Flusher Job Description Sample

Job Summary:

Provides day-to-day monitoring and basic plant and lift station operations, lab tests and corrective, predictive and preventative maintenance activities. Is full qualified to perform complex functions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Operates equipment manually and through SCADA controls. Monitors and observes operating conditions, records observations and data in operations log. Diagnoses basic operational problems and takes corrective action per procedure.

• Performs preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance on plant equipment including pumps, motors, belt filter press and ect.

• Inspects flow meters, gauges, flow ratios, pressures and related controls on instrument panels and diagnoses basic operational problems. Takes corrective action per procedure. Verifies and reports suspected malfunctions and variances to supervisor.

• Performs lab tests and prepares reports per procedure. Analyzes parameters including pH, TSS, dissolved oxygen and other tests as required.

• Collects wastewater and sludge samples according to schedule. Performs field tests according to schedule.

• Performs facility maintenance and repair and may replace or install light bulbs, fluorescent tubes, damaged glass, windows, doors, ceiling or floor tile, door locks and paint. Performs manual labor including cleaning equipment, facilities and grounds as required and properly disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policies. Operates vehicles, mobile equipment and material handling equipment for operational and maintenance purposes.

• Performs monitoring, repair and maintenance tasks to support the wastewater collection system.

• Transport and utilize trailer mounted sewer flusher and trailer mounted trash pump during routine and emergency collection system needs.

• Perform Fats Oils and Grease (FOG) inspections at local restaurants and meat markets.

Schedule:

Alternates with one or two plant operators. 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM or 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM weekdays. Rotates 24 hour standby and weekend plant operations on two or three week rotation. Receives compensation for off duty standby time.

Knowledge, Skills and

Experience Required:

• Minimum California GradeI Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification required for Operator Iposition. (Operators working at this level must obtain at least a Grade IIcertification within the time period stipulated in the Job Offer Letter). Statelaw does not allow persons possessing less than a Grade II certification towork at this facility without supervision of a Grade II or higher operator inattendance.

• Minimum California GradeII Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification required for Operator II.

• Ability to read, writeand comprehend English (operational, process, safety and quality instructions)and be able to carry out verbal

• Must have a valid

California driver's license and safe driving record.

• Must be able to obtainand maintain Commercial driver's physical exam. (Required by DOT regulations totow collection system emergency pump and flusher).

• Requires working knowledgeof methods, techniques, principles, and practices of wastewater treatment andcollection.

• Requires ability todiagnose plantwide process problems and take remedial action, adn totroubleshoot equipment.

• Must demonstrate aworking ability to use computer programs for process control.

• Must demonstrate abilityto efficiently operate all equipment in facility which may include pumps,engines, generators, valves, gates, mixers, conveyors, blowers, chemical feed,belt filter press and measuring/control devices, testing equipment and materialhandling equipment.

• Requires the ability tocarry out verbal and written instructions.

• Must have the ability towork in a team environment and a willingness to assume additional or newresponsibilities readily.

• Must be able to serverotational 24 hour emergency on-call duties.

Desirable(Not Required):

• Fluency in the Spanishlanguage.

• Possession of CaliforniaWater Treatment and Distribution Certifications.

• Possession of any

California Water Environment Association Voluntary Certifications.

Description

The City of Roanoke is seeking a Maintenance Technician II in the Stormwater Division of Public Works. This position performs daily work, working independently in assigned areas.

Selected individual may also be assigned work requiring limited supervisory skills associated with oversight of daily activities. Responsibilities include assisting supervisor with administrative tasks including, but not limited to cost accounting, payroll tracking, maps and website data updates. Individual may assist with CCTV inspections and pipe cleaning operations.

Selected individual must possess a working knowledge of routine maintenance requirements of assigned equipment including cleaning, servicing, and replacing parts as well as trouble shooting equipment failures. Must operate and assist in the use of associated hand tools needed to complete assigned tasks. Follows safety regulations related to work area and equipment use.

This position also requires coordination with other department technical and operational staff. Logging and reporting of daily work progress will be required. A general understanding of computer operation is required in order to enter field data into various operational tracking sheets.

The position requires emergency standby work related to snow removal operation within the City, special events and emergency task. Standby work will include working some nights, holidays and weekends as needed. The operation of medium and heavy equipment such as streetsweepers, flusher truck, sewer cleaners, skid steers, dump trucks, front-end loaders, excavators and backhoes may be required.

Possession of a Virginia, Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement (N) is required. Ability to obtain a forklift operators certification within 3 months of hiring date may be required. Completion of other tasks and jobs supporting the division may be assigned.

Examples of Duties

SUMMARY

Performs skilled work in the maintenance of facilities and/or equipment and in the operation of motorized equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include the following depending on area of assignment. Other duties may be assigned.

Operates tractor trailer or other heavy construction equipment

Operates street sweeper, excavator, bulldozer, backhoe, heavy front-end loader, crane and chipper, large motor grader in leveling ground surfaces and street/construction repair

Services and makes minor repairs and adjustments on equipment

When not operating heavy equipment, operates lighter equipment or trains other operators

Operates heavy and light equipment in snow removal

Operates truck, including automatic and manual transmission

Inspects equipment for proper safety and ensures that truck is equipped with all necessary equipment for the day's assignment

May perform inspection of playgrounds and associated equipment

Maintains accurate log sheets, checklists and pre-trip sheets

Performs major and minor cleaning work on storm drain systems

Repairs catch basin boxes with concrete and brick and/or blocks

Performs work in the resurfacing of concrete walkways (floor polishing) in city buildings.

Performs some major and all minor motor repairs and replacement work such as: cleaning and replacing spark plugs, installing radiator hose, and packing water pumps; refacing valves and seats, grinding, assembling, and adjusting them; installing rings and bearings and making proper adjustments; and overhauling/repairing carburetors and clutches, brakes, ignition and fuel systems, transmissions, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies, hydraulic system components including pumps and cylinders; and tuning motors

Makes repairs and renovations to fields and grounds including mowing, mulching, aeration, grading, seeding, and sodding

Assists with special events, snow removal and other emergency tasks, including some nights and weekends, as needed

May be responsible for fabrication, maintenance, and installation of traffic control, pavement markings and barricade signage according to City guidelines and uniformity.

May require some experience and knowledge of computer graphic software and equipment used for fabrication and installation of signs and markings

Knowledge of pertinent rules and regulations, guidelines, safety orders, departmental operating procedures and safety regulations sufficient to insure that work is performed in compliance with applicable law.

Enforces sound safety and housekeeping practices.

Follows safety rules/procedures; avoid known hazards in the work environment.

Reviews safety procedures before beginning each job with known hazards.

Safety first. Places avoidance of injury or property damage above all other job requirements.

Follows established safety procedures.

May be required to wear some type of respiratory protection in the performance of their duties

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May supervise crew in the absence of Maintenance Technician III or Maintenance Technician IV.

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one to three years related experience and/or training in trades area assigned; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental Information

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Depending on area of assignment, may require possession of an appropriate class A, B or C commercial driver's license with Hazardous Material and tank endorsement. May require Playground Inspection Certification to be acquired after hire. May require journey-level licensure in an area of skilled trades.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk, climb or balance, and talk or hear.

The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration.

The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

This is a job description and not an individualized position description. A job description defines the general character and scope of duties and responsibilities of all positions in a job classification, but it is not intended to describe and does not necessarily list the essential job functions for a given position in a classification.

Job Summary:

Provides day-to-day monitoring and basic plant and lift station operations, lab tests and corrective, predictive and preventative maintenance activities. Is full qualified to perform complex functions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Operates equipment manually and through SCADA controls. Monitors and observes operating conditions, records observations and data in operations log. Diagnoses basic operational problems and takes corrective action per procedure.

• Performs preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance on plant equipment including pumps, motors, belt filter press and ect.

• Inspects flow meters, gauges, flow ratios, pressures and related controls on instrument panels and diagnoses basic operational problems. Takes corrective action per procedure. Verifies and reports suspected malfunctions and variances to supervisor.

• Performs lab tests and prepares reports per procedure. Analyzes parameters including pH, TSS, dissolved oxygen and other tests as required.

• Collects wastewater and sludge samples according to schedule. Performs field tests according to schedule.

• Performs facility maintenance and repair and may replace or install light bulbs, fluorescent tubes, damaged glass, windows, doors, ceiling or floor tile, door locks and paint. Performs manual labor including cleaning equipment, facilities and grounds as required and properly disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policies. Operates vehicles, mobile equipment and material handling equipment for operational and maintenance purposes.

• Performs monitoring, repair and maintenance tasks to support the wastewater collection system.

• Transport and utilize trailer mounted sewer flusher and trailer mounted trash pump during routine and emergency collection system needs.

• Perform Fats Oils and Grease (FOG) inspections at local restaurants and meat markets.

Schedule:

Alternates with one or two plant operators. 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM or 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM weekdays. Rotates 24 hour standby and weekend plant operations on two or three week rotation. Receives compensation for off duty standby time.

Knowledge, Skills and

Experience Required:

• Minimum California GradeI Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification required for Operator Iposition. (Operators working at this level must obtain at least a Grade IIcertification within the time period stipulated in the Job Offer Letter). Statelaw does not allow persons possessing less than a Grade II certification towork at this facility without supervision of a Grade II or higher operator inattendance.

• Minimum California GradeII Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification required for Operator II.

• Ability to read, writeand comprehend English (operational, process, safety and quality instructions)and be able to carry out verbal

• Must have a valid

California driver's license and safe driving record.

• Must be able to obtainand maintain Commercial driver's physical exam. (Required by DOT regulations totow collection system emergency pump and flusher).

• Requires working knowledgeof methods, techniques, principles, and practices of wastewater treatment andcollection.

• Requires ability todiagnose plantwide process problems and take remedial action, adn totroubleshoot equipment.

• Must demonstrate aworking ability to use computer programs for process control.

• Must demonstrate abilityto efficiently operate all equipment in facility which may include pumps,engines, generators, valves, gates, mixers, conveyors, blowers, chemical feed,belt filter press and measuring/control devices, testing equipment and materialhandling equipment.

• Requires the ability tocarry out verbal and written instructions.

• Must have the ability towork in a team environment and a willingness to assume additional or newresponsibilities readily.

• Must be able to serverotational 24 hour emergency on-call duties.

Desirable(Not Required):

• Fluency in the Spanishlanguage.

• Possession of CaliforniaWater Treatment and Distribution Certifications.

• Possession of any

California Water Environment Association Voluntary Certifications.

Description

As a Maintenance Worker for the City of Springfield, you will have the opportunity to serve the community working in a variety of capacities and departments including Environmental Services, Parks, or Public Works. In this role, you may assist in repair and maintenance of city streets, sewers, waterways, bridges, parks, right-of-ways, watersheds, grounds, and/or other city property as assigned as well as perform entry-level equipment operation such as dump trucks, salt spreaders, snow plows, and other similar equipment.

NOTICE OF EXAM: The eligible list established as a result of this posting will be used for this job classification for a minimum of six months or until the list is exhausted. The list will be used to fill multiple vacancies, across various City departments. INDIVIDUALS MUST APPLY NOW IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR FUTURE OPENINGS IN THIS JOB CLASSIFICATION. PERSONS INTERESTED IN FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES MUST TEST NOW AND IF ELIGIBLE MAY HAVE THEIR NAME WITHHELD FROM CERTIFICATION UNTIL SUCH TIME AS THEY ARE INTERESTED.

Qualifications and Requirements

Experience, Education, and Training

• A minimum of one year of experience (or 6 months if candidate has direct City of Springfield experience in one of these areas) in the operation of dump trucks, flusher trucks, skid-steer loaders, front-end loaders or comparable equipment operation;

OR

• One year of maintenance and/or construction work comparable to work completed in the Parks & Public Works Departments in such areas as street/road work, grounds work, maintaining sports fields, agriculture, and sewer or utility pipe line work.

Licensing/Certification

• Must possess, at minimum, the written portion of the Commercial Drivers License (CDL) exam (permit).

