Utility Collection & Distribution Operator/Assistant Operator

City of Red Wing•Red Wing, MN

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Red Wing is currently accepting applications for a full-time Collection & Distribution Operator/Assistant Operator (Depending on Qualifications) in the Public Works Department - Public Services Division. This role involves performing a variety of tasks to maintain and repair the City’s water distribution and sewer collection system to ensure the safety and quality of the City’s water supply. It also includes assisting with the operation and maintenance of utility infrastructure such as water and/or wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, wells, reservoirs, and underground distribution and collection systems. Individuals are expected to work towards higher-level positions upon gaining the necessary experience and operator licenses. The work schedule is Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Must have HS diploma or equivalent.
Must possess a Minnesota Class D Water Treatment Operator’s Certificate AND a Class D or SD Wastewater Operator Certificate (for Assistant Operator).
Must possess at least one Minnesota Class C AND 1 Class C Water or Class SD or D Wastewater Operator Certificates (for Operator).
A valid unrestricted Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brakes and tanker endorsement is required.
Must pass a DOT physical.
Must be domiciled within a forty (40) minute driving distance of their Primary Work Station.
Required to work in permit and non-permit confined spaces in the role of Entrant or Attendant.
If extended a conditional offer of employment, candidate must pass a DOT physical medical exam and DOT drug screening.
Safety-sensitive employees are subject to U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40 which includes marijuana.

Nice To Haves

Individuals would work toward higher level positions upon gaining the necessary experience and operator licenses.

Responsibilities

Perform operational and maintenance activities independently or jointly with other staff.
Clean and maintain facilities, equipment and tools, vehicles, and building and grounds.
Monitor and record facility operations through site visits and through the use of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system.
Make routine adjustments to treatment plants, lift stations, booster pumps, and water reservoirs operational parameters and controls.
Make process adjustments under the direction of Operators or after receiving the necessary training.
Participate in daily and weekend rounds and inspections independently.
Complete laboratory tests, maintain records, and monitor facility and equipment operations associated with weekend rounds using documented Standard Operating Procedures and checklists.
Utilize preventative maintenance (PM) computer software to receive work task assignments and complete documentation of preventative maintenance activities.
Operate Utility Division equipment, including trucks, skid-steers, portable pumps, vactor truck, sewer jetting and rodding equipment, tanker trucks, sewer cameras, jackhammers, and tampers.
Assist with locating underground utility infrastructure.
Work in confined spaces or require specialized personal protection equipment such as respirators.
Maintain certification to work in confined spaces.
Assist with snow removal and temporary assignments to other divisions.
Perform related tasks as assigned.