Wastewater Collections Systems Technician I/II (20789310) 26-55

Wastewater Collections Systems Technician I/II Wastewater Collections Systems Technician I/II (20789310) The City of Lincoln is located at the edge of Northern California’s foothills, 27 miles northeast of California’s State Capital, Sacramento. With a population of 54,538 Lincoln was one of the fastest growing cities in the country from 2000 to 2007, yet has managed to maintain the small town charm that has made it such a desired location to live, work and play. Lincoln sprang up as a railroad terminal in the 1800’s as the western United States realized massive growth. Today Lincoln continues its agricultural heritage and is also known for its production of clay, lumber and building materials. The world-renowned Gladding McBean & Company, located in downtown Lincoln, is the only remaining major manufacturer of decorative architectural terra cotta in the United States. The plant also produces clay sewer pipe and is one of Lincoln’s major employers. Other top employers in the area include Sierra Pacific Industries, Rogers Coffee, RobbJack and Western Placer Unified School District. Lincoln still retains its small town atmosphere with tree lined streets, quaint shopping and dining and a town square filled with community events throughout the year and has the lowest crime rate in the county. Annual festivities that help contribute to Lincoln’s small town charm and appeal include events such as Farmer’s Market during the summer, a traditional Fourth of July Parade and celebration, the Tour de Lincoln Bike Ride, a Classic Car Show, Lincoln Showcase a Food and Wine Tasting Event and a Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony each December. Lincoln values its small town atmosphere, yet encourages careful, well-planned growth. Residents and city officials alike share a positive, forward-looking attitude toward expansion for their city with a common goal to foster a progressive business climate while maintaining a desirable balance of employment, housing, commercial, retail and recreational opportunities. A new General Plan was completed in 2008, providing a blueprint for the community and the future growth of Lincoln. As it continues with its future development, Lincoln insists that new growth is well planned. The City’s goal is to maintain its small town atmosphere while bringing to Lincoln a more balanced jobs to housing ratio and an associated diversified and healthy revenue stream. A City of Opportunity Our Mission Statement: To provide the highest level of service responsive to our community's expectations and to enhance the quality of life and economic vitality. The City of Lincoln is hiring a Wastewater Collections System Technician I/II in the Public Works Department. Wastewater Collections System Technician I: $4,843.09-$6,490.20 Wastewater Collections System Technician II:$5,496.63-$7,366.01

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation and maintenance of the City’s sanitary sewer, pumping and collection system; assists in the training and technical supervision of lower level positions if assigned; performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Wastewater Collections System Technician I The Wastewater Collections System Technician I is the entry level class in the Wastewater Collections System Technician series that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities. Initially, under immediate supervision, incumbents perform duties of a more routine nature and learn City policies and specific methods and techniques of operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater, collection and pump system. This class is alternately staffed with Wastewater Collections System Technician II and incumbents may advance to the higher-level after gaining experience, obtaining required certifications and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher-level class. Wastewater Collections System Technician II The Wastewater Collections System Technician II is the journey level class responsible for performing the full scope of assigned duties. Incumbents perform the full array of skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation of the City’s wastewater, collection and pump system to ensure compliance with federal and state standards. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction and are expected to work in an independent manner. This class is distinguished from the next higher class of Senior Wastewater Collections System Technician in that the latter is responsible for crew supervision of the City's wastewater collection system and scheduling.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED

Wastewater Collections System Technician I Receives immediate supervision from a Senior Wastewater Collections Technician, Utilities Maintenance Supervisor, or designee. May receive functional and technical supervision from a Wastewater Collections System Technician II. Incumbents in this classification do not exercise supervision. Wastewater Collections System Technician II Receives general supervision from a Senior Wastewater Collections Technician or the Utilities Maintenance Supervisor. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (include but are not limited to the following) Performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater pumping and collection systems; operates and checks equipment, pumps and valves to assure that demands are met; repairs system equipment and related systems as required; locates and repairs service connections. Maintains the collection system and operates system cleaning equipment; flushing truck and mechanical rodding equipment. Performs permitted and non-permitted confined space work. Performs inspection of controls and system tools and equipment for safety and mechanical defects; performs back water testing; provides and insures that maintenance is conducted within safety standards established by federal, state and local laws, ordinance and regulations; maintains accurate records and logs including flow records; completes periodic reports as required by regulatory agencies. Responds to emergency telephone calls and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) alarms and participates in weekly after-hours call-out rotations. Performs CCTV inspections, reviews inspection video and generates reports for needed repairs. Utilizes smoke testing equipment and flow metering equipment to conduct infiltration and inflow surveys. Repairs, retrofits and installs cleanouts and service laterals; troubleshoots and corrects a variety of electrical and mechanical problems involving pumping and measuring equipment; performs regular preventative maintenance on system equipment. Utilizes SCADA software system to monitor, operate and service sewer lift stations. Orders parts, supplies and equipment; properly stores and maintains materials and supplies; maintains appropriate inventories to ensure adequate reserves and spare parts; maintains pump sites, properties and equipment in a clean and orderly manner; maintains equipment, structures, pipelines, and storage tanks; performs ground maintenance at facility sites. Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; may serve in a leadership capacity in the training and technical supervision of assigned personnel; monitors the status of flows and equipment with SCADA, using technical information such as force main pressure, wet well elevation, water elevation in the flow controlstructure, electrical system voltages, and computer system outputs; responds to afterhours call-outs as assigned. Responds to questions and concerns from the general public regarding service issues; provides information as is appropriate and resolves complaints; investigates complaints or claims against the City. Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public. Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required. Additionally, the incumbent may use disinfecting and lubricating chemicals, which may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and construction equipment, and work in confined spaces.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

