reservoirs, emergency generators, air gaps, check valves, and various other components.
Works closely with the billing office to accomplish shut-off and turn-on activities in a timely and professional manner.