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Equipment Operator (Sanitary Sewer System)

Salary

$27.37 - $35.51 Hourly

Location

Rochester MN 55906, MN

Job Type

Regular FT

Job Number

20240068

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

04/05/2024

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

The City of Rochester welcomes applications for:

Equipment Operator

Sanitary Sewer System

This position is second shift (3pm to 11pm)

Nature of Work

The Equipment Operator (Sanitary Sewer System) is an entry-level skilled position that operates complex pieces of equipment to complete a wide range of maintenance activities on City infrastructure. Typical job duties may include, but are not limited to: inspecting, cleaning, maintaining, and reconstructing City sanitary and storm sewers; performing quality control related tasks such as generating and maintaining accurate documentation; performing snow and ice control during winter months (must be available for call-in during off hours in the case of inclement weather); performing safety operations; and completing other duties as assigned.

Types of equipment that Equipment Operator (Sanitary Sewer System) are required to operate include, but are not limited to: sewer jetting systems, sewer jet-vac trucks, CCTV inspection crawlers, mechanical sewer rodders, forklifts, ATVs, graders, rollers, wheel loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, jackhammers, air compressors, pavers, sweepers, various hand tools, and other related equipment.

Review of applications will begin on April 22, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

2024 starting wage:

• $27.37-$35.51 per hour based on experience; OR

• $29.39-$37.56 per hour with valid MPCA Collections System Operator's License Class S-D

• A $2.00 shift differential will be added to the hourly wage with this being 2nd shift.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment.

*Perform sanitary and storm sewer maintenance

• Construct, repair, and replace sewer lines, manholes, catch basins, and other sewer infrastructure

• Perform regular inspections on pipes, manholes, catch basins, culverts, siphons, and other sewer infrastructure

• Respond to reports of backups and flooding; investigate for cause, clear blockages, and generate record documents

• Clear trees and other obstructions from sanitary sewer easements

• Clear roots, leaves, ice, and other debris from sewer pipes, manholes, and catch basins

*Conduct technical inspection and analysis of sewer system

• Operate CCTV inspection equipment to rate, evaluate, and record defects found within the sewer systems per the NASSCO PACP and MACP standards

• Work with teammates and supervisors to recommend preventative and corrective maintenance based on observations

• Install, calibrate, and monitor flow metering equipment

• Identify sources of inflow and infiltration to the sanitary sewer with smoke and dye testing as well as visual inspection

• Maintain detailed and accurate records of all maintenance, repair, and inspection activities

*Perform snow and ice control

• Operate equipment to plow and sand streets and sidewalks

• Remove snow in the Central Business District as needed (this is generally completed during overnight hours to cause the least disruption to the public)

• Be available for call-in during off hours in the case of inclement weather events

*Perform safety operations

• Put up proper barricades and warning signs in accordance with proper safety requirements

• Check and maintain assigned equipment in accordance with proper safety requirements

• Direct traffic as required

• Perform confined space entry as either entrant or attendant while adhering to safety requirements

• Perform open trench construction work while adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines

• Report all unsafe conditions to supervisor

Miscellaneous duties and responsibilities

• Collaborate with supervisor on infrastructure maintenance needs

• Assist with carpentry work

• Wash and clean equipment

• Perform preventative maintenance and/or minor repair to City equipment; e.g. grease, oil, etc.

Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.

• ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years full-time equivalent employment experience in operation, maintenance, or construction of sanitary or storm sewer systems

Licenses and Certifications

Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL); a Class A driver's license with a tanker endorsement is required within 1 year of hire

Valid MPCA Collections System Operator's License Class S-D required within one year of hire

NASSCO PACP and MACP training required within three years of hire

Desirable Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience with the inspection and evaluation of sanitary and/or storm sewer systems.

MPCA Waste Water Operator Class S-C or higher

NASSCO PACP and MACP certification

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

*THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY THE CITY'S RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM

Employees in this position are required to use respiratory equipment and the City of Rochester will conform to all State and Federal requirements in administering this program.

*THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY THE CITY'S HEARING CONSERVATION PROGRAM

Employees in this position are required to use hearing protection and the City of Rochester will conform to all State and Federal requirements in administering this program.

*THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY THE CITY OF ROCHESTER DRUG TESTING POLICY

The drug and alcohol testing policies and procedures of the City of Rochester will conform to all State and Federal requirements, including Minnesota Statutes 181.950 through 181.957; the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988; and/or the US Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

*Pre-employment and/or periodic testing may be required.

THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY PUBLIC WORKS' RESPONSE TIME REQUIREMENT

Public Works employees currently in the position or individuals hired for this position must reside within an area which will allow them to report for work within thirty (30) minutes from the time notified. Those who do not currently meet this requirement shall be allowed no more that twelve (12) months after the date that they were hired to fill the position to meet this requirement. Promotions to positions may be withheld from employees who residence would prevent them from meeting the thirty (30) minutes response time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in the operation of assigned equipment; capabilities of the equipment operated including the adaptations and specialized uses to which equipment can be put in meeting emergency or other unusual conditions; proper techniques and procedures for operating a jetter, jet-vac, blade, sweeper, and other related equipment; traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations involved in equipment operation; and practices, methods, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of equipment.

Skill in: the care and use of tools; the operation of power equipment, sewer maintenance equipment, and construction equipment; operation of CCTV inspection software (Granite Net or equivalent); operation of asset management software (Elements XS or equivalent); use of standard Microsoft office programs Word, Excel, and Outlook; use of GIS software (ArcMap or equivalent).

Ability to: perform a variety of maintenance, repair, cleaning, inspection, and construction assignments; follow oral and written instructions; operate power operated and motorized equipment; operate piping tools and a variety of hand and power tools; operate a motor vehicles in all weather conditions; and direct or coordinate the work activities of others.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.

In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:

Frequent demands: standing; walking; lifting; carrying; pushing/pulling; balancing; stooping; kneeling; crouching; crawling; twisting; bending; foot controls; fine dexterity; and simultaneous use of the hand, wrist and fingers.

Occasional demands: sitting; reaching; handling; and climbing.

Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, and touch.

Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Noise (need to shout in order to be heard)

Vibration (exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities of whole body)

Exposure to wastewater/dust/gas/fumes/steam/chemicals

Potential exposure to infectious diseases

Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)

Walk on uneven ground (gravel, rocks, mounds, construction sites)

Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors, mowers)

Work in permit-required confined spaces (manholes, vaults, catch basins, etc.)

Protective equipment required (respirator, mask, earplugs, gloves, eyewear, etc.)

EMPLOYEE BENEFIT AND RETIREMENT SUMMARY (https://www.rochestermn.gov/home/showdocument?id=36367&t=637988531694369667)

01

The following supplemental information may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided in your application and resume. You must be honest and accurate in answering the supplemental questions and do not type "see resume". You may also be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview for this position. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate. Any information provided may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. Do you understand and agree with this statement?

• Yes

• No

  02

  What is your preferred name?

  03

  Which of the following best describes your level of education?

• High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.

• Less than 2 years post-secondary training

• Completion of a 2 year program or degree

• Completion of a 4 year program or degree or higher

• None of the above

  04

  Which of the following best describes your years of full-time equivalent employment experience operating and maintaining heavy construction equipment weighing over five tons?

• No experience

• Less than 2 years

• More than 2 years, but less than 3

• More than 3 years, but less than 4

• More than 4 years, but less than 5

• More than 5 years, but less than 7

• More than 7 years, but less than 10

• 10 or more years

  05

  Did your employment experience operating and maintaining heavy construction equipment weighing over five tons include any of the following? (Select all that apply)

• Front-end loader with plow and wing attachment

• Excavators

• Bulldozer

• Motor Grader

• Low boy

• Tandem axle dump truck with at least a 5 cubic yard box and a plow/wing attachment

• Oil distributor

• Flusher truck

• Paver

• Roller

• Wheel loader

• Other heavy construction equipment weighing over five tons (List below)

• N/A - I do not have any employment experience operating heavy construction equipment weighing over five tons

  06

  Which of the following best describes your total years of full-time employment experience in the operation or maintenance of sanitary or storm sewer pipes, manholes, and catch basins?

