Wastewater Maintenance Technician I/II

City of Norco • Norco, CA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the upkeep, maintenance, and repair of sewer collection system and lift stations; and generally the duties conducted by the Utility Maintenance Worker series for the City of Norco. This is a general employee position in the Public Works Department. This position performs a variety of sewer collections duties as well as general Utility Maintenance Worker responsibilities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Operations and Maintenance of Wastewater Collection System Certification (State Office of Water Programs).
• One year of sewer collections work experience including experience in confined space entry, atmospheric monitoring, fall restraint and confined space rescue (for Technician I).
• Three years of sewer collections work experience including experience in confined space entry, atmospheric monitoring, fall restraint and confined space rescue (for Technician II).
• Valid California Class A Commercial Driver’s License required within 12 months of hire date (for Technician I).
• Valid California Class A Commercial Driver’s License (for Technician II).
• Ability to obtain the California Water Environment Association, Sewer Collection Grade I certification within one (1) year of appointment (for Technician I).
• Ability to obtain State Water Resources Control Board, Water Distribution Operator Grade I certification within one (1) year of appointment (for Technician I).
• Ability to obtain California Water Environment Association, Sewer Collection Grade II certification within one (1) year of appointment (for Technician II).
• Ability to obtain State Water Resources Control Board, Water Distribution Operator Grade II certification within one (1) year of appointment (for Technician II).
• Knowledge of federal, state and City sewer collections requirements and monitoring systems; installation, maintenance and repair of pump motors, electrical panels and sewer lift station facilities.
• Knowledge of S.C.A.D.A. monitoring and control system operation.
• Knowledge of procurement and handling of hazardous chemicals.
• Some knowledge and skill in maintaining water wells, pumps and water treatment facilities; sampling and testing drinking water.
• Ability to communicate with professionalism, courtesy and tact.
• Ability to use proper English language including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Ability to use computer hardware, software and peripherals related to area assigned.
• Ability to communicate orally, in person, and by telephone with management, co-workers, and the public in face-to-face, one-to-one, and group settings; and use office equipment such as computer terminals.
• Must meet CAL-OSHA respiratory facemask requirements.
• Must be willing to assume responsibility for 24-hour operations in assigned area of responsibility or to respond to emergency situations in off hours as required using SCADA or directly onsite.
• Employees are enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) government Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Class A drivers are enrolled in the Department of Transportation (DOT) random drug testing program.

Nice To Haves

• The City will provide third-party training for each employee (after 6 months from hire date) to obtain the Class A License required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains sewer collection systems, mains, laterals, manholes, lift stations, metering stations, pressure lines and related structures; loads and unloads trucks; operates and performs preventive maintenance on pumps, valves and related lift station equipment.
• Flushes and clears collection systems; operates hand, jet and machine rods to clear lines; applies herbicides, foams and other chemicals to de-root, degrease and unstop lines; installs and removes flow meters.
• Operates service truck to respond to customer complaints; determines source of problem; clears lines or reports work needed; advises customer if problem is not the City's responsibility; pumps flooded areas.
• Observes safe work methods and safety precautions related to the work; flags and cones work sites for traffic control; shores trenches, operates pipe location and gas detection equipment; uses appropriate safety devices and equipment.
• Operates and maintains a wide variety of hand and power tools related to the work, including tampers, breaking guns, jackhammers, etc.
• Operates a variety of trucks and equipment, including jet and machine rudders, etc.; inspects vehicles and performs minor maintenance; reports needed repairs.
• Estimates and secures tools, materials and equipment necessary to complete assignments; prepares and maintains a variety of written records and reports related to work performed.
• Trains less experienced staff and leads the work of assigned staff.
• Performs other tasks/functions deemed necessary to the daily operation of the City.
• All City employees are required to perform assigned Emergency Service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster.
• Employee must complete required FEMA courses within six months of employment.

Benefits

• The City of Norco is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental and physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sex orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, or military and veteran status.
• The City is committed to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with disabilities.
• background check
• physical and drug and alcohol screening at city expense
• drug test

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED