Description
Wastewater Maintenance Worker I: $4,542.09 - $,5,520.92 Month
Wastewater Maintenance Worker II: $5,013.61 -$6,094.07 Month
Applicants appearing best qualified based upon a review of the application and responses to supplemental questions will be invited to participate in the testing process.
The City of El Segundo, incorporated in 1917, is a unique, quaint city by the sea. Home to approximately 17,000 residents and over 75,000 private sector employees of major aeronautical, sports, media, industrial and multiple Fortune 500 companies including Mattel, Chevron and most recently, the Los Angeles Times and Beyond Meat. Further, El Segundo has become the headquarters for major sports franchises, including the LA Lakers and LA Kings. As the economy broadens, El Segundo is becoming home to a variety of high tech and “creative economy” start-up companies. This is reflected in the City motto "Where Big Ideas Take Off!"
Wastewater Maintenance Worker I:
Under direct supervision, performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in the installation, construction, maintenance and repair of the City's wastewater and storm drain systems.
Wastewater Maintenance Worker II:
Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the installation, construction, maintenance and repair of the City's wastewater and storm drain systems.
Essential Job Functions
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.
Wastewater Maintenance Worker I:
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
Participates in inspecting and assists in performing preventive maintenance and repair of the wastewater and storm drain system including sewer mains and lines, sewer and storm drain lift stations, pumps, motors, wet wells, manhole structures and related equipment; operates City equipment, tools and vehicles used in the maintenance of these systems.
Assists in the installation of new sewer lines, storm drains and sewer tap-ins; participates in construction of sewer systems; maintains collection systems and manholes; performs pipe fitting and valve repair work; cuts and replaces concrete and/or asphalt; operates construction equipment and assists in digging and backfilling trenches.
As a crew member, responds to emergency calls for assistance from the public or other agencies; takes appropriate public safety measures and initiates corrective action.
Wastewater Maintenance Worker II:
Assists the wastewater lead worker in the training and daily work of less experienced wastewater maintenance workers.
Inspects, installs, maintains, services and repairs all aspects of the wastewater system including sewer mains and lines, sewer and storm drain lift stations, pumps, tanks, motors, wet wells, manhole structures and other related equipment; cleans sewer mains and storm drain systems; performs preventative maintenance on pumps, pump motors and equipment; evaluates pumping operations and makes adjustments as necessary; performs maintenance and repairs on pump buildings and facilities; operates City equipment, tools and vehicles used in the maintenance of these systems.
Installs sewer lines and sewer tap-ins; participates in the construction of sewer systems; repairs collection systems and manholes; performs pipefitting and valve repair work; cuts and replaces concrete and/or asphalt; operates construction equipment; digs and backfills trenches.
Responds to emergency calls for assistance from the public or other agencies; takes appropriate public safety measures and initiates corrective action.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Other Characteristics:
Wastewater Maintenance Worker I:
Maintenance procedures for wastewater and storm drain systems.
General construction procedures.
- Operating principles of valves, motors and pumps.
- Equipment capabilities, limitations and safe operating characteristics.
- Traffic laws, ordinances and regulations relating to the operation of assigned equipment.
- OSHA safety standards related to all aspects of assigned tasks.
- City geography and the layout of the wastewater and storm drain systems.
- Performing semi-skilled and skilled construction and maintenance tasks.
- Installation, repair and maintenance of selected aspects of the wastewater systems.
- Efficient and safe operation of power tools, equipment and vehicles.
- Reading blueprints.
- Reading meters, gauges and charts.
- Responding to public works emergencies.
- Following written and oral instructions.
- Utilizing public relations techniques in responding to inquiries and complaints.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, other City employees and the public.
Wastewater Maintenance Worker II:
- Maintenance procedures for wastewater systems and storm drain systems Knowledge of general construction procedures.
- Operating principles of valves, motors and pumps.
- Equipment capabilities, limitations and safe operating characteristics.
- Traffic laws, ordinances and regulations relating to the operation of assigned equipment.
- OSHA safety standards related to all aspects of assigned tasks.
- Methods of collection and preserving domestic water samples.
- City geography and the layout of wastewater and storm drain systems.
- Installation, repair and maintenance of all aspects of wastewater and storm drain systems.
- Efficient and safe operation of power tools, equipment and vehicles.
- Reading blueprints.
- Reading meters, pump gauges and charts.
- Responding to public works emergencies.
- Following written and oral instructions.
- Utilizing public relations techniques in responding to inquiries and complaints.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, other City employees and the public.
Minimum Qualifications:
Wastewater Maintenance Worker I:
Education: Graduation from high school or GED including coursework in mechanics, building construction and/or maintenance work, or related trades; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licensing/Certification Requirements:
A valid California driver's license at a level appropriate to the equipment operated.
The ability to acquire a valid Class B California driver's license within one year of appointment.
CWEA Grade I Certification in Wastewater Collection Systems Maintenance within one year of appointment.
Wastewater Maintenance Worker II:
Education: Graduation from high school or GED and two (2) years experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of water/ wastewater systems and/or similar construction, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licensing/Certification Requirements:
A valid Class B California Driver's License.
CWEA Grade I Certification in Wastewater Collection Systems Maintenance.
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:
Regularly exposed to vehicular traffic.
Regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 100 pounds.
Regularly exposed to sounds and smells associated with wastewater and storm drain systems.
Occasionally works in confined spaces, in close proximity to electrical, noise and mechanical hazards.
The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.
