Wastewater Maintenance Worker I/II/III

City Of La Mesa, Ca • La Mesa, CA

386d • $44,762 - $71,219

About The Position

The City of La Mesa is seeking applications for the position of Wastewater Maintenance Worker I/II/III within the Public Works Department. This role involves performing maintenance, repair, and construction tasks related to the city's sewer and storm drain systems. The position is flexible, allowing for advancement based on experience and performance, with responsibilities increasing from routine tasks at the I level to specialized duties at the III level.

Requirements

• Possession of valid Class C driver's license at time of appointment and required to obtain a Class B driver's license within first six months of employment.
• At least one year of maintenance and repair experience is desirable for Wastewater Maintenance Worker I.
• Completion of progression criteria established by Department for Wastewater Maintenance Worker II.
• At least one year of experience performing duties comparable to those of a Wastewater Maintenance Worker I for Wastewater Maintenance Worker II.
• At least two years of increasingly responsible maintenance experience in assigned program area for Wastewater Maintenance Worker III.
• Possession of a Class B driver's license with tank and air brakes endorsements for Wastewater Maintenance Worker III.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in wastewater treatment and maintenance supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of City sewers and storm drains.
• Operate a variety of construction and maintenance equipment and hand and small power tools.
• Set up traffic control when working in high traffic areas of the City.
• Break up paved surfaces; set forms; mix, pour, spread and finish concrete.
• Inspect ditches and drainage areas for vegetation; remove vegetation using hand and power tools.
• Operate a combination truck, TV camera equipment, and other equipment in the inspection, maintenance and construction of storm drains and sewer lines.
• Install, repair and maintain sewer lines and laterals; locate and repair breaks in sewer mainlines.
• Read and interpret maps of underground drainage systems.
• Perform storm drain and flood channel maintenance duties; clean storm drains; clear debris from catch basins, storm drains and flood channels.
• Provide guidance and training to less experienced personnel; assist with daily supervision of personnel and completion of assigned duties.
• Respond to emergency call-outs including street, sewer, storm drain or other public works maintenance work as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Vacation leave
• Holiday leave
• Sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed