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The City of Rochester, MN Equipment Operator (Sanitary Sewer System) in Rochester, Minnesota
Equipment Operator (Sanitary Sewer System)
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Equipment Operator (Sanitary Sewer System)
Salary
$27.37 - $35.51 Hourly
Location
Rochester MN 55906, MN
Job Type
Regular FT
Job Number
20240068
Department
Public Works
Opening Date
04/05/2024
Description
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
The City of Rochester welcomes applications for:
Equipment Operator
Sanitary Sewer System
This position is second shift (3pm to 11pm)
Nature of Work
The Equipment Operator (Sanitary Sewer System) is an entry-level skilled position that operates complex pieces of equipment to complete a wide range of maintenance activities on City infrastructure. Typical job duties may include, but are not limited to: inspecting, cleaning, maintaining, and reconstructing City sanitary and storm sewers; performing quality control related tasks such as generating and maintaining accurate documentation; performing snow and ice control during winter months (must be available for call-in during off hours in the case of inclement weather); performing safety operations; and completing other duties as assigned.
Types of equipment that Equipment Operator (Sanitary Sewer System) are required to operate include, but are not limited to: sewer jetting systems, sewer jet-vac trucks, CCTV inspection crawlers, mechanical sewer rodders, forklifts, ATVs, graders, rollers, wheel loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, jackhammers, air compressors, pavers, sweepers, various hand tools, and other related equipment.
Review of applications will begin on April 22, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
2024 starting wage:
$27.37-$35.51 per hour based on experience; OR
$29.39-$37.56 per hour with valid MPCA Collections System Operator's License Class S-D
A $2.00 shift differential will be added to the hourly wage with this being 2nd shift.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment.
*Perform sanitary and storm sewer maintenance
Construct, repair, and replace sewer lines, manholes, catch basins, and other sewer infrastructure
Perform regular inspections on pipes, manholes, catch basins, culverts, siphons, and other sewer infrastructure
Respond to reports of backups and flooding; investigate for cause, clear blockages, and generate record documents
Clear trees and other obstructions from sanitary sewer easements
Clear roots, leaves, ice, and other debris from sewer pipes, manholes, and catch basins
*Conduct technical inspection and analysis of sewer system
Operate CCTV inspection equipment to rate, evaluate, and record defects found within the sewer systems per the NASSCO PACP and MACP standards
Work with teammates and supervisors to recommend preventative and corrective maintenance based on observations
Install, calibrate, and monitor flow metering equipment
Identify sources of inflow and infiltration to the sanitary sewer with smoke and dye testing as well as visual inspection
Maintain detailed and accurate records of all maintenance, repair, and inspection activities
*Perform snow and ice control
Operate equipment to plow and sand streets and sidewalks
Remove snow in the Central Business District as needed (this is generally completed during overnight hours to cause the least disruption to the public)
Be available for call-in during off hours in the case of inclement weather events
*Perform safety operations
Put up proper barricades and warning signs in accordance with proper safety requirements
Check and maintain assigned equipment in accordance with proper safety requirements
Direct traffic as required
Perform confined space entry as either entrant or attendant while adhering to safety requirements
Perform open trench construction work while adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines
Report all unsafe conditions to supervisor
Miscellaneous duties and responsibilities
Collaborate with supervisor on infrastructure maintenance needs
Assist with carpentry work
Wash and clean equipment
Perform preventative maintenance and/or minor repair to City equipment; e.g. grease, oil, etc.
Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.
- ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years full-time equivalent employment experience in operation, maintenance, or construction of sanitary or storm sewer systems
Licenses and Certifications
Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL); a Class A driver's license with a tanker endorsement is required within 1 year of hire
Valid MPCA Collections System Operator's License Class S-D required within one year of hire
NASSCO PACP and MACP training required within three years of hire
Desirable Qualifications
Two (2) years of experience with the inspection and evaluation of sanitary and/or storm sewer systems.
MPCA Waste Water Operator Class S-C or higher
NASSCO PACP and MACP certification
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
*THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY THE CITY'S RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM
Employees in this position are required to use respiratory equipment and the City of Rochester will conform to all State and Federal requirements in administering this program.
*THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY THE CITY'S HEARING CONSERVATION PROGRAM
Employees in this position are required to use hearing protection and the City of Rochester will conform to all State and Federal requirements in administering this program.
*THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY THE CITY OF ROCHESTER DRUG TESTING POLICY
The drug and alcohol testing policies and procedures of the City of Rochester will conform to all State and Federal requirements, including Minnesota Statutes 181.950 through 181.957; the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988; and/or the US Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
*Pre-employment and/or periodic testing may be required.
THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY PUBLIC WORKS' RESPONSE TIME REQUIREMENT
Public Works employees currently in the position or individuals hired for this position must reside within an area which will allow them to report for work within thirty (30) minutes from the time notified. Those who do not currently meet this requirement shall be allowed no more that twelve (12) months after the date that they were hired to fill the position to meet this requirement. Promotions to positions may be withheld from employees who residence would prevent them from meeting the thirty (30) minutes response time.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of: occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in the operation of assigned equipment; capabilities of the equipment operated including the adaptations and specialized uses to which equipment can be put in meeting emergency or other unusual conditions; proper techniques and procedures for operating a jetter, jet-vac, blade, sweeper, and other related equipment; traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations involved in equipment operation; and practices, methods, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of equipment.
Skill in: the care and use of tools; the operation of power equipment, sewer maintenance equipment, and construction equipment; operation of CCTV inspection software (Granite Net or equivalent); operation of asset management software (Elements XS or equivalent); use of standard Microsoft office programs Word, Excel, and Outlook; use of GIS software (ArcMap or equivalent).
Ability to: perform a variety of maintenance, repair, cleaning, inspection, and construction assignments; follow oral and written instructions; operate power operated and motorized equipment; operate piping tools and a variety of hand and power tools; operate a motor vehicles in all weather conditions; and direct or coordinate the work activities of others.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:
Frequent demands: standing; walking; lifting; carrying; pushing/pulling; balancing; stooping; kneeling; crouching; crawling; twisting; bending; foot controls; fine dexterity; and simultaneous use of the hand, wrist and fingers.
Occasional demands: sitting; reaching; handling; and climbing.
Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, and touch.
Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Noise (need to shout in order to be heard)
Vibration (exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities of whole body)
Exposure to wastewater/dust/gas/fumes/steam/chemicals
Potential exposure to infectious diseases
Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)
Walk on uneven ground (gravel, rocks, mounds, construction sites)
Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors, mowers)
Work in permit-required confined spaces (manholes, vaults, catch basins, etc.)
Protective equipment required (respirator, mask, earplugs, gloves, eyewear, etc.)
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT AND RETIREMENT SUMMARY (https://www.rochestermn.gov/home/showdocument?id=36367&t=637988531694369667)
01
The following supplemental information may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided in your application and resume. You must be honest and accurate in answering the supplemental questions and do not type "see resume". You may also be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview for this position. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate. Any information provided may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. Do you understand and agree with this statement?
Yes
No
02
What is your preferred name?
03
Which of the following best describes your level of education?
High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
Less than 2 years post-secondary training
Completion of a 2 year program or degree
Completion of a 4 year program or degree or higher
None of the above
04
Which of the following best describes your years of full-time equivalent employment experience operating and maintaining heavy construction equipment weighing over five tons?
No experience
Less than 2 years
More than 2 years, but less than 3
More than 3 years, but less than 4
More than 4 years, but less than 5
More than 5 years, but less than 7
More than 7 years, but less than 10
10 or more years
05
Did your employment experience operating and maintaining heavy construction equipment weighing over five tons include any of the following? (Select all that apply)
Front-end loader with plow and wing attachment
Excavators
Bulldozer
Motor Grader
Low boy
Tandem axle dump truck with at least a 5 cubic yard box and a plow/wing attachment
Oil distributor
Flusher truck
Paver
Roller
Wheel loader
Other heavy construction equipment weighing over five tons (List below)
N/A - I do not have any employment experience operating heavy construction equipment weighing over five tons
06
Which of the following best describes your total years of full-time employment experience in the operation or maintenance of sanitary or storm sewer pipes, manholes, and catch basins?
