Wastewater Technician

### WE NEED YOU!If you're interested in an environmental "career" with a company that offers great benefits, retirement plans, annual and sick leave, and generous health, dental and vision plans - then APPLY for a Wastewater Technician position at City of Fulton!POSITION OVERVIEWPosition will assist with our on-going wastewater operations. Position will also install, maintain and repair sewer pipelines, taps, valves, and manholes, evacuate, shore trenches, and backfill, repair pumps and other equipment.QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTSExperience, Education, and Training

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.

Basic knowledge of the operation/maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems.

Excellent customer service skills.

Requirements

Must pass pre-employment drug testing and submit to periodic drug testing as required by applicable laws.

May be required to work weekends or a variety of shifts.

Subject to emergency call-in.

At least 18 years of age.

Must have no felony convictions.

Runs CCVT Camera

Ability to obtain DNR wastewater certification.

Must have a valid Drivers' License or CDL (A or B).

OR

Must take and pass, at minimum, the written portion of the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) exam (permit) within 90 days of hire.

AND

A class "B" CDL, at minimum, must then be obtained within the 6-month probationary period.

Abilities

Follow oral and written instructions.

Operate vehicles and equipment with both standard and automatic transmissions.

Accurately document and maintain simple records and logs as well as brief reports.

Read and apply instructions.

Communicate effectively verbally.

Effectively welcome and embrace differences among employees and citizens.

Perform effectively as a member of a team in carrying out the City's stated mission and philosophy.

Present an overall professional image.

Deal effectively and courteously with associates and the general public.

Perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of self or others.

FUNCTIONSEssential Functions

Receives notification of a maintenance project, and determines and assembles the tools, equipment and supplies needed to complete the assignment assuring for thoroughness and safety.

Surveys the job site to secure area and posts signs assuring for safety.

Operates or assists in excavation procedures following all safety precautions.

Determines specific area of lines to be repaired/maintained and performs maintenance assuring for compliance with State Dept of Natural Resources and City regulations.

Deals with the public, contractors and internal staff in a professional and courteous manner.

Responds to requests by immediate supervisor in an accurate, complete and timely manner.

Performs the following procedures (but not limited to) in a skilled manner: hand digs around existing utilities to ensure that no lines are damaged, install all lines to the proper depth, ensures that all repairs are correct and complete.

Secures incomplete job sites at the close of the day and when called away from a job site, assuring for public safety and security of the project.

Operates filtering and chemical treatment equipment, coagulating and settling basins, and other plant facilities.

Performs wastewater treatment plant maintenance activities on shift.

Monitors wastewater treatment plant operations by reviewing records of activities and by reviewing and analyzing water sample test results.

Takes readings from measurement instruments; monitors chart recorders; takes samples of and conducts tests on wastewater; mixes chemicals.

Follows all safety procedures including the use of all safety equipment.

Assists in completing any required follow-up and paperwork steps to complete project.

Maintains an awareness of the operation of all related machinery and equipment required to operate the department assuring for thoroughness.

Operates the related machinery and equipment at a productive level assuring for safety and for the most appropriate use of the machinery and equipment.

Maintains awareness of the corrective and preventative maintenance procedure and schedule.

Completes or delegates the maintenance of the machinery or equipment.

Other RequirementsEnvironment

Above average accessibility of all work sites required for the position.

Above average exposure to weather and temperature extremes.

Above average exposure to chemicals and fumes.

Average exposure to heights and darkness.

Above average exposure to work safety hazards.

Average amount of overtime/extended work hours required.

Above average exposure to dust and loud noises.

Above average exposure to cramped spaces.

Physical

Normal physical mobility: movement from place to place on the job, considering distance and speed.

Normal physical agility: ability to maneuver body while in place.

Normal physical strength to handle routine office materials and tools.

Normal physical strength to handle 50 lb. objects, considering frequency.

Normal endurance and dexterity of hands and fingers.

Normal physical balance: ability to maintain balance and physical control.

Normal coordination, including eye/hand, hand/foot, etc.