Job Title: Wastewater Collection System Operator Trainee
Department: Wastewater
Salary: $37,890
Full-Time – w/Benefits
Reports To: Department Supervisor FLSA Classification: Full Time, Non-Exempt
Date Revised: March 25, 2025 Department: Utilities Division / Wastewater Collections
Position Summary
The Utilities Wastewater Collections Operator Trainee is responsible for installing, testing, maintaining and repairing the sewer collection system components, and to perform related technical work as required. This position works according to set procedures under close supervision.
Position Responsibilities- Essential Job Functions
Carries out daily assignments involving the installation, maintenance and repair of sewer system components.
Installs sewer taps, lines, and manholes.
Maintains sewer lines.
Assists in installing, maintaining, repairing and/or replacing pumps, valves, motors and other equipment located in lift
stations and other points within the wastewater collection system.
Operates a wide variety of heavy and light construction / specialized equipment to perform such duties as digging,
carrying heavy objects, backfilling ditches, grading, clearing, probing for utility lines, tamping ditches, bolting valves and
fittings together, etc.
Inspects contractor work to ensure compliance with City of Anderson specifications.
Inspects and assists in the repair of wastewater pump stations and force mains.
Repairs properties after work is completed.
Uses various technologies including tablets, phones, and computers to complete tasks.
Cleans and maintains assigned vehicles and equipment.
Performs all work in compliance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and standards of quality and
safety.
Receives and responds to inquiries, complaints and requests for assistance from customers, contractors and the general
public in areas of responsibility.
Prepares and submits detailed work records and reports.
Attends training, meetings, etc., as required to enhance job knowledge and skills.
Position Responsibilities- Additional Job Functions
Clears and mows city properties, rights-of-way and easements.
Works on-call schedule on a rotating basis.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Essential Skills and Experience
Requires high school diploma, GED or specialized vocational training.
Must possess a valid state driver’s license; must be able to obtain a CDL license with 1 year of hire.
Requires the ability to progress through Wastewater Collection Certifications.
Requires copying, transcribing, entering or posting data or information.
Requires speaking or signaling to people to convey or exchange information of a general nature.
Participates as a crew member in the construction/ installation of manholes and sewer lines.
Assists in making sewer taps
Locates and uncovers manholes
Assist in inspecting sewer mains, manholes, sewer taps, service lines for maintenance needs.
Assist with the operation of closed-circuit television equipment to inspect sewer lines.
Assist with general maintenance work, including cleaning out manholes and sewer lines, assisting with manhole and service line repairs, locating sewer leaks, clearing vegetation and debris from right-of-ways, digging and backfilling ditches, etc.
Loads maintenance and construction materials onto/off trucks.
Maintains accurate and complete records.
Operates vehicles and heavy equipment such as a TV truck, skid steer, backhoe, front end loader, bush hog, tractor, dump truck, trailers; operates gas monitors, vacuum equipment, air compressor, pumps, generators, general hand and power tools.
Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment.
Works on call on a rotating basis as schedule.
Requires performing semi-routine work following procedures with occasional problems.
Requires using addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, and/or calculating ratios, rates and percentages.
Requires doing clerical, manual or technical tasks prescribed by standard practices but which may require computation, the use of several procedures, and the use of independent judgments with obvious choices.
Requires normal attention for accurate results.
Requires instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance.
Requires medium-to-heavy work that involves walking, standing, climbing, stooping, crouching, bending, reaching, lifting, digging, pushing or raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
Risk exposure to bright / dim light, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, dust and pollen, animals / wildlife, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock.
Visual acuity and field of vision, hearing and speaking abilities, depth perception, color perception.
Responsible for guiding others, requiring a few decisions affecting a few co-workers
Works in a stable environment with clear and uncomplicated written/oral instructions but with some variations from the routine.
Requires regular and sustained attendance.
Beneficial Skills and Experience
First Aid / CPR certification
Trenching and shoring certification
Confined space entry certification
Safety Compliance
To ensure the greatest possible protection for employees in the workplace, The City of Anderson requires cooperative efforts of all employees with help in establishing and maintaining a safe and healthful work environment.
The City of Anderson requires that PPE be used by employees whenever workplace hazards are discovered that could damage any part of the body. In addition, The City of Anderson requires all employees to wear PPE, such as but not limited to, safety glasses, face shields, safety shoes, hearing protection (ear plugs/ear muffs), gloves, etc. as required by their job duties. PPE is to be used as a tool to eliminate and/or reduce the hazards employees face in their daily job duties.
NOTE: PPE is not to be used and will not be used as a substitute for safe work practices, machine guards, or other controls designed by equipment manufacturers or other engineering sources. PPE is to be used in conjunction with these controls to increase employee protection.
ADA Compliance
The City of Anderson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
Mental & Physical Demands- ADA Guidelines
Physical Demands
Stand
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
Walk
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
Sit
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
Handling
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
Reach Outward
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
Reach Above Shoulder
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
Climb
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
Crawl
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
Squat or Kneel
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
Bend
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
Lifting Requirements
10 pounds or less
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
11 to 20 pounds
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
21 to 50 pounds
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
51 to 100 pounds
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
> than 100 pounds
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
Pushing and Pulling Requirements
12 pounds or less
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
13 to 25 pounds
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
26 to 40 pounds
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
41 to 100 pounds
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
> than 100 pounds
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
N/A
Definitions
N/A
Not Applicable
Activity is not applicable to this occupation
O
Occasionally
Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5+ hrs/day)
F
Frequently
Occupation requires this activity from 33% – 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5+ hrs/day)
C
Constantly
Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent an expressed or implied contract of employment nor does it alter your at-will employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.
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