No experience
Less than 1 year
More than 1 year, but less than 2
More than 2 years, but less than 3
More than 3 years, but less than 4
More than 4 years, but less than 5
More than 5 years, but less than 7
More than 7 years, but less than 10
10 or more years
07
Which of the following best describes the employment setting where you obtained a majority of your years of employment experience in the operation, or maintenance of sanitary or storm sewer pipes, manholes, and catch basins?
N/A - I do not have any employment experience in this area
Self-employed contractor / operator
A small construction company
A small city or municipality
A medium-sized construction company
A medium-sized city or county
a large construction company
A large city or county
A state transportation department
Other: Describe below
08
Which of the following best describes your experience with underground utility installation (water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer)?
N/A - I have no experience in this area
Limited - I am familiar with the process but do not possess any experience in this area
Moderate - I have some experience with water and/or sewer installation related to residential construction or have been indirectly involved with installing underground utilities
Extensive - I have been on a crew where I operated the equipment used to install underground utilities such as water, sanitary sewer, or storm sewers
09
Which of the following best describes your years of full-time experience installing underground utilities such as water, sanitary sewer, or storm sewers?
No experience
Less than 1 year
More than 1 year, but less than 2
More than 2 year, but less than 3
More than 3 years, but less than 5
More than 5 years, but less than 7
More than 7 years, but less than 10
More than 10 years
10
Which of the following best describes your snow removal experience?
N/A - No experience
Limited - I have used a snowblower on my driveway at home
Moderate - I have experience plowing snow off of private property (parking lots and driveways) with a pick-up truck, tractor or skid-steer
Extensive - I have employment experience plowing snow off of public streets and roads, with a dump truck which requires a CDL to operate
11
Which of the following best describes your years of fulltime experience with snow removal?
No experience
Less than 1 year
More than 1 year, but less than 3
More than 3 years, but less than 5
More than 5 years, but less than 7
More than 7 years, but less than 10
More than 10 years
12
Which of the following best describes the level or class of the driver's license that you currently possess?
N/A - I do not currently possess a valid driver's license
Class A: Any combination of vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GWVR) of 26,001 or more pounds, provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds
Class B: Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing a vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds GVWR
Class C: Any single vehicle, or combination of vehicles, that does not meet the definition of Class A or Class B, but is either designed to transport 16 or more passengers, including the driver, or is placarded for hazardous materials
Class D: passenger car or truck
13
If you have a commercial driver's license (CDL), please indicate which endorsements, if any, that you currently possess. (Select all that apply)
N/A - I do not have a CDL
I have a CDL, but I do not have any of these endorsements
T - Double/Triple Trailers
P - Passenger
N - Tank Vehicle
H - Hazardous Materials
X - Combination of Tank Vehicle and Hazardous Materials
14
If you do have a commercial driver's license (CDL), are you permitted to drive commercial vehicles equipped with air brakes?
N/A - I do not possess a CDL
Yes
No
15
Which of the following best describes the level or class of Wastewater Collection System Operator license that you currently possess?
Class SD
Class SC
Class SB
Class SA
N/A- I do not currently possess this license
16
Do you currently possess any of the following certifications? (Select all apply)
NASSCO - Pipeline Assessment Certification Program (PACP)
NASSCO – Manhole Assessment Certification Program (MACP)
N/A- I do not possess these certifications
17
I understand that if I am offered this position, I consent to being tested for drugs and/or alcohol as a condition of employment. If the test result is positive, or if I refuse to submit to a pre-employment test, the job offer will be withdrawn.
Yes
No
18
The goal of infrastructure maintenance team is to improve the quality of infrastructure in the City of Rochester by working in a thorough, safe, and respectful manner to deliver a high quality work product each day. In 150 words or less, describe how you would add value to our team.
19
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Describe any other special training you've completed or skills and experience you currently possess that you feel would make you the best-qualified person for this position.
20
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: If selected as a finalist, are you willing to undergo a background investigation which may include, but not limited to: verification of employment and educational records, identification verification, driver's license record and a criminal history?
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
City of Rochester
Address
201 4th Street SE Rochester, Minnesota, 55904
Phone
(507) 328-2555
Website
https://www.rochestermn.gov/employment
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