(The following are a representative sample of the KSAs necessary to perform essential duties of the position.) Knowledge of: Modern principles, practices, methods and materials used in the operation, maintenance and treatment of wastewater facilities; operational characteristics of facility equipment, including pumps, electric motors, piping, wells, valves and tanks; characteristics and problems involved withbackflow prevention and cross-connection control programs; principles and practices of bacteriological sampling techniques and mathematical analysis; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; operating characteristics and safety requirements for operation of heavy and light equipment; proper lifting procedures; methods and techniques for recordkeeping; basic principles of mathematics; occupational hazards and standard safety procedures. Skill to: Operate a computer and a variety of word processing and related software applications; safely and effectively operate a variety of maintenance and testing equipment used in the operation of wastewater systems. Operate City equipment and record findings; present reports and make condition assessments to management. Ability to: Perform maintenance, repair and installation of collection system infrastructure facilities and related equipment; implement inflow and infiltration programs, smoke testing, line flushing with hydro jet cleaner. Perform periodic preventative maintenance on system components; respond to issues and concerns from the community; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; operate a variety of construction equipment, vehicles, and power and hands tools; perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time; maintain a variety of records; work in extreme conditions and environment, including confined spaces; make adjustments to standard operating procedures as is appropriate; organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely; both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The process may include an in-basket exercise, individual interviews, panel interviews and/or other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. The candidate selected for the position will be required to complete a background check including reference checks, fingerprint check, medical exam, drug-screening and/or other related components. Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of five days in advance of the selection process exam by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or emailing View email address on click.appcast.io . The City of Lincoln is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.) Education and/or Experience: Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for a Wastewater Collections System Technician I/II. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of: Wastewater Collections System Technician I One year of experience in maintenance/construction of a municipal wastewater pumping and collection systems and a high school diploma, or equivalent. License/Certificate: Possession of a valid Class C California driver’s license, with the ability to obtain a valid Class B California driver’s license with air brake endorsement and a valid Collection Systems Technician Grade I certificate issued by the California Water Environmental Association (CWEA) within 12 months of hire. Wastewater Collections System Technician II Two years of experience in the maintenance and operation of a municipal wastewater pumping and collection system, and a high school diploma, or equivalent. License/Certificate: Possession of a valid Class B California driver’s license with airbrakes endorsement, and possession of a valid Collection Systems Technician Grade II issued by the California Water Environmental Association (CWEA). This position is in the Classified employee group. The probation period is 12 months. The City of Lincoln offers benefits that deliver value and provide options when planning for retirement. Below are the highlights of our employee benefits. For specific benefit information, view the employee group's MOU and benefit summary at the link below: PERS 2% at 60 for classic members and 2% at 62 for new members. Members pay employee portion plus 3% employer share. The City participates in Social Security and offers voluntary deferred compensation accounts.

HEALTH AND LIFE INSURANCE

Lincoln offers medical plans through CalPERS. The City pays the majority of the premiums and offers a cash benefit for waiving medical coverage. Dental premiums are paid by City for employee and dependents; the City pays vision premium for employee, any dependent premiums paid by employee. Voluntary medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts are available. Employer-sponsored life insurance benefit paid by City and optional voluntary life insurance, critical illness and accident plans available for employee purchase.

ANNUAL PAID LEAVES

Vacation accrues based on years of service and starts at 88hours. Sick leave accrues at 96 hours. The City offers 10 city-paid holidays and 16 hours of floating holiday; floating holiday has a cash out option if unused. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lincoln, CA