JOB
The
City of Antioch is currently accepting applications for the
Lead Collection Systems Worker position located within the Public Works Department. The sewer collection activity is primarily responsible for maintaining an estimated 310 miles of sanitary sewer system and 31,000 residential and commercial sewer lateral connections. This program also performs through contract, root foaming, manhole rehabilitation, infiltration control, spot repairs and cleaning of larger trunk lines. Employees in this activity provide a comprehensive program of televising, archiving and benchmarking the overall condition of the sewer system infrastructure. Information will be used to establish maintenance requirements, the need for repairs and development of Capital Improvement Projects. Personnel also assist in staffing an alternative work shift and 24-hour Stand-by system that responds to emergency after hour calls for service.
Under direction, leads, oversees, reviews, and participates in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for performing a variety of duties involved in the maintenance, operation, and repair of the City's wastewater collection system and lift stations; operates a variety of maintenance and construction equipment including a pressurized hydro cleaner and/or sewer vacuum truck; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. When assigned to NPDES, also plans, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of crews engaged in storm channel and storm drain maintenance activities, including construction, maintenance and repair; oversees contract work; participates in actual work performed and performs related work as assigned.
This is the advanced journey level class in the Collection Systems Worker series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series including providing lead supervision to assigned staff. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility. This class is distinguished from the Collection Systems Supervisor in that the Collection Systems Supervisor is the first-line supervisory level.
MONTHLY SALARY (DOQ/E) & BENEFIT INFORMATION-
Lead Collection Systems Worker - $6,530 - $7,937
Full Salary Schedule
Collective Bargaining Representation: Antioch Public Works Employee Association and
APWEA Tentative Agreement
Benefits:
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Benefits: Cafeteria Plan (City of Antioch pays 100% of Kaiser rate, up to family tier)
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Retirement: CalPERS Classic Members 2.7% @ 55, New PEPRA Members 2% @ 62
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457 Deferred Compensation Option
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Life Insurance
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
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Lead, plan, train, and review the work of staff responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties involved in the maintenance, operation, and repair of the City's wastewater collection system and lift stations, storm channel, detention basin, and storm drain construction, maintenance, and repairs; discuss work to be performed with supervisors; plan and implement crew assignments; assist maintenance staff in troubleshooting and performing the more complex maintenance and repair activities.
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Train assigned employees in their areas of work including collection systems maintenance methods, procedures, and techniques.
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Supervise the use, care, and operation of collection systems equipment including trucks, power tools, and equipment.
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Request and organize bids from vendors.
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Work within a budget; code invoices for payment; verify completed work and recommend payment.
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Verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques and compliance with applicable standards and specifications; ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
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Oversee and participate in marking and/or locating City utilities including water, collection, storm, and electrical lines; communicate with USA and outside utilities for routine and emergency evacuations.
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Oversee and participate in cleaning wastewater collection system, storm drains, culverts, and catch basins; operate hydrocleaner and/or sewer vacuum truck to flush system; open clogs in lines; clean manholes and lift stations; operate electrical snake to unplug mains and laterals.
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Oversee and participate in operating a variety of sewer cleaners, jet rodders, pressure washers, and TV inspection equipment in the inspection, maintenance, and construction of sewer lines and laterals.
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Oversee and participate in responding to sanitary sewer overflows; perform necessary maintenance in order to minimize severity of overflows.
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Respond to emergency calls as needed; locate problems and operate sewer cleaning equipment to clear stoppages.
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Oversee and participate in inspecting sewage and storm water lift and pump stations; remove debris; disassemble and clean pumps when necessary.
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Inspect, maintain, and operate a variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment including a backhoe, dump truck, and other related equipment; perform daily inspection of trucks and related equipment and perform minor maintenance as necessary.
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Oversee and participate in locating City sewer and storm drain assets; perform line locating and marking of collection systems throughout the City.
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Assist in inspection of new construction as necessary.
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Oversee and participate in retrofitting and replacing storm drain grates and install storm drain markers as necessary.
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Oversee and participate in the performance of a variety of general maintenance and clean up duties as necessary including weed abatement and flood and erosion control.
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Oversee and participate in the conduct of traffic control when working in high traffic areas of the City; install street barricades and cones prior to the performance of maintenance or repair activities; direct and control traffic around work sites.
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Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment including explaining collection maintenance procedures; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
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Oversee and participate in preparing, maintaining, and/or submitting a variety of written records and reports.
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Read maps and interpret plans, blue prints, specifications, and maintenance manuals.
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Perform after-hours emergency work and on-call duties as assigned.
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Estimate time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisitions materials as required.
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Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of Wastewater, N.P.D.E.S/Stormwater maintenance; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.
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Follow and comply with pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including laws and regulations relating to the City's Wastewater collection system, pesticide, and related hazardous materials management.
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Perform related duties as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION In accordance with applicable federal, state and local law, the City of Antioch provides equal opportunities for applicants and employees, regardless of race, gender expression, age, pregnancy, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental handicap, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, sex or any other protected class or status. The City of Antioch does not show partiality or grant any special status to any applicant, employee or group of employees unless otherwise required by law. The City of Antioch will recruit and hire only those individuals who demonstrate a commitment to service and who possess the traits and characteristics that reflect personal integrity and high ethical standards.
EEO/ADA: The City of Antioch is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at 925-779-7020 or
[email protected] prior to the final filing date.
