Lift Station Technician - Wastewater Collection

Salary Range:                          $23.70 - $30.82 Hourly

Anticipated Hiring Range:      $23.70 - $27.31 Hourly

Benefits: This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here. 

Job Summary:

The City of Greeley is seeking a Lift Station Technician to join the Wastewater Collection team of the Water & Sewer Department.   The Lift Station Technician reports to the Wastewater Collection Crew Supervisor. The successful candidate will be responsible for the oversight and maintenance of sewer lift stations on a daily basis which includes, inspection, trouble shooting, repair, preventative maintenance, creating/completing workorders, ordering and installing replacement parts, responding to emergencies and customer complaints.   The Lift Station Technician will serve as a team leader in a variety of situations.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills:

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. 
• Working knowledge of City geography required.
• Colorado Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). With the ability to obtain a Class A within ix (6) months of hire.
• Colorado State Wastewater Collection System Operator 1 Certification, and the ability to obtain Collection 2 Certification within two (2) years of hire.
• Advanced vocational skills strengthened by at least three (3) to Five (5) years of on-the-job experience in wastewater collection, lift station operations and maintenance. 
• Minimum of one (1) year experience repairing and maintaining sanitary sewer lift stations.
• Experience with SCADA and software related remote monitoring programs.

OR

• A combination of education, experience, licensure, and certifications that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the job responsibilities may be considered by the hiring authority.
• Must be available and able to commit to being on-call as part of a rotational schedule, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be willing to respond to after-hour emergencies within 45 minutes, even if not on call.

Preferred

• Specialized training beyond high school normally gained in a program of less than 18 months duration preferred but not required. 
• Colorado State Class 2 Wastewater Collection Certification.
• One (1) year of experience with SCADA, ArcGIS Pro and Field Maps.
• Previous experience of confined space entry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of or familiarity with CityWorks software, and the ability to enter work orders into CityWorks software.
• Working knowledge of operations and maintenance of wastewater collection systems, lift stations, construction of water and sewer infrastructure, confined space entry procedures, trench safety, traffic control best practices.
• Knowledge of utility locating.
• Ability to prioritize projects to enhance productivity.
• Ability to operate all the Division inventory of equipment proficiently and safely. 
  • Examples:  Loader, grader, backhoe, track hoe, single and tandem axle dump trucks, semi-tractor trailer, small cranes, jet trucks, tv inspection unit.
• Collaboration skills, including the ability to work with others from different areas and backgrounds to reach a common goal. 
• Computer skills, including the ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, Oracle, etc.) and the ability to learn and experiment with new software and systems.
• Interpersonal skills, including the ability to facilitate interaction, communication, and teamwork between others.
• Oral, written, and listening communication skills, including the ability to accurately interpret what others are saying and convey messages, information, concepts, and details accurately and clearly.
• Organizational skills, including the ability to set and meet goals and deadlines, manage appointments, create schedules, coordinate and facilitate meetings, and make decisions. 
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple concurrent and competing tasks and responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining personal effectiveness.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and stay on task when completing special projects and daily assignments.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and reliable professional judgment, as well as collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results.
• Ability to maintain a strong work ethic, positive problem-solving attitude, and enthusiasm for the work performed.
• Ability to self-start and take initiative in completing daily tasks and special projects.
• Ability to focus on activities that have the greatest impact on meeting work commitments.
• Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with a variety of internal and external constituencies.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ages.
• Ability to navigate a complex political environment.

Essential Functions:

• Responds to and reports emergency repairs, routine maintenance, and customer questions/complaints. 
• Assists with sewer outages when need. 
• Follows proper safety practices, procedures, and fellow team members, i.e., work zone setup, traffic control, personal protective equipment, etc.  Makes safety suggestions as appropriate.
• Safely operates and maintains a variety of equipment.
• Trains team members on the operation, maintenance, and safety of equipment.
• Completes paperwork accurately, i.e., work orders, time sheets, etc.
• Works independently and as part of a team.
• Effectively communicates in verbal and written form with citizens, supervisor, team members, and other City employees.
• Understands and follows City, department and division policies and procedures.
• Uses good judgment in decisions regarding the operation of equipment and maintenance activities.
• Answers citizens’ questions, responds to their complaints and notifies citizens of impending work, i.e., hands out flyers, assists with traffic control.
• Responds to overtime work and after-hours calls at all times. Participate as an on-call person.
• Solves a variety of problems in situations where there are substantially diversified procedures, specialized standards, and only limited standardization exists.
• Changes in priorities or differing situations requires the employee to consider which among many procedures should be followed in what sequence to achieve the required job results.
• Requires reasoning to produce a practical course of action within the established process.
• Choices fall within the range of specified, acceptable standards, alternatives, and technical practices. Example(s): Assist trouble shooting problems as they arise.
• Makes decisions during the absence of a supervisor and Equipment Operator II to offer suggestions on assignment tasks.
• Develops and monitors program goals to attain them.
•  Makes adjustments in the field due to inclement weather conditions., i.e., stop all projects when there are safety concerns for the team or citizens.
• Makes changes in traffic control patterns to ensure the safety for citizens and team members.
• Equipment Operation - Basic operations in loaders, backhoes, graders, track hoe, tandem and single axle dump trucks, semi-tractor trailer. 
• Required to be on-call for emergencies on a rotational basis. 
• Participates in mandatory and voluntary training - City required, proper traffic control, defensive driving, hazardous material, confined space, seminars, videos, workshops, and conferences. 
• Requires reasoning to produce a practical course of action within the established process. Choices fall within the range of specified, acceptable standards, alternatives, and technical practices. Example(s): If a change is required that needs upper management approval before start/completion of a project; work with Project Manager, Asset Manager, Water & Sewer manager and Crew Supervisors, employees, as well as other departments to ensure proper operations and procedures are being followed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  None.

Travel:  This position is primarily spent in the field up to 85% of a daily schedule within City limits; may travel to worksites in the Northern Colorado area a few times per year or to attend training conferences. 

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Frequently works in an outdoor environment subject to severe weather conditions, extreme heat and cold.
• Frequently works in and around equipment, traffic and materials with fumes, noise, dust, dirt, heat, vibration, and flying objects.
• Frequently works in or around equipment in potentially dangerous situations, i.e., traffic, work zones, steep ditch banks, manholes, and/or confined spaces, trenches, overhead/underground utilities, snow, and ice-covered streets, etc.
• Responds to overtime work and after-hour calls, particularly during emergencies and inclement weather.
• Frequently work with objects weighing up to 15 pounds.  Regularly work with objects weighing 30-50 pounds, and occasionally work with objects weighing 50-100 pounds in various positions such as pushing, pulling, lifting in various body positions including above shoulder height.
  • Moderate to considerable physical effort that includes working from ladders in awkward positions. Frequent use of light or medium weight objects (e.g., 25-50 lbs.) and use of medium weight tools.
• Manual dexterity enough to complete work tasks through safe and proper operation of hand tools, power tools, motorized equipment, and confined space entry.
• Move equipment and/or materials safely over uneven surfaces and terrain.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending, climbing, pushing, pulling, reaching, etc.
• Vision and hearing abilities are required to operate a variety of light equipment in traffic and in work zones.
• Equipment Used: Loader, backhoe, excavator, sewer cleaning equipment, tv inspection unit, single/tandem axle dump trucks, semi-tractor with trailer, two-way radio, computers, computerized/automated equipment controls, gas detection monitors, tripod and harness for confined space entry and radio detection equipment. 
• Dangerous to considerable hazards reflect a frequent exposure to conditions that are unpredictable and may lead to injury. 
  • Example(s): Traffic during all maintenance repairs in right-of-way. Being aware of your surroundings during heavy equipment operations. Working in adverse weather conditions. Use caution while working in right-of-way. Utilize flaggers when working in traffic and right-of-way. Working around power lines, confined space, and working in trenches.

EOE Statement: The City of Greeley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

ADA Statement: We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting.  Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: HR@Greeleygov.com .

Conditions of Employment: Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification. Pre-employment screenings include a drug test, a background and national sex offender search, a motor vehicle record search, and for some positions, a physical demands evaluation. For more information about City policies and practices during the recruitment process, including but not limited to EOE, Reasonable Accommodation, and pre-employment screenings, please visit our career page HERE. 

Salary : $24 - $31