Collections Laborer
Summary: Responsibilites and tasks outlined in this document and are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the Wastewater Plant. Considerable knowledge of: Maintain the Collection system including: inlets, catch basins, storm inlets and manholes, dry wells. Work is to be done in a timely manner. Ability to work with Wastewater and other City Departments.
Position Responsibilites (include but are not limited to the following).
- Maintaining of the WWTP collection system: jetting sewer lines, cleaning of inlets, draining of wet wells.
- Use of Vactors, Camera truck and all other equipment necessary to maintain the system.
- Ability to read maps as well as use of computer.
- Proper use of all vehicles and equipment.
- Flexibility in being able to work in crises situations that may arise and ability to mobilize workers in these situations.
- Being flexible when working on special projects for the Wastewater Utility and other City Departments.
- Perform all assignments as directed by Collections Foreman.
- Interact well directly and indirectly at all times with the public.
- Be on-call for emergency services on a rotating weekly basis.
- Ability to read and interpret documents, safety procedures, operating instructions and procedural manuals.
- Proper use of PPE in all situations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Considerable ability to work well with others.
- Working ability to solve technical problems.
- Able to take directions well, and initiate repairs.
- CDL license must be obtained before or within the first 90 days of employment.
- Use eyes, hand and fingers to operate or adjust equipment.
- Use and read measuring devices such as: measuring tapes and measuring wheels.
- Able to work in confined spaces and work in elevated and excavated locations which may require the use of a ladder, fall protection or man-lift.
- Be able to set up a safe working environment in and out of the right-of-way with the use of: road signs, type III barricades, safety barrels, arrow board and flaggers as needed.
Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma, valid driver’s license.
- CDL certification within first 90 days of hire.
- Physical and drug screen required before hire.
- All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
Working Conditions:
- In and outdoor environments, including extreme heat and extreme cold, insects will be present.
Training and Teaching:
- Participate in all training provided through the plant including Safety Training courses.
- Use of PPE and maintenance of departmental safety and all other equipment.
- Follow directions from the Collections Foreman regarding all issues of Job performance and other work related issues.
Physical Requirements:
- Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects.
- Ability to see within normal parameters.
- Ability to hear within normal range.
- Able to carry weight up to 80 lbs.
- Manual dexterity in hands and legs to use tools, bend and stretch.
- Sufficient physical ability to perform all tasks.
- Able to climb ladders and stairs repeatedly throughout shift.
- Able to work in a kneeling or squatting position for extended periods of time.
- Able to unload and use a #82 air powered jack hammer.
- Shoveling and raking for extended periods of time.
- Complete 3-4 person lifts with co-workers of up to 300 lbs.