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Location : Bend, OR
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 20230223
Department: Utility
Opening Date: 12/29/2023
Closing Date: 1/12/2024 12:00 PM Pacific
Summary
The City of Bend Utility Department is actively recruiting (1) full-time Collection System Utility Worker II. This opportunity is a represented, FLSA non-exempt (overtime eligible) position.
To be considered for this position, applicants must have a complete application that includes all of the following items:
Submission deadline is Friday, January 12, 2024 @ 12:00 p.m. PDT.
This position performs, monitors, and oversees tasks involved with servicing, operating, repairing and maintaining the City's wastewater collection and storm water systems. This position also performs the inspection and technical evaluation of wastewater collection, and storm water infrastructure, and provides evaluation, documentation, and data gathering services such as flow monitoring, smoke testing, and inflow and infiltration analysis.
The Collection System Utility Worker II class is distinguished from the entry level in that it performs routine-to-complex skilled and semi-skilled duties in the area of wastewater and storm water Collection Systems in addition to other duties as required to support continual operation and maintenance of the Collection System. The position provides guidance, training and instruction to less experienced staff. (Intermediate level position).
Functions, Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Performs activities on water, wastewater, and storm water utility infrastructure including; lift station operation, troubleshooting and maintenance on pumps, and pressure lines. Other activities include; data collection and asset condition, closed circuit TV inspections and condition assessment, smoke testing, flow monitoring, root control, and drillhole inspection. May also perform underground utility locates, as well as combination cleaner operations.
Provides guidance and/or instruction to less experienced staff in the utilization of equipment associated with the performance of all activities including TV cameras, smoke machines, vactors, and trucks, related to tasks such as TV inspections, sewer and storm water pipe rodding, smoke testing, and other tasks as required to safely and successfully complete assigned projects. Coordinates with other Public Works or Utility sections and provides data and information as needed for successful completion of work or projects.
Assists in the installation and repair of storm water utilities and other related facilities.
Cleans catch basins and storm water outfalls as required.
Performs preventative maintenance and minor repair activities to applicable vehicles and equipment utilized in day-to-day activities.
Prepares and maintains a variety of records and logs regarding daily activities.
Performs traffic control during infrastructure maintenance and repair activities.
Performs maintenance and repair on City's wastewater collection and stormwater system, including piping, catch basins, storm water biofilters, lift stations, and water quality equipment.
Operates wastewater and storm water lift stations. Performs troubleshooting and minor maintenance activities.
Performs Industrial Pretreatment (IPP) sampling, flow monitoring, odor control monitoring, and may perform other programs as directed.
Reads, interprets, and follows construction drawings and specifications as necessary to properly perform all assigned tasks.
Performs research and initiates the purchase of equipment, supplies and tools necessary to maintain an effective operation.
Coordinates with other Public Works or Utility sections and provides data and information as needed for successful completion of work or projects.
Monitors and inspects completed work for compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations.
Provides guidance and/or instruction to less experienced staff tasked with the monitoring and evaluating the installation of new construction utility infrastructure, and operation and maintenance of the collection and storm water system.
Performs other related duties as directed such as maintaining project schedules for staff and internal customers, maintaining and monitoring material and supply inventories, ensuring regulatory compliance with EPA and COB Standards & Specs, purchasing equipment, materials and supplies, and providing both internal and external customer service related to the Utility Division.
Complies with safety requirements of the position and actively promotes safe work practices.
Responds to system maintenance and or service calls outside scheduled work hours while on call or in the event of an emergency.
In an emergency event or an officially declared State of Emergency, responds as directed to ensure the restoration of essential public services, facilities and infrastructure.
Performs other duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required:
Licensing Requirements:
Diversity & Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The City of Bend is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. At the City of Bend, we don't just accept differences; we value them. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and support the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA) and the Oregon Equal Pay Act.
Employee Benefit Overview
August 1, 2023 - July 31, 2024
Regular Full Time Benefits:
Coverage is effective on the first day of the month, coinciding with or following date of hire.
