Wastewater Collection System Worker

Hernando County, Florida BOCC•Brooksville, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

An individual in this position performs skilled duties related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of Hernando County’s wastewater collection system. The County provides a career path to Wastewater Collection System Tech I and Tech II when applicable license, certification, and experience requirements are met. Job classification placement depends on the licenses, certifications, and years of experience held by the employee or selected applicant. The position assists with work on gravity lines, force mains, lift stations, and plant facilities; responds to service requests and emergency callouts; completes work orders; investigates customer concerns; and helps keep collection-system information and assigned vehicle materials current. Employees interact with the public, contractors, and vendors and may perform other related duties as assigned. Employees are required to report during a state of emergency and may be recalled at any time for emergency response operations, which may involve duties beyond those in this description. The role may involve vaccine requirements, and Tech I and Tech II positions are subject to random DOT drug and alcohol testing. Selected candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination. The work takes place outdoors and in varied weather and conditions, including confined spaces, ditches, areas near vehicle traffic and heavy machinery, and noisy environments. Exposure to odors, gases, and blood-borne pathogens is possible.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent (GED).
For the Worker grade, one year of experience in utility field work or a related field is preferred.
For Tech I, three years of progressively responsible experience in utility construction and maintenance, or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities through a combination of education and experience.
For Tech II, five years of progressively responsible experience in utility construction and maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Worker: maintain a valid Florida Class E driver’s license and a good driving record as defined by the current insurance carrier.
Tech I and Tech II: maintain a valid Florida Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement and a good driving record as defined by the current insurance carrier.
Tech I: possess a Class C Collection Technician Certification.
Tech II: possess a Class B Collection Technician Certification.
Obtain FEMA ICS 100, ICS 200, and ICS 700 NIMS certifications within 30 days of hire.
Tech I and Tech II: hold Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Intermediate Level certification.
Worker: MOT Intermediate Level is preferred or must be obtained as required.
Knowledge of wastewater collection-system construction, installation, and maintenance techniques; applicable federal, state, and local codes and regulations; and utility construction safety procedures.
Ability to safely and efficiently perform manual labor in a field environment and operate hand and power tools, vehicles, and heavy equipment.
Ability to maintain, install, and repair utility collection systems safely while protecting the public from contamination through proper repair techniques.
Ability to complete records, documents, and reports accurately and interact professionally and courteously with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate clearly and concisely.
Ability to identify and evaluate hazardous-substance exposure and unsafe conditions in confined spaces.
Ability to implement and update standard operating procedures and guidelines related to wastewater construction and maintenance.
Ability to troubleshoot line and main breaks, isolate them, determine corrective action, complete repairs, and restore service.
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, plans, and specifications; use computer programs, including highly technical applications; and make sound decisions independently.
Ability to work weekends, holidays, and other times during emergencies or assigned standby duty.
Successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination as a condition of employment.
Tech I and Tech II positions are subject to DOT random drug and alcohol testing.
May be subject to Hepatitis B and other vaccines when necessary.
Able to meet the physical requirements, including frequent lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds and occasional lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds; frequent bending and twisting; occasional squatting, climbing, kneeling, and balancing; and tasks involving grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, and typing.
Able to work outdoors in heat, cold, wet weather, and high humidity; in damp, chilly, dry, or noisy conditions; in confined spaces, on uneven surfaces, and below ground level; around vehicle traffic and heavy machinery; and with others or alone during daytime and nighttime hours.

Nice To Haves

One year of utility field work or related-field experience for the Worker grade.
Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Intermediate Level certification for the Worker grade.

Responsibilities

Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of gravity lines, force mains, lift stations, and plant facilities.
Respond to service requests and emergency callouts for routine and emergency sewer-line breaks, helping minimize service interruption.
Complete assigned daily work orders using a tablet or another mobile device.
Evaluate, coordinate, and repair sewer service laterals to minimize service interruption.
Install new sewer connections to lots where service is available, including piping and fittings, while ensuring proper fall for unobstructed flow.
Locate and mark County sewer lines and valves for contractors and other utility companies using maps, GIS, and ground-penetrating radar to help prevent damage.
Investigate customer complaints about utility systems, determine and take appropriate corrective action, and document findings and actions on work orders.
Locate, record, and update information about wastewater collection lines, service lines, meters, and valves to support leak and break isolation and reduce service interruption.
Maintain adequate materials stock on the assigned vehicle and coordinate restocking with the storeroom or warehouse.
Take rotating on-call duty and respond to after-hours and weekend callouts as needed.
Interact professionally and effectively with the public, contractors, and vendors.
Complete weekly vehicle and equipment inspection and maintenance records accurately.
Maintain regular attendance, punctuality, and adherence to the availability schedule.
Perform other reasonable related duties assigned by a supervisor or management.
Report for work during a state of emergency and participate in emergency response operations when recalled.