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Description: This position may perform the following duties:

Apprentice Operator and Operator I: Assist in operating power rodding equipment to clear sewer lines; assist in operating high-pressure jet-vac unit to clean lines, ditches, and culverts; assist in the operation of closed circuit television viewing and sealing equipment to detect leaks and obstructions of sewer mains and laterals; assist in sealing leaks using packing units; assist in locating manholes, sewer clean-outs, and main sewer lines using photos, metal detectors, and maps; assist in maintaining pump stations and grounds including clearing manholes, catch-basins, and surrounding areas; assist in general construction projects including raising/lowering manholes to grade; clean homes or other buildings following sewer backups; identify abnormal conditions and resolve basic operation issues; assist with record keeping; assist in performing minor maintenance and repair of equipment; assist with snow removal; follow safety procedures; assist others as needed; perform other duties as needed.

Operator II and Operator III: Independently perform all duties required of lower level wastewater collections operators; set up flow and strength measuring devices; tap sewer mains; may inspect sewer line construction work and lateral installations; diagnose origins of line blockage issues and recommend a corrective course of action; perform field sampling and dye testing; prepare power rodding equipment, closed circuit television equipment, high-pressure jet-vac unit, and other specialized equipment for use including performing minor repairs and maintenance; perform general construction activities including mixing and finishing cement; ensure compliance with job site safety and regulations; act as foreman as needed; assist with training lower level operators and part-time staff; maintain job records; assist supervisor in ensuring other operators follow safety procedures; perform other duties as needed.

Minimum Requirements: Apprentice Operator: One year of experience in general construction or work requiring mechanical aptitude. Operator I: One year of professional wastewater operator experience. Unrestricted Grade I Utah Wastewater Systems Operator Certification. Operator II: Two years of professional wastewater operator experience. Unrestricted Grade II Utah Wastewater Systems Operator Certification. Operator III: Four years of professional wastewater operator experience. Unrestricted Grade III Utah Wastewater Systems Operator Certification. An equivalent to a high school diploma is required for all levels. Additional education may be substituted for experience as allowed by the State of Utah to qualify for unrestricted wastewater operator certification. A valid, lawful commercial driver’s license is required at all levels.