Utility Technician

Overview

Performs sewer line cleaning for the City sewers, responding to emergency sewer stoppages at citizens  properties. Assists the Utility Inspector with citizen s requests, Public Works, plumbers and contractors to help locate sewer lines, dye testing, smoke testing and CCTV inspections.

• Operate the Vactor and the Jet trucks and equipment during sewer line cleaning, sewer stoppages and sewer backups.
• Maintain documentation records for line cleaning and sewer stoppages using the City GIS.
• Perform routine maintenance on the Vactor and Jet trucks and assist with pump station maintenance when needed.
• Conduct smoke and dye testing of sewer lines.
• Assist the Utility Inspector with CCTV work using the crawler camera or the push camera.

• Ability to read, write and understand oral/written instructions in English and at least 6 months of experience in a sewer-related position.
• Ability to read sewer maps and GIS.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Maintenance skills on pumps a plus.

• Commercial Driver s License B with Tank endorsement.
• VA DOT work zone traffic control certification within six months of hire.

• Knowledge of equipment used in the assigned unit.
• Knowledge of work methods and techniques.
• Must have knowledge of traffic safety, as most work will be performed in the public right-of-way.

• Skill in driving vehicles and operating equipment.
• Basic computer skills.

• Requires the ability to lift and move heavy objects, e.g. removing and replacing manhole lids, removing and connecting pipe sections to and from the Vactor suction line.
• The ability to work independently and as a team with limited supervision.
• Must be able to communicate problems as maintenance is performed.

• Must be available to work on-call on a rotating basis to respond to emergencies such as sewer stoppages and minor repairs after regular work hours.

• Worker is exposed to outdoor weather conditions, extreme noise, odors, heights, dust, fumes, and hazardous materials such as oil, coolants, gasoline, hydraulic fluid, and raw sewage.

• Stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception.

• If job requires frequent lifting, typical weight handled: up to 75 lbs.