Collection System Operator

Collection System Operator

SUMMARY: Performs a variety of skilled tasks necessary to maintain, operate, and repair sanitary sewer systems; operates required tools and equipment; performs a variety of maintenance tasks relative to wastewater collection systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work is performed under direct supervision (Operator II), general supervision (Operator I), under the direction of the Department Manager/Lead Operator.
? Perform the full range of collection maintenance duties including sewer system maintenance and repair.
? Operate and adjust controls on collection system equipment and machinery, such as valves, pumps and motors.
? Monitor, repair, and maintain wastewater system lift stations; remove debris; disassemble and clean pumps; perform minor repairs when necessary.
? Grease and clean equipment; read and interpret meters and gauges.
? Inspect and make repairs to collection system equipment.
? Operate video inspection system for underground sewer lines and storm drains
? Perform general plant maintenance work, such as sweeping, cleaning, sanding, and painting of equipment and facilities
? Rod sanitary sewers; install and repair sanitary sewer laterals and trunk lines.
? Observe and enforce safety precautions
? Enter and work in permitted confined spaces and underground trenches
? Locate, mark, and notify sewer lines per underground service alert requirements
? May temporarily be assigned to work with other departments as needed
? Operate trucks, tractors, and other motorized equipment of comparable size and complexity
? Perform related duties as required

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EQUIPMENT & OTHER:
? Principles and practices used in the operation and routine maintenance of a wastewater collection system.
? Operational characteristics of maintenance and construction equipment and tools used in work activities.
? Occupational hazards and standards of safety practices.
? Mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles related to the operation of collection system equipment.
? Motor vehicles, generators, pumps, gauges, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, detection devices, and a variety of related equipment

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS:
? Possession of a Level II, or III Waste Water Operator license issued by the State of Georgia Licensing Board
? Possession of a valid Class B (CDL) Georgia driver license.
? Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid C.P.R. Certificate
Interested candidates must submit a resume to hr@eommgmt.com.