Collection System Operator

City of Lowell

Job Posting

Wastewater Utility

Collection System Operator

Job Title: Collection System Operator (2600-30, J#6961, 3945)

Department: Wastewater Treatment Plant

Reports To: Collection System Manager, Collection System Supervisor

May Report to: Maintenance Manager

Union: MVEA Wastewater Unit I

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary: $28.3712 (min) to $34.7360 (max) per hour plus Incentives w/ applicable licenses

SUMMARY

Performs equipment maintenance, installation, and repair work on collection system (drain, sewer, and combined systems) and outlying structures both in existence and to be added in the future.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible for routine maintenance tasks in repair and installation of piping and equipment systems.

• Typical duties may include but are not limited to assisting in removal or breakdown of equipment.

for maintenance or repair, cleaning and unplugging lines, preventative maintenance

including greasing and oil requirements of various equipment items.

• Inspection and maintenance of buildings, pipes, tanks and wet well structures in site and outlying structures.

• Repair and maintenance of plant vehicles.

• Inspect and maintain pipes, manholes, pump stations, and other components of the system. They look for signs of wear, damage, blockages, and potential overflows.

• Repair of collection and stormwater system assets including but not limited to, pipes, catch basins, manholes, treatment structures, gates, and valves.

• Perform cleaning tasks to prevent blockages in pipes or structures. This may involve using water jetting equipment, mechanical cleaning tools, vacuum trucks, or even manual cleaning.

• Perform preventive maintenance tasks to keep the system running smoothly. This includes lubricating equipment, replacing worn parts, and ensuring proper operation of pumps and other machinery.

• Collect data on system performance and assets, such as flow rates, condition, location, and other parameters.

• Address emergency repairs to damaged pipes, manholes, or pump stations to get the system back online as quickly as possible.

• Drive various vehicles including dump truck, vacuum truck, pick-up truck, van, mac, or sludge vehicles.

• Controls downtime and provides maintenance by performing preventative maintenance and making repairs, adjustments, or new installations as expediently as possible.

• Maintains a clean working environment by performing housekeeping, custodial and landscaping duties.

• Performs required treatment plant maintenance by operating/performing repairs to vertical asset equipment and assists the maintenance manager on an as needed basis.

• Provides mechanical maintenance information by: Answering questions and requests, completing work orders both written and digital, using technology tools to record and communicate.

• Helps the public by being courteous, investigating complaints promptly, and assuring prompt action.

• Maintains licenses and professional knowledge by attending educational workshops, seminars, and courses, reviewing professional publications, and maintains required licenses.

• Works safely by knowing facility safety rules and regulations, attending in-plant and outside safety seminars and courses and reporting unsafe conditions.

• Contributes to a team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Works with other divisions at the Wastewater Utility to accomplish Utility goals.

• May include other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May supervise and/or work with other Collection System Operators. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work, planning and appraising job results.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Required to have a high school education or GED due to the nature of the equipment and system mechanics working with and within.

The variety of duties will require experience in at least one of several fields involved in wastewater system maintenance.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS

Commercial Driver’s License, Hoisting licenses, and all other essential licenses commensurate with the job duties, must be obtained within 1 year of appointment.

Wastewater Operator License, Collection System License preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must meet physical requirements for Commercial Drivers as set forth under 49 CFR 391.41; samples are listed below:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, explosives, risk of radiation, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The City of Lowell is a smoke and drug free employer and requires a physical with drug screen and CORI, post offer.

Qualified individuals should apply by the deadline by submitting application/resume with cover letter using the City of Lowell job opportunities online portal:

https://cityoflowellma.munisselfservice.com/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

The City is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion through equitable opportunities for all community members. The aim is for our workforce, including contractors, to be truly representative of all sections of society and our community, and for each team member to feel respected while fostering belonging.

The City of Lowell assures that every individual shall have equal access to all City employment opportunities. The City is all-inclusive and no person shall be denied equal access because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military service, or physical/mental disability .EOE/AA/504 Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.37 - $34.73 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $35