LEAD WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM TECHNICIAN

Job Description:

LEAD WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM TECHNICIAN

Description

The Position

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of Lead Wastewater Collection System Technician to fill one (1) vacancy in the Sewer Division of the Public Works Department.The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

The City of Riverside Public Works Department operates and maintains 820 miles of gravity main sewers, 414 miles of city-owned sewer laterals, approximately 16,000 manholes, and 20 wastewater pump stations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) video equipment performing and overseeing sewer video inspection and categorizing pipeline, lateral, and manhole condition and defects using NASSCO standards. Possession of a current National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) video inspection certificate is preferred.

The Lead Wastewater Collection System Technician performs, leads, and provides direction for a variety of skilled and professional tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of sanitary sewers and storm drains.

Work Performed

Typical duties may include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

• Oversee, lead, monitor, and direct the skilled maintenance, construction, and repair work for the wastewater collection and related systems; adhere to safety and occupational hazard regulations and provide professional maintenance work; lead crews and provide oversight.
• Direct, oversee, and participate in locating, excavating, maintaining, and repairing sewer lines; identify problems, provide lead level resolution, and ensures all issues and concerns are addressed.
• Operate a variety of heavy equipment including hydro jet, and vacuum trucks, and various heavy equipment related to preventative maintenance and emergency care and cleaning of sewer lines and collection systems.
• Oversee and participate in the condition assessment, flushing and cleaning of the sewer and storm drain system. NASSCO PACP/LACP/MACP Certification is required if assigned to oversee and/or perform CCTV Operator duties.
• Lead and support a small crew in the inspection of sewers, sanitary lines, manhole repairs and maintenance and other wastewater equipment.
• Perform, lead, direct, and oversee skilled and technical maintenance work in the repair, fabrication, and installation of wastewater and sanitary lines; report hazardous conditions and ensure the timely handling of dangerous conditions.
• Perform, lead, and direct the frontline interaction with wastewater customers and the inspection, cleaning, repair, of city-owned sewer laterals and deliver high quality customer service.
• Assist in storm control activities such as placing of sandbags and barricades and picking up of litter or debris.
• Prepare and complete required reports and documents; estimate quantities of material and type required for various jobs and sites; review and process work orders.
• Respond to and handle emergencies as directed by Public Safety and public or community inquiries; contact residents and businesses to gain permission to remove debris, make repairs, or provide service; sets safety barricades and other flags to ensure safety.
• Offer and provide training, leadership, direction, and oversight for other lower-level staff and volunteers assisting with wastewater collection systems maintenance and care.
• Respond to emergency calls within specified time when participating in the emergency standby program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Recruitment Guidelines:

Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).

Experience: Three (3) years of experience performing tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of sanitary sewers and storm drains or as a Wastewater Collection System Technician II

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of an appropriate, valid Class B California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Some assignments may additionally require the possession of a class A license.
  
• Possession of a Grade III Collection System Certification issued by the California Water Environment Association or a Grade II Collection System Certification issued by the California Water Environment Association and the ability to obtain a Grade III Certification issued by the California Water Environment Association within three test cycles.
  

Necessary Special Requirement
Must be able to respond to emergency calls within specified time when participating in the emergency standby program.

Highly Desirable Qualifications:

• A minimum of five (5) years of full-time experience working with Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) video equipment to inspect sewer main lines and laterals including, but not limited to equipment operation, software use, and camera and transporter maintenance and troubleshooting
• Current National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) PACP, LACP, and MACP certification
• Extensive experience performing and overseeing sewer video inspection and categorizing pipeline, lateral, and manhole condition and defects using NASSCO standards
• Customer service skills

Selection Process

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire
3) Current Collection System Certification issued by the California Water Environment Association (please attach a copy to the online application).

PLEASE NOTE: FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:
An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.
All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.

Service Employees International Union (SEIU) - General Unit

The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows:

• Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3-year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
• Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost and is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
• Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,537 per month for HMO plans (family coverage).
• Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $45 per month.
• Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.
• Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance equal to $100,000. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employees and eligible dependents (up to $300k).
• Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $25 a month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check. Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional.
• Leave Benefits - Includes vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits. Please refer to the SEIU MOU for specific details.
• Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.
• State Disability Insurance - Automatic coverage administered by the Employee Development Department (EDD) of the State of California
• Vacation Accrual - 0-4 yrs. = 80hrs, 5-9 yrs. = 120hrs, 10+ yrs. = 160 hrs.

• For other special compensation, refer to the SEIU MOU .

For additional benefits information, please visit the following website: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/about-1

For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status.

Closing Date/Time: 5/1/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$72,240.00 - $92,112.00 Annually