(If the first day of work is on the first calendar day of the month, coverage is effective that day.)
High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
Medical, Vision and Prescription Coverage
Underwritten by PacificSource Health Plans
Full-time employees currently pay 10% of the total monthly premium. Benefit-eligible part-time employee premiums are pro-rated according to their regularly-scheduled hours, either at 50% (employees working 20-29 hours per week) or 75% (employees working 30-39 hours per week) of the full monthly premium.
Employee monthly premium: Employee Employee & Dependents
Full-time Employees $ 62.76 $156.90
Part-time 1 Employees (30-39 hours per week) $156.90 $392.24
Part-time 2 Employees (20-29 hours per week) $313.80 $784.48
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Third Party Administrator -- PacificSource Administrators (PSA)
This is an employer-funded account designed to reimburse employees for IRS-qualified medical expenses. Reimbursements are tax-free, and any unused HRA Comp-A fund amounts at the end of the plan year are transferred to the employee's VEBA account following first full year of employment (see below for VEBA account information). Coinsurance (Med-G) funding remaining at plan year end is forfeited and does not roll to the VEBA.
Employee monthly premium portion: Employee Employee & Dependents
Full-time Employees HRA (Comp - A) $2,000 $4,000
Coinsurance (Med - G) $1,250 $1,781
Part-time 1 Employees HRA (Comp - A) $1,500 $3,000
(30-39 hours per week) Coinsurance (Med - G) $937.50 $1,335.75
Part-time 2 Employees HRA (Comp - A) $1,000 $2,000
(20-29 hours per week) Coinsurance (Med - G) $625 $890.50
Employees also have the option to self-fund a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for unreimbursed medical expenses to offset potential out-of-pocket liability under the medical/dental plans and potentially shelter their HRA Comp-A account to allow for larger rollover to their VEBA account at plan year end.
First Stop Health - Telemedicine: The City of Bend provides First Stop Health (FSH) telemedicine benefits for FREE to all medical-enrolled employees and up to seven (7) of their immediate family members.
Dental Plan
Underwritten by MODA
$2,000 calendar year benefit maximum per covered individual includes $1,000 one-time orthodontia benefit.
Full-time employees currently pay 10% of the total composite monthly premium. Part-time benefit-eligible employee premiums are pro-rated according to their regularly scheduled work hours (50% for employees working 20-29 hours per week; 75% for those working 30-39 hours per week).
Employee composite monthly premium: Employee with/without Dependents
Full-time Employees $12.70
Part-time 1 Employees (30-39 hours per week) $31.74
Part-time 2 Employees (20-29 hours per week) $63.48
VEBA Plan
Administered by HRA VEBA
Individual employee account that receives tax-free rollover amounts from the City-funded HRA Comp-A account remaining at the end of each plan year. The account belongs to the employee and may be invested in mutual funds similar to deferred compensation. The account can grow, tax free, and be used for future medical expenses and can be used either while still employed or after separation/retirement.
Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
Administered by PacificSource Administrators (PSA)
Participation in the City of Bend's Flexible Spending Plan is voluntary and allows employees to pay for IRS-approved health care-related expenses and dependent care through pre-tax payroll deduction.
Life, Personal Accident (AD&D) & Long-Term Disability Plans
Underwritten by New York Life
Group Basic Term Life Insurance: Benefit-eligible employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for a coverage amount of one times the employees annual salary, to a maximum benefit of $150,000, with a minimum benefit of $50,000. Coverage includes person accidentcoverage for loss of life and/or limb, per scheduled benefit package amounts.
Group Long-term Disability Insurance:Benefit-eligible employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for a a benefit of up to 66.67% of employee's covered earnings to a maximum of $9,000 per month.
Voluntary Life and AD&D: Active, full time employees of the City of Bend regularly working a minimum of 20 hours per week are elgibile for additional voluntary coverage for the employee, spouse/domestic partner and depende...
