THE SALARY: Operator I: $2,734 - $3,323 ; Operator II:$3,093 - $3,760

THE POSITION: Under general supervision, performs maintenance, repair, construction, and installation work in wastewater Collection systems; inspects assigned areas and corrects and/or reports safety hazards. Performs skilled tasks in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the City’s wastewater system; installs, maintains, and cleans wastewater main lines; operates cleaning equipment, including vactors and jet trucks; videos wastewater mains and laterals; repairs and installs manholes and monitors toxic gasses in manholes and vaults using toxic gas detectors; performs lift station maintenance; locates and marks mains and laterals; conducts leak detection tests; assists in the update of the water/sewer atlas; cleans and maintains storm drains. Responds to wastewater customer complaints; cleans and disposes of sewage spills; performs sewer dye testing; repairs and installs manholes; maintains wastewater records and daily reports. Assists other Public Works maintenance units when required; performs traffic control; assists with water distribution maintenance and repair; operates trucks, vactors, jet trucks, backhoes, boom trucks, and other light and heavy duty maintenance and construction equipment as assigned; maintains and cleans assigned vehicles and equipment; operates a variety of hand and power tools; inspects tools and equipment for safety and mechanical defects; assists with City sponsored functions; works with a variety of outside contractors; responds to emergency call-outs as assigned. Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures, and work methods associated with assigned duties; may provide training to less experienced staff; responds to questions and concerns from the general public; provides customer services and information as is appropriate and resolves public service complaints. The purpose of this recruitment is to fill one vacancy and create an eligibility list for a one-year period. Positions may be filled at either level, depending on the needs of the City.

QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance. Example combinations include:

Education/Experience:
Operator I: One year of experience in wastewater systems, and a high school diploma or equivalent.
Operator II: In addition to the above, two years of experience in wastewater systems equivalent to that of a Wastewater Collection Systems Operator I with the City of Hemet, and a high school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: practices, techniques, and materials used in maintenance, construction, mechanics, and repair of wastewater collection systems; operational and maintenance characteristics of standard construction and maintenance tools and equipment; safety requirements for operation of vactors, jet trucks, and other equipment; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; methods and techniques for record keeping; occupational hazards and standard safety practices. Skill to: safely and effectively operate a variety of maintenance equipment, tools, and materials.
Ability to: perform maintenance, repair, and installation of wastewater collection systems; perform heavy physical labor for extended periods of time; respond to issues and concerns from the community; maintain appropriate certificates and licenses; follow written and oral directions; respond to emergency call-outs as assigned.
Special Requirements/Certificates:
Operator I:Possession of an appropriate level California driver’s license (Class B w/ Tank Endorsement) and ability to obtain a Grade I Collection certificate issued by CWEA within one year. Operator II: Possession of an appropriate level California driver’s license (Class B w/ Tank Endorsement) and possession of a Grade I Collection certificate issued by CWEA and a Grade I Water Distribution Certificate within one (1) year.

SELECTION PROCESS: Following administrative review of all applications, those candidates whose qualifications best meet the City’s needs will be invited to participate in the selection process, which will consist of at least one panel interview. Candidates selected to interview will be required to submit a current copy of their driving record (3 years) , which may be obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles. Candidates must pass each phase of the selection process in order to be eligible to continue to the next phase. Successful candidates will be placed on an eligibility list for one year. The position will be filled by selection of a qualified candidate from the eligibility list. Final selection will be subject to a satisfactory background investigation, including a fingerprint check and a pre-employment physical examination, conducted by the City physician, which includes drug/alcohol screening.

FILING PERIOD: A City of Hemet Application must be filled out completely. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Copies and/or facsimiles will not be accepted in lieu of City application forms.  Applications downloaded from www.cityofhemet.org, with original signature, are also acceptable. Application must be submitted to the City of Hemet, Human Resources, 445 E. Florida Ave., Hemet, CA 92543,  (951) 765-2315.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2010
(POSTMARKS NOT ACCEPTED)