• A class "B" CDL, at minimum, must then be obtained within the probationary period.

• Some assignments require the driver to have the ability to operate a vehicle with airbrakes.

• Candidates must possess endorsements such as tanker and/or a class "A" license in order to qualify for some assignments.

• Candidates must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid Certification within the probationary period.

Functions

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

Other Requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet

Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in The United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.

Summary

The purpose of this classification is to operate motorized equipment of medium weight and complexity and to perform manual work functions associated with the construction, maintenance and repair of city grounds, roads, water systems, sewer systems, buildings, or grounds.

This position works evening shift from 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Essential Functions

The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.

Other duties may be required and assigned. Specific duties listed may not be required for all positions within this classification, but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position.

Operates and maintains equipment of medium size, weight, and difficulty, specifically: bucket truck, backhoe, asphalt roller, sweeper, highlift, sidearm mower, sewer truck, rod truck, jet truck, fuel truck, sanitation truck, knuckleboom truck, sewer bucket machine, flusher truck, slope mower, or dump truck to assist in construction, maintenance, and repair work.

Inspects equipment prior to use and ensures necessary equipment repairs are made; performs maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment, and tools in good working condition, specifically: greasing and cleaning, maintaining fluid levels, and changing tires, brooms, blades, and rubber slats.

Inspects job site for possible hazards prior to operating equipment.

Performs manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance, and repair of city roads, drainage systems, water systems, sewer systems, building structures, and grounds.

Sweeps streets, salts roads, cuts grass, picks up, removes and/or hauls trash, garbage and other debris, and removes trees and tree limbs.

Shovels and hauls asphalt, demolition debris, road mix, rock, and dirt; cleans gutters, drainage ditches, and right-of-ways.

Unstops sewers, pulls hose, locates and inspects manholes and sewer lines, clears and disinfects sewer lines and yards.

Hauls explosives, demolishes houses, buildings, and related structures and removes associated debris.

Digs trenches; cuts right-of-ways; lays bricks; builds, repairs and maintains roads, sidewalks, headwalls, and fences; patches holes; packs asphalt; unstops storm drains; cuts pavement; and builds and sets concrete forms.

Installs and/or repairs/replaces water lines, sewer lines, meters, valves, drainage boxes, and fire hydrants.

Flags traffic, places/retrieves signage and barricades, and loads/unloads trucks.

Prepares and/or receives forms, reports or other documents; forwards as appropriate.

Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages and/or directs calls to appropriate personnel; responds to requests for service.

Responds to requests for information from officials, employees, the public or other individuals. Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; one year of experience in medium to heavy equipment operation and maintenance or a related field. Must possess and maintain an Alabama Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class A or Class B depending on position. This job classification is considered to be safety-sensitive and is subject to pre-employment and random drug screens.

Minimum Requirements to Perform Essential Job Functions

The following requirements are normal for this classification. Specific requirements may not apply to all positions within this classification, but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to operate a variety of equipment, machinery and tools which may include a boom truck, bucket truck, backhoe, sweeper, highlift, sidearm mower, sewer truck, rod truck, jet truck, fuel truck, sanitation truck, knuckleboom truck, flusher truck, slope mower, or dump truck, chain saw, two-way radio, mechanics tools. Physical demand requirements for some positions within this classification may at times be at levels of those for heavy work.

DATA COMPREHENSION: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things which may include work orders, maps, and operational manuals.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to speak with and/or signal people to convey or exchange information, including giving/receiving assignments and/or directions to/from co-workers, assistants, managers, or supervisors as well as communicating with the general public.

LANGUAGE ABILITY: May require ability to read a variety of informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures.

Requires the ability to write basic job related documentation and reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech. May require ability to speak with others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and well-modulated voice.

INTELLIGENCE: Requires the ability to learn and understand relatively basic mechanical and operational principles and techniques, to understand departmental policies and procedures, to make independent judgments in absence of supervision, and to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.

VERBAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow verbal and written instructions.

NUMERICAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide, and determine time and weight.

FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to visually inspect items for proper length, width, and shape using job related equipment which may include standard measuring devices.

