Wastewater Collections Technician

Wastewater Collections Technician Performs manual work in various maintenance tasks within the Wastewater Division. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Wastewater Field Operations Supervisor and/or Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Perform heavy manual labor, such as digging, lifting, placing pipes, laying pipes, etc., safely and efficiently in a field environment. Mows and weeds grassy areas using small equipment. Maintain sludge areas, sludge truck, and clean drying beds. Assists in the maintenance and repairs of gravity lines, force mains, lift stations, and plant facilities. Assists in repairing backed-up sewers, refurbishment of collection system, and R&R operation of lift stations. Assists in locating and flagging sewer lines, valves as needed Performs preventative maintenance as needed on various tools and equipment. Performs helper and semi-skilled tasks in line cleaning and CCTV inspection. Complete daily work orders accurately, neatly, and timely. Must be available to work in the event of a disaster to assist with recovery response efforts. (These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required.)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of general wastewater maintenance tasks and procedures. Ability to perform heavy manual labor under adverse weather conditions, noxious fumes, raw sewage, and bugs. Ability to read, write, and follow directions Ability to use a computer to include data entry and Office 365 Suite. Skill in operation and maintenance of equipment and tools related to the position. Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekend duty, and emergency callouts.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or acceptable equivalency diploma. One (1) year related manual labor experience preferred. (A comparable amount of training, education or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS

Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS

Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction) Acceptable hearing (with or without correction) Moderate to heavy (45 pounds and over) lifting and carrying Walking, standing, stooping, driving, kneeling, bending, climbing

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Works outside in various weather conditions with dust, dirt, fumes, raw sewage, and bugs. Work is performed in confined spaces, trenches, uneven or elevated surfaces (Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.) Miscellaneous Information The City Of Tavares is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Drug-Free Workplace and E-Verify Employer. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply and will be reasonably accommodated. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Veterans' Preference offered on initial hire per Florida Statute 295. Selected applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment are subject to a criminal, driver, education and employment background check, drug screen, psychological assessment and medical examination. To apply, a City of Tavares employment application and resume with a minimum of ten (10) years complete work history must be submitted to City of Tavares Human Resources no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date (if mailed, it must be postmarked no later than the closing date). Internal candidates must submit a completed Internal Transfer Request (available in Human Resources, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Minimum qualifications are subject to change pending approval of job description(s). Equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered. The City of Tavares reserves the right to fill positions prior to the closing date. All positions are regular full-time unless otherwise noted.