Description
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POSITION SUMMARY
Under general supervision performs work of routine difficulty in a variety of manual and semi-skilled tasks related to the cleaning and repair of storm and sanitary sewers; performs related work as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Sets up traffic patterns and signs as directed; breaks up concrete or asphalt using a jackhammer.
- Digs down to damaged sewer inlet, basin, manhole or pipe; assists in installing trench protection.
- Removes debris and broken sections of sewer; assists with brick and cement repair work on sewers, catch basins and manholes.
- Assists in setting up and operating sewer cleaning equipment and drag machines.
- Enters manholes to conduct inspection, cleaning or repair of sewers as needed.
- Loads and unloads tools and materials needed for repairs, and removes debris from work sites.
- Sets up and operates pumps to remove water from sewers and excavations.
- Backfills around structures.
- Sets forms for and pours and finishes concrete for repairs.
- Uses a variety of hand and power tools such as shovels, picks, jack-hammers, concrete saws, soil compaction equipment and star drills.
- Perform routine cleaning, maintenance and/or repairs on simple equipment, buildings and premises.
- Performs routine cleaning on storm sewer outlets, ditches and culverts; assists with set-up, operation and clean-up of sewer televising equipment.
- Assists with set-up, preparation, application and clean-up of pipe patching; assists with set-up, preparation, application and clean-up of grouting processes.
- Drives a variety of vehicles with and without trailers as required.
- May provide work direction and training to lower-level workers and/or seasonals.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- Methods, tolls and equipment used in removing sewer line obstructions and repairing sewers
- The hazards and safety precautions of the work
- Basic math
- Safe driving practices
Skill in:
- Working under varying weather conditions and unpleasant surrounding and in restricted or confined work areas
- Using hand tools and operating power equipment and tools
- Following directions
Ability to:
- Work with individuals of diverse backgrounds
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, superiors, vendor representatives and clients
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Ability to read at the eighth (8th) grade level and two (2) years of manual labor work experience which includes the use of hand and pneumatic tools.
ADDITIONAL OR SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be easily able to lift objects weighing up to approximately ninety (90) pounds.
- Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) without restrictions as to the operation of vehicles with air brakes. (Class A CDL with tanker endorsement preferred)
- Must be able to enter manholes and become Confined Space Entry certified. CSE certification must be maintained during length of employment. Position assignment may require the ability to wear self-contained breathing apparatus and work in confined spaces.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described within this job description 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.
In this position, the employee will occasionally stand and frequently walk and sit. The employee will occasionally lift, push, pull, drag and/or move up to 100 pounds. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crawling, and crouching may occur with this position. Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee will occasionally work indoors and outdoors. This employee will have to travel to multiple worksites continuously. The noise level in the work environment is very loud. This employee will occasionally work in conditions where fumes, poor ventilation, mists, and gases are present. This employee will be exposed to dust constantly.
If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (419) 245-1500.
Class Code: Sewer and Drainage Service Worker (3510)