• No experience

• Less than 1 year

• More than 1 year, but less than 2

• More than 2 years, but less than 3

• More than 3 years, but less than 4

• More than 4 years, but less than 5

• More than 5 years, but less than 7

• More than 7 years, but less than 10

• 10 or more years

  07

  Which of the following best describes the employment setting where you obtained a majority of your years of employment experience in the operation, or maintenance of sanitary or storm sewer pipes, manholes, and catch basins?

• N/A - I do not have any employment experience in this area

• Self-employed contractor / operator

• A small construction company

• A small city or municipality

• A medium-sized construction company

• A medium-sized city or county

• a large construction company

• A large city or county

• A state transportation department

• Other: Describe below

  08

  Which of the following best describes your experience with underground utility installation (water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer)?

• N/A - I have no experience in this area

• Limited - I am familiar with the process but do not possess any experience in this area

• Moderate - I have some experience with water and/or sewer installation related to residential construction or have been indirectly involved with installing underground utilities

• Extensive - I have been on a crew where I operated the equipment used to install underground utilities such as water, sanitary sewer, or storm sewers

  09

  Which of the following best describes your years of full-time experience installing underground utilities such as water, sanitary sewer, or storm sewers?

• No experience

• Less than 1 year

• More than 1 year, but less than 2

• More than 2 year, but less than 3

• More than 3 years, but less than 5

• More than 5 years, but less than 7

• More than 7 years, but less than 10

• More than 10 years

  10

  Which of the following best describes your snow removal experience?

• N/A - No experience

• Limited - I have used a snowblower on my driveway at home

• Moderate - I have experience plowing snow off of private property (parking lots and driveways) with a pick-up truck, tractor or skid-steer

• Extensive - I have employment experience plowing snow off of public streets and roads, with a dump truck which requires a CDL to operate

  11

  Which of the following best describes your years of fulltime experience with snow removal?

• No experience

• Less than 1 year

• More than 1 year, but less than 3

• More than 3 years, but less than 5

• More than 5 years, but less than 7

• More than 7 years, but less than 10

• More than 10 years

  12

  Which of the following best describes the level or class of the driver's license that you currently possess?

• N/A - I do not currently possess a valid driver's license

• Class A: Any combination of vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GWVR) of 26,001 or more pounds, provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds

• Class B: Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing a vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds GVWR

• Class C: Any single vehicle, or combination of vehicles, that does not meet the definition of Class A or Class B, but is either designed to transport 16 or more passengers, including the driver, or is placarded for hazardous materials

• Class D: passenger car or truck

  13

  If you have a commercial driver's license (CDL), please indicate which endorsements, if any, that you currently possess. (Select all that apply)

• N/A - I do not have a CDL

• I have a CDL, but I do not have any of these endorsements

• T - Double/Triple Trailers

• P - Passenger

• N - Tank Vehicle

• H - Hazardous Materials

• X - Combination of Tank Vehicle and Hazardous Materials

  14

  If you do have a commercial driver's license (CDL), are you permitted to drive commercial vehicles equipped with air brakes?

• N/A - I do not possess a CDL

• Yes

• No

  15

  Which of the following best describes the level or class of Wastewater Collection System Operator license that you currently possess?

• Class SD

• Class SC

• Class SB

• Class SA

• N/A- I do not currently possess this license

  16

  Do you currently possess any of the following certifications? (Select all apply)

• NASSCO - Pipeline Assessment Certification Program (PACP)

• NASSCO – Manhole Assessment Certification Program (MACP)

• N/A- I do not possess these certifications

  17

  I understand that if I am offered this position, I consent to being tested for drugs and/or alcohol as a condition of employment. If the test result is positive, or if I refuse to submit to a pre-employment test, the job offer will be withdrawn.

• Yes

• No

  18

  The goal of infrastructure maintenance team is to improve the quality of infrastructure in the City of Rochester by working in a thorough, safe, and respectful manner to deliver a high quality work product each day. In 150 words or less, describe how you would add value to our team.

  19

  OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Describe any other special training you've completed or skills and experience you currently possess that you feel would make you the best-qualified person for this position.

  20

  CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: If selected as a finalist, are you willing to undergo a background investigation which may include, but not limited to: verification of employment and educational records, identification verification, driver's license record and a criminal history?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

City of Rochester

Address

201 4th Street SE Rochester, Minnesota, 55904

Phone

(507) 328-2555

Website

https://www.rochestermn.gov/employment

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