COLLECTION SYSTEMS OPERATOR - Entry Level

COLLECTION SYSTEMS OPERATOR - Entry LevelPrintApplyCOLLECTION SYSTEMS OPERATOR - Entry LevelSalary$4,275.18 - $4,713.29 MonthlyLocationCity of Stockton, CAJob TypeFull-Time (Probationary)DepartmentMunicipal UtilitiesJob Number0920-04887Closing10/8/2020 5:00 PM Pacific

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DEFINITIONOPEN/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITYMONTHLY SALARY RANGE: Entry level: $4,275.18 - $4,488.08 - $4,713.29 FLSA STATUS: Non-ExemptTENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: Week of November 2, 2020 (Candidates must appear in person for the examination)The current vacancies exist in the City of Stockton's Municipal Utilities Department. The incumbents will typically work a 9/80 schedule 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 P.M. Monday thru Thursday and every other Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. with alternating Fridays off. Incumbents will also be required to work rotating shifts, off-hour shifts (9:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.), weekends, holidays, occasionally perform stand-by duties and respond to emergency situations.Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service system, in a "for-cause" employment status, and are represented by Operating Engineers' Local 3, Operations and Maintenance Unit. This recruitment is being conducted as an Open/Promotional recruitment. Current regular full-time City of Stockton employees may apply for this position as a promotional opportunity and successful candidates will be placed on a promotional list. All other candidates may apply for this position as an open competitive opportunity and successful candidates will be placed on an open list. The appointing authority will have the option of requesting names from the promotional list or a combination of both.These lists may be used to fill future vacancies.Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting and a medical examination which includes a back evaluation.VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:The position is eligible to receive five (5) Veteran's Preference Points for entrance into the Civil Service. Veteran's Preference will not be granted on the promotional list. If you believe you qualify for Veteran's Preferance, a DD-214 Member 4 copy indicating at least 181 consecutive days of service must be received in the Human Resources Department by 5:30 p.m., Thursday, October 8, 2020. (see supplemental questionnaire for details in submitting DD-214 copy). Collection Systems Operator performs a variety of collection system construction, maintenance, video inspection and customer services work; as experience is gained incumbents plan, assign, and review the work of crews engaged in collection system activities work; performs related work as assigned.CLASS CHARACTERISTICSInitially, under close supervision, incumbents perform a variety of duties in the maintenance and repair of sanitary and storm collection systems.PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)

Installs, repairs, and maintains sanitary and storm collection systems, mains, laterals, catch basins, manholes, lampholes, pressure lines and related structures; performs concrete and rough carpentry work; digs, shores, and backfills trenches; lays and fits pipelines; makes sewer taps; sweeps and shovels debris; loads and unloads trucks; cleans up work sites upon completion of job; locates and marks underground lines.

Cleans and removes obstructions in sanitary and storm collection system lines; operates hydrovactor, hand and machine powered rods to clear lines; applies herbicides, foams and other chemicals to deroot, degrease and unstop lines; pumps flooded basements and work areas; operates clamshell and slip-ball equipment.

Installs and removes flow monitors; sets up, adjusts and operates video camera and equipment for inspections.

Responds to customer complaints; determines source of problem; clears lines or reports work needed; advises customer of City's responsibility and/or customer's responsibility for work or repairs needed.

Observes safe work methods and safety precautions related to the work; flags and cones worksites for traffic control; shores trenches; operates pipe location and gas detection equipment; uses appropriate safety devices and equipment.

Operates and maintains a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to the work, including tie spades, tampers, whackers, chipper guns, pavement breakers, concrete saws, hydrovactors, and rodders.

Prepares and maintains a variety of basic records of work performed; reports needed repairs of system and equipment.

Reads and interprets plans, maps, schematics, and blueprints.

Journey-level and senior incumbents may train, direct, and coordinate the work of others on a project basis; instructs others in proper work methods and job safety.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation/Experience:Education - Possession of a high school diploma or GED.Experience - One (1) year of work experience in sewer construction or maintenance work.Other Requirements:

Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California driver's license.

Must obtain and maintain a Class A California driver's license within one year from date of hire.

Must possess strength and stamina to lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds and to perform sustained physical labor.

Must be willing to work out-of-doors in all weather conditions and to work with exposure to unpleasant and hazardous materials, chemicals and gases, in confined spaces, wearing self-contained breathing equipment; heavy traffic and other hazards.

Must be willing to work overtime and off-hour shifts in emergency situations.

Must be willing to work with the constituents and odors associated with wastewater.

Knowledge of:

Terminology, materials, methods, and techniques of equipment operation and use; tools used in the maintenance and repair of sewers, storm drains and related facilities;

Operation and maintenance of hand and power tools common to the field;

Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work;

Basic computerized recordkeeping applications and operation of computerized equipment;

Confined space entry procedures in accordance with Cal-OSHA Standards; and

Shop mathematics.

Skill in:

Operating and maintaining collection systems sewer and storm drain equipment;

Operating and maintaining a variety of hand power tools and equipment used in the work;

Properly placing cones, barricades and warning devices and directing traffic flow at job sites;

Understanding and following oral and written instructions;

Performing heavy physical labor;

Preparing basic records and clear and concise reports;

Reading and interpreting plans, maps and blueprints, manuals and specifications;

Exercising independent judgment and initiative under general supervision; and

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships, including communicating effectively, tactfully and courteously with those contacted in the course of the work.

The Examination:Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best fit the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process. The examination process may include a written examination weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time, and, if the same, then arranged alphabetically.ALL APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE COMPLETED FULLY AND SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL CITY OF STOCKTON APPLICATION FORM. (DO NOT STATE "REFER TO RESUME" ON YOUR APPLICATION OR SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.) INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTALS WILL BE REJECTED AND CANNOT BE REVISED AFTER SUBMITTAL ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE. POSTMARKS, FACSIMILES, AND PHOTOCOPIES OF THE CITY'S EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. RESUMES ARE WELCOMED BUT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ONLY.The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.NOTE:

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In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.The City of Stockton requires employees in this position to reasonably respond to emergencies at all times. Employees are required to maintain primary residence within 45 minutes of City Hall in order to timely respond to emergencies and meet the health, safety, and welfare needs of the City. New employees will have three months from their date of hire to comply with the requirement. Any interested candidates must be willing to adhere to this requirement throughout the duration of employment.