MOTOR COORDINATION: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using medium to heavy equipment and to operate a motor vehicle.

MANUAL DEXTERITY: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, medium to heavy equipment, motor vehicles, control knobs, switches, mechanics tools, etc.

Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting motion or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have average levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

COLOR DIFFERENTIATION: May require the ability to discern color.

INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT: Requires the ability to deal with and relate to people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be able to adapt to and perform under moderate stress when confronted with an emergency.

PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to talk, express, or exchange ideas by means of spoken words and/or hear and perceive nature of sounds by ear.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Posting Number: PN# 20724

Department: HOUSTON PUBLIC WORKS

Service Line: TRANSPORTATION AND DRAINAGE OPERATIONS

Section: *Various

Location: *Various

Workdays & Hours: *Various

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Safely and efficiently operates heavy equipment to perform a series of manual activities and tasks to transport materials, personnel and supplies to complete work assignments. Operates heavy equipment such as (Dump Trucks, 5/10 Ton Roller, Asphalt Distributor Truck, Concrete Mixer Truck, Concrete Saw, Flusher (with tanker endorsement, F.E.

Loader, Herb. Spray Truck, Lowboy, Pothole Patcher, Slope Mower, Bulldozer, Sweeper and Bucket Truck) to transport equipment and/ or materials to and from work sites. Performs a variety of manual tasks and activities, i.e. spraying, lawn care, moving furniture, roofing, painting, digging manholes, mowing, pouring concrete or asphalt, etc.

Maintains, cleans and services equipment, vehicles, tools and facilities. Inspects vehicles for required supplies, materials and equipment. Observes and follows safety procedures and precautions the work-site.

May investigate and respond to complaints. Prepares and maintains reports, forms and records. May act as lead of a crew and coordinate and monitor work assignments and personnel.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position routinely requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to thirty (30) pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to read, write, add, subtract and follow oral and/or basic written instructions as might normally be acquired through 9 to 11 years of formal schooling.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Six (6) months of experience in the operation of equipment and attachments are required.

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

A valid Class A or B Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

Preference will also be given to applicants with a High School Diploma or GED.

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None

Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. The salary range is:

Pay Grade 13

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6022.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6022. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EEO Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The Collection System Technician performs a variety of skilled, semi-skilled, and manual work in the repairing, cleaning, locating and inspection of the wastewater collection system, operate a variety of light construction equipment and wastewater system cleaning and maintenance.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible charge of operating heavy equipment including a backhoe, combination high pressure flusher and vac trauck

• Perform a variety of construction, repair, cleaning, & inspection work including rodding, hydroflush cleaning, television camera inspection & locating

• Assist in maintaining & caring for assigned tools & equipment

• Sit to drive or ride in vehicle, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, & twist while getting in & out of trenches, mixing mortar, & working in sewage; perform simple & power grasping, pushing & pulling, fine manipulation, use feet to operate foot controls, lift of carry weight of 100 pounds, hear traffic noise, & observe oncoming traffic for safety. Required to communicate via radio & hear radio dispatch signal

• Perform a variety of semi-skilled & manual work involved in the maintenance, cleaning, & closed circuit television inspection of sewer lines & structures.

• Operate hand & power tools, including air compressors, jack hammers, & cement mixers, perform heavy manual labor

• Understand and carry out oral and written directions

• Learn, observe all safety precautions as required by the Company, including, but not limited to, state and federal General Industry Safety Directives, may be required to enter confined space

• Ability to be on call nights and weekends to work overtime in response to emergency situations and alarms

• Must live within 30 minutes of the office/garage to respond to emergencies, work shift, on-call, weekends, and holidays as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience in the operation and maintenance of a collections system or wastewater treatment plant, or related field

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

• Must be 1st aid and CPR certified within 90 days of hire

• Maintaining safe & efficient working conditions including housekeeping

• Ability to perform considerable walking, climbing, moderate to heavy lifting and carrying

• Must have and maintain a valid CDL with tanker endorsement and safe driving record.

• Must obtain a Mass 4E hoisting license within 1 year of hire.

Veolia North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.