Sewer Tech

Position: Sewer Tech -Full Time
BENEFITS

* 13% employer contribution to 401k or 457 account during first year

* Retirement through the Kentucky Public Pension Authority beginning second year

* Generous vacation, sick, holiday, and military paid leave with no waiting period

* Health, dental, vision, and life insurance with no or low employee premiums

* Uniforms fully provided, boot reimbursement

* On call overtime pay available

* Employer paid training and certifications

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Assist in the installation, maintenance and cleaning of sanitary sewer lines;

* Responds to complaint calls from customers;

* Prepare and maintain accurate reports and records;

* Provide for safe and efficient operation of equipment;

* Assist other departments and/or agencies in repairs, maintenance, or cleaning duties as necessary;

* Ensure work area is clean and all equipment and tools are properly stored after use;

* Perform preventative maintenance, make minor repairs and recommend major repairs on equipment;

* Recommend to supervisor equipment, tools, supplies and materials for purchase;

* Assist contractors working on sewer projects as required;

* Must be able to respond to after-hours emergencies such as line breaks, weather events as needed;

* Perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES

* Work is thorough, timely and reflects follow-through to completion.

* Strong mechanical aptitude

* Complies with departmental performance standards.

* Demonstrates willingness to undertake duties as assigned.

* Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License at time of hire. Must be capable of working periodic overtime and available to work on-call as scheduled. Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement and air brakes desired but not required.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

No previous experience required.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

High School graduate or equivalent preferred.