Wastewater Collections Op II

Job Description:

Wastewater Collections Op II

Description

Introduction

Performs the operation, maintenance, cleaning, inspection, preventative maintenance, repair, and construction of City's Wastewater Collection Infrastructure. Operates a variety of heavy equipment such as a combination sewer truck. This includes all aspects of the operation and maintenance of 1,500+ miles of sewer pipe, over 300 sewer lift stations and 5 large pump stations, in addition to all mechanical maintenance aspects of related equipment.
Anticipated starting salary may be up to mid-point depending on candidate's experience and internal equity.


Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• A High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent.
• Three years of experience in the operation and maintenance of large wastewater collection systems that includes multiple pump stations, heavy duty pump maintenance, equipment related to odor mitigation systems, combination hydro/jetter cleaning truck and associated equipment.
• Preferred:
  • Experience in pump operations and chemical feed.
  • Experience in the operation and maintenance of sewer force main systems that include sophisticated pumping arrangements and odor control.
  • Experience with advanced computerized systems utilized in wastewater collection works.
  • Experience in mechanical and electrical trouble shooting.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
• This position requires satisfactory results of a pre-employment drug screen and a pre-employment physical that includes a pulmonary/respiratory exam.
• Must possess upon hire or promotion and maintain a Grade 2 operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality within the discipline of Wastewater Collection.
• Must obtain and maintain within six months of hire or promotion a Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with tanker endorsement. Must maintain a valid CDL with appropriate endorsements and will be subject to unannounced alcohol and drug testing as required by law.
• Must possess and maintain a valid DOT Medical Certification Card within 6 months of hire or promotion date.
• Must obtain within six months of hire or promotion certification as a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) user.
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Essential Functions

Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:

• Performs maintenance associated with the wastewater collection system which includes the heavy-duty maintenance and repair of small and large submersible pumps, sewer mains, air release valves and sewer services as well as the repair of residential sewer laterals.
• Maintains pumps, tanks, switches, diesel and natural gas generators at City sewer lift stations large sewer pumpback stations, sewer wetwells, and odor control sites. Performs maintenance and control work on odor mitigation equipment, various pressure control devices and adjusts the system to meet specific demands.
• Acts as a first responder to sanitary sewer overflows (SSO's) within the wastewater collection system to prevent undesirable environmental impacts to the community.
• Operates a high velocity combination hydro/jetter sewer cleaning truck; adjusts manhole covers and performs main line sewer repairs.
• Performs construction and fabrication at work sites.
• Repairs and maintains all types of valves, pumps and equipment, including hydrogen sulfide mitigation systems, electric and hydraulic valves, blowers and fans.
• Repairs, maintains and modifies complex chemical feed systems.
• Maintains accurate computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) covering various equipment related to large, complex wastewater collection systems. Oversees and completes modifications, fabrications and upgrades to facilities mechanical systems such as chemical tank and feed systems plumbing and piping.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Potential for exposure to hazardous chemical feed and storage systems and below grade infrastructure containing high levels of hydrogen sulfide gas.
• Performs manual work that requires standing and walking/moving continuous periods of time, lifting, bending and climbing elevations, stairs and rough terrain.
• Works in small areas and must climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
• Moves and lifts up to 50 pounds both short and long distances.
• Moderate exposure to dust, noise, and inclement weather and temperature extremes.
• Travels to/from various locations.
• May work rotating weekend shifts, holidays, mandatory overtime and a call-out schedule.

Benefits Highlights:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation

Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.

Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See Resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening
• Drug Screen
• 39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR at (480) 312-2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Closing Date/Time: 11/30/2024 11:59 PM Arizona

Salary:

$32.72 - $44.21 Hourly