Collection Systems Operator I

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JOB SUMMARY: 
Under supervision performs skilled labor inspecting, maintaining and repairing the City’s sanitary and stormwater conveyance systems; and performs a variety of related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Collection Systems Operator I:
This is the entry-level within the series. Under general supervision, incumbents in this classification perform routine semi-skilled tasks and skilled tasks and receive training in performing inspection, construction, maintenance, and repair duties of the City’s wastewater and stormwater conveyance systems. Over time assignments become more varied and are performed with greater autonomy. Incumbents generally work as a member of a small crew but may be given independent assignments. Advancement in the series is conditioned upon gaining the experience, certification, licensing, and proficiency required of a Collection Systems Operator II.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED & EXERCISED

• Receives direct supervision from the Collection Systems Manager and general supervision from the Wastewater Division Manager or other Public Works and Utilities Division management

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform physical labor including shoveling, raking, lifting, and digging; clears debris and brush, loads, unloads and operates trucks to transport maintenance supplies and materials 
• Places traffic control flags, signs, and cones to direct traffic around work sites; may direct traffic
• Performs occasional simple fabrication and repair of equipment, tools, parts and accessory items using arc and gas welding 
• Uses a variety of general carpentry and mechanical hand tools 
• Operates equipment such as air compressors, pneumatic hammers, concrete saws, pipe cutters, sprayers, compactors, forklifts, and rollers 
• Performs routine maintenance and repair of hand and power tools  
• Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the end of the day
• Prepares and keeps written records, makes supply and equipment requests
• Operates equipment such as backhoes, front-end loaders, and trucks 
• Drives and operates a hydraulic vacuum or flush truck to clean sewer lines 
• Operates power rodding equipment
• Operates closed-circuit television equipment to inspect sewer lines and diagnose problems
• Constructs and repairs sewer-related structures such as manholes and cleanouts
• Locates sewer lines by reading maps, drawings, and street markings 
• Descends into confined manhole spaces using appropriate safety procedures
• Installs, repairs and replaces sewer mains and laterals
• Applies chemicals and rodent bait to sewer lines 
• Performs routine maintenance and repair of sewer pump stations such as cleaning and greasing; adjust and replace packing; change float balls, and replace minor mechanical parts 
• Responds during off-hours to emergencies 
• Works weekends or holidays when required 
• Serves on an on-call status on a rotating basis 
• Conducts regular inspections of all lift stations to assure proper operational efficiency 
• Lubricates pumps and other mechanical apparatus 
• Adjusts valves and controls as necessary to maintain proper flow and treatment of wastewater 
• Conducts periodic readings of meters and gauges and records data in the lift station operating logs; maintains detailed and accurate operation and maintenance records 
• Adjusts and regulates chemical feeds in pump station wet wells
• Performs a variety of manual tasks involving the handling of equipment exposed to raw sewage including the cleaning and maintenance of clogged pumps, wet wells, sump basins, etc.
• Performs a wide variety of preventative maintenance work and mechanical repair in connection with the repair and upkeep of the pumping facilities 
• Performs related duties as assigned 

Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities combined with any required license is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of the following:

Collection Systems Operator I:

• Any combination of training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and abilities, is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

1. High school diploma or equivalent, and two years of mechanical experience that includes the routine maintenance of standard drive equipment such as motors and pumps
2. Classroom training with CWEA or other equivalent agencies
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   LICENSES / CERTIFICATES:
   
   Collection Systems Operator I:

• Possession and maintenance of a California Class C driver’s license
• Must possess a California Class A driver’s license  within one year of hire
• Must Possess valid Grade I Collection Systems Maintenance Certificate issued by the California Water Environmental Association (CWEA) within one year of hire
• Must possess First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification  within one year of hire

The City of Watsonville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages workplace diversity. The City of Watsonville is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act by including people with disabilities in all of its programs and activities.

NOTE: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ANY PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVISED WITHOUT NOTICE.

Salary : $66,317 - $84,639