Wastewater CCTV Operator

City of Dothan•Dothan, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supervises and participates in the work of a crew of personnel engaged in the inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of the city’s wastewater collection system. The work consists of related supervisory and technical duties. Heavy traffic, inclement weather, and the risk of exposure to hazardous materials contribute to the complexity of the work. The purpose of this position is to supervise the work of a crew of personnel engaged in the inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of the wastewater collection system. Successful performance helps ensure the effective and efficient collection and treatment of wastewater in compliance with all relevant state and federal regulations.

Requirements

Graduation from standard senior high school or GED, as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
One (1) year recent experience in the construction, repair, and maintenance of underground wastewater collection facilities.
Possession of valid driver license with an acceptable driving record (PBA 9/10/01).
An employee in this position must obtain a Wastewater Grade IC Operator certification, issued by the State of Alabama within eighteen (18) months of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer, or the ability to obtain through reciprocity.
An employee in this position must obtain NASSCO Certifications for pipeline (PACP), manhole (MACP), and lateral (LACP) assessments within twenty-four (24) months of employment/ promotion/demotion/transfer.
Employees are required to obtain a Class “A” unrestricted Commercial Driver License (CDL) within 120 days of date of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer to this position.
In an emergency and/or standby situation, an employee in this position must be able to report to his/her regular workstation in a maximum of 30 minutes from the time of notification. (Sec. 2-30. (2) / PBA 1/9/95)
This requirement must be met within six (6) months of employment/promotion/ demotion/transfer.
An employee in this position must be available to be contacted via phone within 30 days of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer, due to call out requirements.
An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks.
Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy, which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 08/13/12).
Must meet the City of Dothan's employment physical standard, which includes drug/alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year recent experience in the operation of closed-circuit TV (CCTV) cameras/electronic machinery controls preferred .
Possession of a Wastewater Grade IC Operator certification, issued by the State of Alabama preferred .
Possession of a Class “A” Unrestricted Commercial Driver License preferred .
Possession of NASSCO Certification for pipeline (PACP), manhole (MACP), and lateral (LACP) assessments preferred .

Responsibilities

Supervises and assists a crew engaged in the operation of CCTV trucks and equipment used to inspect sewer lines, manholes, and laterals for debris, cracks, or holes and to identify problems or areas of infiltration into the sanitary sewer system.
Inputs all necessary data into the CUES GraniteNet inspection software using National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) standards and forms.
Responds to and reports sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs) in compliance with EPA and ADEM guidelines; takes photographs, sanitizes and cleans the area, places public notification of hazardous materials, and identifies cause and makes repairs.
Supervises and assists a crew in operating jet-vacuum trucks and associated equipment to clean and vacuum lift stations, gravity sewer manholes, main lines, and laterals to remove grease, debris, sediment, and other obstructions.
Supervises and assists a crew in completing dye tests and smoke tests.
Completes work orders using Cityworks or current work order system and tracks location, equipment, labor, and materials for each project.
Ensures work is performed in compliance with ALDOT and other work safety guidelines.
Performs routine maintenance and technical repairs to equipment such as transporters and cameras.
Acts as first responder to hazardous situations to make the area safe for entry by police, fire, other public safety personnel, and the public.
Responds to emergency storm or outage situations; connects generators and/or by-pass pumps to lift stations without power; maintains related logs; assists with FEMA documentation.
Trains, assigns, directs, and supervises personnel.
Responds as a supervisor to after-hours calls related to wastewater collection and/or water distribution system situations.
Performs related duties.