Position Summary:

Perform tasks involved in the operation, maintenance, improvement, and quality of the City’s surface water distribution system; Cleaning, clearing, maintaining, and improving storm drain system; improving all public right-of-way and roadway surfaces within the City. Incumbents may work independently or within a team. Independent decision-making is required. Performs on-call duty on a rotational basis.

Apply at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpwa

Applications received by December 12, 2022 will be given priority consideration.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Serves under the direction of the Public Works Director

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

None

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Depending upon assignment, the incumbent may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties, which are a representative sample of the level of work appropriate to this class.

• Employees of the City of College Place are expected to model and foster the City’s core values: Open and Honest, Cooperation, Respect, Service, & Diversity.
• Cleans and repairs catch basins and storm pipes; inspects and repairs manhole vaults and covers.
• Performs minor repair and replacement of storm drain infrastructure.
• May coordinate with outside contractors to clean and TV specific sections of the City storm drain system.
• Recognizes and reports illicit discharges that affect storm water quality.
• Assists with the cleanup of hazardous materials.
• Maintains records related to storm water inspections and maintenance activities.
• Keeps detailed records of time, materials, and equipment.
• Conducts inspection of the storm water drainage system.
• Mow, trim, and otherwise maintain vegetation which affects city Stormwater conveyance system and City right of way.
• Takes field notes.
• Performs minor maintenance and repairs to asphalt and concrete surfaces.
• Operate street sweeper to maintain cleanliness of public streets.
• Responds to daily calls dealing with street, sign, and public right of way issues.
• Assist in traffic control and safety maintenance.
• Participate in curb, gutter, and sidewalk maintenance duties.
• Assist with installation, maintenance, and replacement of water utility system infrastructure.
• Operate a video inspection vehicle to inspect storm lines.
• Operate jet-vactor truck to clean storm lines.
• Other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Basic 1st-aid & CPR certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Washington State Approved Flagging and Traffic Control Certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Class A CDL with Tank Endorsement, air brake restriction lifted, or ability to obtain one within nine months of hire.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Background with computer programs (Microsoft Office).
• City organization, operations, policies and objectives.

SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Effectively communicate with City staff and customers.
• Exercise sound judgement and effectively problem solve.
• Follow oral and written communication skills.
• Read and communicate in English.
• Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.
• Ability to meet timelines and schedules.
• Safety compliance is a condition of employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed in a variety of environments.
• Frequently works near moving, mechanical parts.
• Frequently works around fumes and airborne particles.
• Frequently works in an environment that is loud.
• Will work in all climate conditions and various weather conditions.
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be able to walk, climb on ladders, and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Occasionally work is performed at high elevations, in trenches, and confined spaces.
• Ability to perform heavy labor is required. This position frequently requires lifting 50 pounds and, occasionally, 75 to 100+ pounds.

LICENSE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid State of Washington or Oregon driver’s license. CDL Class A with tank endorsement, air brake restriction lifted, or ability to obtain within nine months of hire.

Classification History

Created: 3/14/2019

Updated: 4/15/2022

FLSA: Non-Exempt, Union

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,835.00 - $4,317.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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