Liquid Waste Hauler - Lift Stations

Grade 15: Starting hourly rate $20.95. Rate depends on qualifications.

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, the position is responsible for the basic inspection, maintenance and operation of lift station wet wells and level controls. Maintenance will be performed by cleaning wet well equipment and operating a mobile vacuum truck for liquid waste hauling. Position will support multiple facilities with varying processes, equipment and functional requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Operates, inspects and maintains sewer lift station facilities, level control equipment, and wet wells. Clean wet well to reduce blockages affecting the operation of lift stations. Inspect and wash down wet well to ensure pump operation and cleanliness; inspect and clean wet wells to prevent septic conditions. Read meters and charts, maintains logs, keeps records, submits reports, and compiles maintenance requests. Inspect, maintain and operate daily a 2000 gallon mobile vacuum truck. Participate in the training of staff in the proper operation of the equipment. Transport wastewater bio-solids to appropriate disposal sites; work with disposal site staff to coordinate disposal of material. Performs confined space entries in hazardous environments. Promotes and practices a safe working environment in an industrial setting. May operate and maintain a forklift, powered vertical lifting machinery, utility truck, crane, combination unit, water tanker, or other medium to heavy equipment. Assists with the setup of work zone for traffic control and promotes and practices a safe working environment. Ability to interpret and read street guide maps. Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING

This position works under limited supervision. Will often work on more than one project at any one time. Prioritizes and evaluates time and resource requirements to meet deadlines.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED. 12 months experience operating medium to heavy equipment. Valid Class "CDL-A" Texas Driver's License with Tanker endorsements, or obtain within 90 days. Applies basic computer skills and has the ability to enter and maintain information in the computerized maintenance management system. Perform position specific physical testing. Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Class "II" Texas Wastewater Collection

JOB DIMENSIONS

Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing. Frequent contact with internal and external customers, consultants, vendors, and government agencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical requirements include lifting/carrying up to 90 pounds occasionally; pushing a maximum force of 100 pounds; pulling a maximum force of 100 pounds. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time to perform job scope. Requires visual acuity and speech and hearing. Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. May be required to comply with requirements as specified in applicable regulations for personal protective equipment, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated equipment. Required to work hours other than regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call and rotating shifts.