Utility Maintenance Worker I - Regional Wastewater Reclamation
About The Position
Pima County's Regional Wastewater Reclamation Conveyance Division operates and maintains one of the largest sewer systems in the nation, encompassing 3500 miles of pipes, over 78,000 manhole structures, 22 pump stations, and 28 odor control facilities. The department trains and certifies personnel in the operation of CDL licensed vehicles, Department of Environmental Quality certifications, and multiple safety and OSHA training and certifications. As a Utility Maintenance Worker I, daily duties will include the routine cleaning, repair, inspection, vector control, disinfection, and maintenance of sanitary sewage conveyance systems (gravity and pressure).
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalency AND six months of experience performing maintenance work in general construction or in an industrial setting.
- Valid driver license is required at time of application.
- Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
- The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
- All positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application.
Nice To Haves
- Candidate must obtain ADEQ Collection System Grade 1 Certification before the end of one (1) year probationary period.
- Candidate must obtain Commercial Driver's License (CDL w/ tanker endorsement) within six (6) months of initial employment date.
- All positions require possession of a valid Grade 1 Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Wastewater Collection certification upon completion of initial or promotional probation.
- All positions require a valid Class B Arizona commercial driver license (CDL), with appropriate endorsements upon completion of initial or promotional probation.
Responsibilities
- Operates specialized equipment, machines, and vehicles such as pressure cleaners, sprayers, television inspection equipment, vacuum, balling, and rodding machines
- Performs preventive maintenance and repair of sewer lines, cleanouts, manhole structures, covers, and wastewater pumping system facilities
- Locates and removes blockages in sewer lines and manholes
- Clears the area around manhole covers and physically adjusts the structure and/or cover assembly
- Performs routine operational checkouts on wastewater pumping systems
- Applies and properly disposes of pesticides, disinfectants, and oxidizing agents encountered in duties
- Performs operator-level servicing, adjustment, and maintenance of specialized tools, equipment, assigned vehicles, and machinery
- Complies with all operational safety regulations by maintaining and using safety and personal protective equipment
- Stores, handles, applies, and disposes of hazardous materials generated by work assignments as instructed in the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
- Establishes and maintains appropriate worksite traffic control/warning devices and measures
- Assists other Utility Maintenance Workers in flow/atmospheric monitoring and television inspection of systems by placing and retrieving monitoring/inspection devices and equipment
Benefits
- competitive salaries
- generous health insurance coverage
- retirement plans
- flexible work schedules
- a generous family leave policy
- wellness programs
- opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs
- County-wide employee recognition program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
