Wastewater/Stormwater Service Worker

To operate and maintain the City's storm/wastewater collection system and flood protection system including pump stations; to perform flood fighting duties and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions:
1. Operation and maintain the municipal stormwater/wastewater collection and flood control systems.
2. Participate in the inspection and maintenance of multiple stormwater/wastewater, flood lift stations and all collection system sewer lines and mains.
3. Inspect lift stations to discover existing or potential problems; clean and pack water glands on stormwater/wastewater lift station pumps; service pumps and blowers; Perform inspection of flood control facilities to ensure proper operation of all floods fighting facilities and equipment; inspect, maintain and repair flap gates and sluicegates.
4. Maintain the collection system sewer lines; to clean sewer laterals and man holes; remove tree root obstructions and larger debris; perform flushing operations as needed to increase sewer line flows.
5. Operate and maintain specialized sewer equipment including high pressure vacuum and sewer jetter and flusher; operate a variety of light and heavy equipment including front end loader, slope mower, pumps, blowers, jackhammers, air compressors, cement mixers and portable valve operators.
6. Perform miscellaneous maintenance of the collection system; operate high voltage generators used for operation of wastewater lift stations.
7. Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.

Marginal Functions:
1. Receive cross training in wastewater/stormwater duties.
2. Perform snow removal duties on stormwater/wastewater properties as required.
3. Monitor river level and take appropriate flood fighting actions according to the Flood Plan.
4. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.