Wastewater Collections Worker I

City of Las Cruces•Las Cruces, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Inspects, maintains, repairs, and operates the City’s wastewater system. This position works outdoors in varied weather and traffic conditions and is exposed to noise, fumes, gases, chemicals, dust, dirt, moving equipment and vehicles, open manholes, confined spaces, and poorly ventilated areas. The work is physically demanding and involves heavy lifting and a range of movements, including bending, climbing, crawling, and kneeling. The position may involve competing demands, multiple tasks, deadlines, occasional work beyond normal business hours, and responses to customer issues. Regular attendance is essential. The position is subject to drug testing under applicable state and federal regulations and City policies. This is a full-time, represented, non-exempt position in the Utilities Department. The posting may also be used to fill other vacancies, including full-time, part-time, and/or contract positions, and will remain open until filled with periodic application reviews. The position is graded BC08/CN08. First consideration may be given to qualified current employees; meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the selection process.

Requirements

Equivalent to a high school diploma.
Two years of experience as a laborer, maintenance worker, or construction worker; a combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City policy.
Valid driver’s license.
Valid Class A commercial driver’s license with tanker and air brake endorsements must be obtained within one year of employment.
Level II Wastewater Certification required.
NMDOT Traffic Control Technician certification required within 18 months of hire.
Acceptable driving record in accordance with City policies.
Ability to work in confined spaces, use and wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), and pass an annual confined-space physical.
Ability to safely operate associated hand and power tools, equipment, and motor vehicles; use safety equipment and follow safety procedures.
Ability to navigate even and uneven surfaces and perform heavy physical work, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items weighing more than 90 pounds.
Ability to follow procedures and oral and written instructions; read, understand, and comply with relevant specifications, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and operate a two-way communication device to communicate with crews and supervisors.
Ability to maintain accurate records, review documents and extract relevant information, and perform required reading, writing, and mathematical calculations.
Ability to use a personal computer with standard and specialized software.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and demands, meet deadlines, use sound judgment and initiative, and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
General knowledge of wastewater plant and line service, maintenance, repair, and construction practices; related tools, equipment, and supplies; customer service; occupational and environmental regulations and safety practices; recordkeeping; computer software; and City organization, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

Install, service, clean, and repair wastewater lines using a high-pressure truck and/or other equipment, and complete work orders.
Set up truck safety devices, open manholes, and insert high-pressure hoses and vacuum debris tubes.
Operate television cameras within wastewater lines to identify obstructions and operate a pipe locator.
Construct, install, and maintain sewer main lines and manholes using shoring, heavy equipment, concrete, brick, piping, and standard construction tools.
Monitor odor-control sites, respond to odor-control complaints, and ensure chemicals are fed according to calculated dosages.
Participate in plant process control, maintain daily logs, and monitor equipment operations.
Repair and maintain plant equipment; check and calibrate plant flow meters; and perform plant building and facility maintenance.
Monitor lift station operations and perform routine maintenance.
Install new service for homes and businesses.
Repair sidewalks and perform general equipment maintenance.
Respond to service complaints and inform customers of necessary actions.