Job Description
This position performs entry-level professional work utilizing techniques that require understanding of involved practices, principles and/or theory for mastery of the ongoing operation and maintenance of sanitary sewer systems throughout the Saratoga Springs City properties. This employee also functions as one of the City
's principal "on-call" employees for after-hour emergencies related to the area of responsibility and for snowplowing.
Job Responsibilities
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include, but are not limited to, any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job is not routinely listed in job descriptions but is an essential function.
Provides front-line supervision to temporary, seasonal, part-time and full-time maintenance workers - sewer while in training or on a project-by-project basis
Prioritizes and schedules work, and then monitors work progress and employee performance for accuracy and effectiveness
Direct and/or provide routine Maintenance of the City's sewer infrastructure.
Direct and/or provide jetting of sewer lines.
Direct and/or provide inspections of manholes.
Direct and/or provide maintenance of sewer lift stations.
Coordinate work activities with other City departments, representatives of local, state, and federal agencies, citizens, and equipment and service suppliers.
Maintain excellent public relations by assuring that public/and internal inquiries are answered in a courteous manner and that complaints are responded to promptly.
Where appropriate, refer inquiries to the Assistant Public Works Director-Utilities
Operates a variety of types of small and light equipment; performs routine and regular maintenance on equipment to assure efficiency and safety. Directs and trains laborers in equipment usage
Operates various types of heavy equipment such as front-end loader, backhoe, utility trailers, bob tail dump truck, etc.
Makes recommendations to the Assistant Public Works Director for the purchasing of all major equipment
As required, prepare labor, material, time, and equipment estimates for new or modified facilities
Direct and/or perform repair and maintenance of equipment, vehicles, tools, and assigned public facilities
Assists the Maintenance Supervisor – Streets with the snow plowing operations of the public works department including scheduling of all snow plowing shifts and
clearing City streets and facilities
Participate with Assistant Public Works Director-Utilities in long-range planning and establishing priorities for facilities, maintenance, repairs, and improvements
Stay informed on changing products and technology and make recommendations to the Assistant Public Works Director-Utilities
As required, prepare labor, material, time, and equipment estimates for new or modified facilities
May assist with the preparation of the Public Works – Sewer budget
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Graduation from high school or a GED equivalent plus two (2) years equivalent of specialized training provided through professionally sponsored workshops, technical school, or vocational studies
A minimum of eight (8) years of previous experience in sewer and/or water systems maintenance, or related field, a minimum of two (2) years of previous experience as a crew lead or supervisor
Certifications
Must possess a valid Utah CDL class A Driver's License, with a Tanker endorsement or be able to obtain one within 6 months
Backflow 101
Confined Space Training
CPR/First Aid Certification
Sewer collection 2
Vactor Truck operator/ Tanker endorsement
Backflow 2 (water)
Flagger certification
Work Zone safety certification
Trench safety / competent person
Sewer collection 3
Traffic control technician
Registered Stormwater Inspector
Equipment operator certification (Loader & Backhoe)
Right-of-Way Backhoe operator
Roller/10 wheel/loader/back hoe/other large equipment/vehicles (proficient skills)
Water 2 certification
Pesticide applicator certification
Knowledge of city standards and specifications (water and streets)
Knowledge of the MUTCD
LTAP Road Scholar
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