Equipment Operator I – Sewer Maintenance Worker

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GENERAL SUMMARY: Under general direction and reporting to the Field Supervisor, the Sewer Maintenance Worker operates medium and heavy equipment and performs and supervises performance of a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance, construction and operation of public works and park facilities; and performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

Operates roller, backhoe/loader, sewer jet/vac vehicle, pumps, hydraulic impact hammer, self-propelled street sweeper, front end loader, snow plow, snowgo, jet flusher, sewer rodder, sewer television truck, aerial bucket, log loader tractor, anti-icing unit and other trucks and vehicles in various maintenance and construction tasks
Maintains or repairs sanitary and storm sewer systems
Repairs or replaces curbs, sections of concrete and asphalt streets, walls, and steps.
Responds to internal and external questions and requests.
Excavates and back fills trenches with hand tools; cleans and inspects sanitary and storm sewers; loads and unloads trucks containing heavy materials; shovels asphalt/rock, sand, gravel and spreads and rakes asphalt; and operates miscellaneous manual and power tools including jack hammer, air compressor, pick, shovel, sledge hammer, grinder, drill and pipe wrench
Takes initiative to cross train self and others in various areas to strengthen knowledge base and provide support to other departments or divisions
Performs extensive snow and ice control operational duties - individually, as a team member, or as a team leader
Assists other departments with various duties as necessary
Checks tires, oil, lubricants, water levels, lights and fuel in vehicles and equipment; washes, adjusts, and performs minor repair and maintenance on vehicles and equipment; and maintains time and other records
Consistently ensures and reinforces the proper use and compliance of safety protocols, both on and off job sites, for self and others.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Operation and Control - Using equipment or systems.
Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.
Control Precision - Quickly changing the controls of a machine, car, truck or boat.
Multi-limb Coordination - Using your arms and/or legs together while sitting, standing, or lying down.
Depth Perception - Deciding which thing is closer or farther away from you, or deciding how far away it is from you.
Reaction Time - Quickly moving your hand, finger, or foot based on a sound, light, picture or other command.
Arm-Hand Steadiness - Keeping your arm or hand steady.
Far, Near and Peripheral Vision - Seeing details that are far away, up close and on your side while looking ahead.
Spatial Orientation - Knowing where things are around you.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Duties require sitting, standing, walking on uneven surfaces, climbing, reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, grasping and repetitive motions in the performance of daily duties; both near and far vision (with or without corrective device) while performing maintenance inspection of equipment; the need to lift, drag, and push vehicles, motors, engines, and other equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds; acceptable hearing (with or without corrective device); safe work with power and noise-producing tools and equipment; and driving a motorized vehicle.

WORKING CONDITIONS: The Sewer Maintenance Worker works in all weather conditions, including wet, hot and cold, indoors and outdoors. Depending on the need, the Operator I will be expected to work a range of shifts: regular, evening and weekend shift work. This position involves working outdoors, responding to weather related emergency operations as needed and being on call at various times throughout the year including holidays and weekends as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

At least one years’ experience operating light, medium, and heavy construction equipment
At least one years’ experience in sanitary and storm sewer maintenance and repairs
Minimum age of 18 years
Possession of a Class B Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes, combination, and tanker endorsements, at minimum and the ability to obtain and maintain an upgraded Class A Commercial Driver's License with air brakes, combination, and tanker endorsements
Ability to obtain and maintain certification for respiratory use in confined spaces within one year of starting date

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous experience in Public Works’ Snow and/or Ice Control Operations
Possession and retention of a Class A Commercial Driver's License with air brakes, combination, and tanker endorsement
Welding and fabricating experience

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Employee shall establish their principal place of residence within thirty (30) miles of the corporate limits of the city of Dubuque as soon as practicable after appointment, but within two years of appointment.

The City of Dubuque is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Primary Contact

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City of Dubuque Human Resources Department

Human Resources Department, Human Resources Department

563-589-4125

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humanresources@cityofdubuque.org

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Job Details

Qualifications

Education

High School/GED

Experience

1-2 Years

Company ID

931

Job REQ #

# Positions

Start Date

20230525

End Date

20230531

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