Utility Worker - Wastewater Collections

Job Description

Job Description

ANNOUNCEMENT OF INTERNAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYUtility Worker - Wastewater CollectionsPublic Works DepartmentHiring Range: $22.34 to $27.93 Per Hour FLSA Status: Non-ExemptPay Grade: 106Full Pay Range: $22.34 to $33.51 Per Hour Deadline to Apply: 08/10/2026Benefits Summary:Major Benefits for Full-Time Regular Employees:A diverse range of complimentary mental health and wellness services is available, including an Employee Assistance Program, a free subscription to Calm, and health coachingPaid time off up to 25 days in first year of employment10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per yearFree employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurancePension and long-term disability through Arizona State Retirement System, click here for more detailsSupplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurancePosition Summary:The City of Prescott Department of Public Works is seeking an experienced, knowledgeable, and collaborative professional for the City's Wastewater Collections, in the position of Utility Worker. Under general supervision of the Wastewater Collection Supervisor(s), the ideal candidate will join a team of professionals performing Wastewater Collection daily operations & maintenance tasks. The successful candidate will possess excellent physical and technical skills to support team goals and objectives. Essential Duties:Inspect, maintain and repair the sanitary sewer collection system to ensure safe and efficient operation; inspect sewer lines, manholes, and lift stations.Operate a variety of complex sewer line cleaning equipment, including hydro-cleaners and other related equipment to remove debris from sewer lines and wet wells.Utilize hand tools, jack hammers, whackers, digging bars, shovels and other related tools or equipment as required.Inspect sewer line cleaning equipment, power tools, hand tools, vehicles, and other large equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.Perform confined space entries; provide quality customer service to address citizen complaints or problems, provide requested information, and/or take the appropriate measure to ensure an expedient resolution of citizen satisfaction.Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.Perform other duties as required or assigned.Qualifications:Education and/or Experience:High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience comparable to one-year full time journey level construction, maintenance, or equipment operation; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Licensing, Certification, and Other Requirements: Must possess a valid Arizona Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement or must obtain within six (6) months of hire date. Must possess an Arizona Grade I Wastewater Collection System Operator certification or obtain within one (1) year of hire. Employee Core BeliefsCity of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are: Acting with Integrity, Working as a Team, Being Accountable, Practicing Innovative Problem Solving, Take Pride in Excellent Results, Focusing on Our Community and Being Nice.Knowledge, Skill and Abilities: Knowledge of sanitary sewer operation & maintenance principles Knowledge of sewer construction practices and techniques Knowledge of safe and proper handling procedures for use of tools and equipmentKnowledge of safe operation and maintenance of equipmentKnowledge of use of computersKnowledge of record keeping values, safety principals, regulations and safe work practicesKnowledge of personal protective equipmentKnowledge of environmental conditions including sewage, potentially infectious wastes, methane, hydrogen sulfide, and other possible toxic gases and substancesSkills to provide excellent customer service through positive and professional communicationSkills to resolve customer inquiries, requests and complaintsSkills to build and maintain effective working relationships within a teamSkills to communicate effectively and efficientlySkills to demonstrate a high level of initiative, effort, and commitmentSkills to exercise sound judgment and effective problem solvingSkills to safely operate and maintain tools and equipment of tradeSkills to recognize hazards of work and follow safe work practicesSkills to collect and organize facts and data both orally and in writingSkills to understand and follow verbal and written instructionsSkills to accurately record field data manually and by using computer programsSkills to follow policies and procedures to ensure tasks and equipment are operated safelySkills to demonstrate a positive attitudeAbility to perform emergency standby duty on a rotational basisAbility to work overtime as needed, including nights, holidays, and weekendsAbility to work in extreme weather conditionsAbility to work in confined spaces; work in high traffic areasPhysical Demands and Working Conditions:Sufficient to effectively perform required duties and to safely operate required equipment and city vehicles as neededMust be able to see clearly, with correction if necessary, during both day and night, and in potentially adverse weather conditionsMust possess ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time and capable of lifting 51 pounds frequently without assistance and a maximum of 100 pounds with assistance. Sufficient to communicate in person clearly, concisely, and effectively, over the radio and by telephoneSuccessful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:Drug screeningMotor vehicle records checkCriminal background screening City of Prescott Contact Information201 N. Montezuma Street, Suite 207Prescott, AZ 86301Email: View email address on ziprecruiter.com: View phone number on ziprecruiter.com / Fax: 928-777-1213When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the selection process. In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.