Collection Systems Technician

Kenner, LA, United States

ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA CITY WEBSITE: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kennerla/

ONE CURRENT VACANCY

Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to function as a Collection System Technician engaged in installation, maintenance and repair of sewerage collection systems and lift stations of the City. Collection System Technicians must adhere to established safety and accident prevention policies, procedures, and standards. Performs related work as directed.

Duties of Responsibilities:

Functions of this class may be divided into four (4) distinct areas: Customer Service, Repair, Inspection, and Lift Stations.

GENERAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Functions as crew member engaged in maintenance of the City's sewerage collection system and lift stations, i.e., cleaning and flushing lines, cleaning manholes, cleaning screens.

Functions as crew member engaged in construction and repair of the City's sewerage collection system and lift stations, i.e., new connections, force mains, manholes, main lines. Ensures accurate location of all utility lines; oversees the excavation, bracing and shoring of trenches, and the use of all equipment required to perform the work.

Investigates and handles complaints concerning the sewerage collection system, i.e., odor complaints, yard sinkage, street sinkage, and missing manhole covers.

Investigates and runs various tests in identifying problems, i.e., TV inspections, smoke testing, dye flooding.

Completes service requests and work orders for the maintenance and repair of sewerage collections systems and lift stations.

Responsible for transportation of materials, supplies, and equipment to job site.

Maintains responsibility for work activity records, and equipment, tools, and supplies usage and inventory per work site.

Participates in all facets of work under the Wastewater Department and assist other City Departments if needed, and provides mechanical and technical guidance and support to crews in proper methods and techniques.

Operates dump trucks, backhoes, transport vans, excavation equipment, vacuum trucks, wash out trucks, and other vehicles and equipment as needed.

Reports any complaints, incidents, accidents, or conflicts arising at work sites; responds to emergency call-outs.

Work together with other departments/divisions as appropriate.

Provides general information to the public/residents concerning the sewerage collection system and maintenance and repair activities. Works with contractors where applicable.

CUSTOMER SERVICE FUNCTIONS

Responds to service requests from the public.

Performs smoke testing of gravity sewer main lines, service lines and lateral lines.

Performs dye testing of sinkholes and cracked sidewalks near sewer infrastructure.

Interacts with the public daily and provides the actions that were taken and the actions that may need to be taken to their supervisors.

Operates and maintains equipment associated with the operation of a wastewater collection system.

Assists the inspection crew, when needed, in follow-up investigations to sewer issues observed during service request response.

Verifies and reports suspected malfunctions and takes corrective action.

Accurately completes all service requests and equipment work orders and submits the documentation to the supervisor to ensure completion and accuracy.

Assures that his/her work is performed in a safe and professional manner by following established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures.

Performs cleanup and housekeeping tasks for work area, tools, and equipment.

Notifies supervisor of product inventory and of vendors from which to obtain quotes for equipment and supplies.

Performs related duties as needed.

Is essential personnel and will be required to work all emergency events.

REPAIR FUNCTIONS

Responds to service requests from the public.

Interacts w th the public daily and provides the supervisor the actions that were taken and the actions that may need to be taken.

Operates and maintains equipment associated with the operation of a wastewater collection system.

Performs the repair of force mains, gravity sewer main lines, gravity sewer service lines and lateral lines, manholes, clean outs, and plant potable water lines. Performs excavations for repairs and inspections.

Assists the inspection crew, when needed, in follow-up investigations to sewer issues observed during service request response.

Assist in the deployment and fueling of generators when required.

Verifies and reports suspected malfunctions and takes corrective action.

Accurately completes all service requests and equipment work orders and submits the documentation to the supervisor to ensure completion and accuracy.

Assures that his/her work is performed in a safe and professional manner by following established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures.

Performs cleanup and housekeeping tasks for work area, tools, and equipment.

Notifies supervisor of product inventory and of vendors from which to obtain quotes for equipment and supplies.

Performs related duties as needed.

Is essential personnel and will be required to work all emergency events.

INSPECTION FUNCTIONS

Responds to service requests from the public.

Performs televising of the gravity sewer main lines, service lines, and lateral lines.

Performs smoke testing of gravity sewer main lines, service lines, and lateral lines.

Performs dye testing of sinkholes and cracked sidewalks and streets near sewer infrastructure.

Interacts with the public daily and provides the supervisor the actions that were taken and the actions that may need to be taken.

Operates and maintains equipment associated with the operation of a wastewater collection system.

Assists the customer service crew, when needed, in follow-up investigations to sewer issues observed during service request response.

Assist in the deployment and fueling of generators when required.

Verifies and reports suspected malfunctions and takes corrective action.

Accurately completes all service requests and equipment work orders and submits the documentation to the supervisor to ensure completion and accuracy.

Assures that his/her work is performed in a safe and professional manner by following established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures.

Performs cleanup and housekeeping tasks for work area, tools, and equipment.

Notifies supervisor of product inventory and of vendors from which to obtain quotes for equipment and supplies.

Performs related duties as needed.

Is essential personnel and will be required to work all emergency events.

LIFT STATION FUNCTIONS

Visually inspects lift stations to ensure proper working conditions and listens for proper operation.

Replaces oils, belts, bearings, impellers, rotating assemblies, packing, and gaskets.

Cleans floats, transducers, pumps, motors, and cables when required.

Replaces parts, floats, transducers, suction flaps, and fuses.

Install odor blocks and aeration equipment in lift station wet wells.

Assists in the deployment, installation and fueling of pumps and generators.

Responds to SCADA alerts and alarms.

Works with SCADA Tech Support.

Assists Collection System personnel and Plant personnel when needed.

Completes preventative and corrective maintenance documentation.

Record pump, motor, and equipment information for each lift station.

Learn to operate fork lift, bobcat, backhoe, and crane.

U