Wastewater Collection System Technician (CCTV Truck Operator - Inflow/Infiltration) 24-049

Position Summary:

Maintains the wastewater collection system by the inspection of mainlines, manholes and appearances of a wastewater collection system. Including monitoring and the evaluation of collection system flows through the use of electronic measurement devices.

Essential Functions:

• Operates closed-circuit television (CCTV) system consisting of remotely operated cameras, their monitors, recording systems, and associated equipment.
• Input data found during closed circuit television inspections, manhole inspections and field inspections into a database.
• Engages in the location and identification of inflow and infiltration sources (i.e. ground water entering into the collection system, storm water cross-connections, etc.).
• Performs Flow Monitoring, Smoke Testing, Dye Testing to identify sources of inflow & infiltration into the wastewater collection system.
• Performs Hydrogen Sulfide Monitoring to identify source points and system deficiencies.
• Performs Inflow & Infiltration investigations and Sewer System Evaluation Surveys.
• Reviews and performs field investigation of GIS mapping system for accuracy and completeness.
• Assists with repair and/or replacement of defective pipe, valves, air release valves, and other appurtenances pertaining to the system.
• Performs routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• May be required to work during emergency conditions.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Job performance must conform to all CWS policies and procedures.
• Specific knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System policy and procedures.

Additional Duties

• May be required to operate vehicles or equipment requiring a commercial driver’s license, including tanker endorsement.
• May be required to operate heavy equipment, to include backhoes, track-hoes, bobcats, trenchers, etc.
• May be required to supervise in the absence of the Collection System Supervisor.
• Performs routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• May be required to use construction drawings and grid maps.
• Subject to 24-hour on-call.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements, Activities, and Working Conditions

• Ability to operate and maintain motor vehicles.
• Constantly positions self to move, traverse in the field as necessary to perform required work.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make fine distinctions in sound, such as when making adjustments on equipment.
• Must be able to make visual observations in daylight and night.
• Considerable movement and traversing involved at work sites on unpaved streets, uneven ground and cluttered work areas.
• Routinely ascend/descend a ladder to climb in and out of excavations.
• Routinely ascend/descend into manhole to accesses approximately two feet in diameter and depths of up to twenty feet.
• Constantly works in internal / external environmental conditions.
• Subject to noise levels requiring the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.
• Hearing Protection Required.
• Routinely positions self to use up to 50 lbs of force. Daily move and transport equipment and/or materials at job sites weighing up to 50 lbs. Objects greater than 50 lbs require a two-person operation.
• Subject to vibrations. Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities of whole body.
• Routinely and safely operate computer to include desktop and tough notebook laptops in the field.
• Must be able to wear Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) as defined in the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) to perform the required essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Two (2) years’ experience in general maintenance and construction in a public utility system preferred.  High school GED required.
• Proficient in software such as Microsoft office programs, Granite, Geographic information System (GIS), and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Skill and knowledge in the use of tools, materials, and equipment commonly used in the performance of job function.
• Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.

Licenses, Certifications, Registrations

• Ability to obtain a “D” wastewater collection systems operator’s license in the state of South Carolina within two years of hire.
• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License required.
• Ability to obtain NASSCO’s (PACP) certification Pipeline Assessment & Certification Program within 2 years of hire.

Training Needs:

• OSHA and Departmental safety training as required.
• Skills Based Training
• Standard Operating Instruction (SOI) per department requirements
• ISO 14001 standards for department and company.

Potential Career Path:

ELIGIBILITY FOR PROMOTION TO VARIOUS POSITIONS THROUGHOUT THE COMMISSION DEPENDS UPON INDIVIDUAL QUALIFICATIONS, AND NOTED JOB PROGRESSIONS ARE NO GUARANTEE OF CAREER PATH TO THESE OR ANY OTHER JOB(S) AT THE COMMISSION.

• Collection System Technical Supervisor
• Senior Collection System Technical Manager