Location : Bend, OR
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 20230223
Department: Utility
Opening Date: 12/29/2023
Closing Date: 1/12/2024 12:00 PM Pacific
Summary
The City of Bend Utility Department is actively recruiting (1) full-time Collection System Utility Worker II. This opportunity is a represented, FLSA non-exempt (overtime eligible) position.
To be considered for this position, applicants must have a complete application that includes all of the following items:
- The online application via NeoGov (access also available on City of Bend website under Human Resources/Job Openings)
- Attached formal Cover Letter (required)
- Attached formal Resume (required)
- Attached valid Credentials, Certifications and Licensing (if applicable)
- Applicants must provide certification that they are a veteran or disabled veteran to receive veteran's preference. For more information click
Submission deadline is Friday, January 12, 2024 @ 12:00 p.m. PDT.
This position performs, monitors, and oversees tasks involved with servicing, operating, repairing and maintaining the City's wastewater collection and storm water systems. This position also performs the inspection and technical evaluation of wastewater collection, and storm water infrastructure, and provides evaluation, documentation, and data gathering services such as flow monitoring, smoke testing, and inflow and infiltration analysis.
The Collection System Utility Worker II class is distinguished from the entry level in that it performs routine-to-complex skilled and semi-skilled duties in the area of wastewater and storm water Collection Systems in addition to other duties as required to support continual operation and maintenance of the Collection System. The position provides guidance, training and instruction to less experienced staff. (Intermediate level position).
Functions, Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Performs activities on water, wastewater, and storm water utility infrastructure including; lift station operation, troubleshooting and maintenance on pumps, and pressure lines. Other activities include; data collection and asset condition, closed circuit TV inspections and condition assessment, smoke testing, flow monitoring, root control, and drillhole inspection. May also perform underground utility locates, as well as combination cleaner operations.
Provides guidance and/or instruction to less experienced staff in the utilization of equipment associated with the performance of all activities including TV cameras, smoke machines, vactors, and trucks, related to tasks such as TV inspections, sewer and storm water pipe rodding, smoke testing, and other tasks as required to safely and successfully complete assigned projects. Coordinates with other Public Works or Utility sections and provides data and information as needed for successful completion of work or projects.
Assists in the installation and repair of storm water utilities and other related facilities.
Cleans catch basins and storm water outfalls as required.
Performs preventative maintenance and minor repair activities to applicable vehicles and equipment utilized in day-to-day activities.
Prepares and maintains a variety of records and logs regarding daily activities.
Performs traffic control during infrastructure maintenance and repair activities.
Performs maintenance and repair on City's wastewater collection and stormwater system, including piping, catch basins, storm water biofilters, lift stations, and water quality equipment.
Operates wastewater and storm water lift stations. Performs troubleshooting and minor maintenance activities.
Performs Industrial Pretreatment (IPP) sampling, flow monitoring, odor control monitoring, and may perform other programs as directed.
Reads, interprets, and follows construction drawings and specifications as necessary to properly perform all assigned tasks.
Performs research and initiates the purchase of equipment, supplies and tools necessary to maintain an effective operation.
Coordinates with other Public Works or Utility sections and provides data and information as needed for successful completion of work or projects.
Monitors and inspects completed work for compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations.
Provides guidance and/or instruction to less experienced staff tasked with the monitoring and evaluating the installation of new construction utility infrastructure, and operation and maintenance of the collection and storm water system.
Performs other related duties as directed such as maintaining project schedules for staff and internal customers, maintaining and monitoring material and supply inventories, ensuring regulatory compliance with EPA and COB Standards & Specs, purchasing equipment, materials and supplies, and providing both internal and external customer service related to the Utility Division.
Complies with safety requirements of the position and actively promotes safe work practices.
Responds to system maintenance and or service calls outside scheduled work hours while on call or in the event of an emergency.
In an emergency event or an officially declared State of Emergency, responds as directed to ensure the restoration of essential public services, facilities and infrastructure.
Performs other duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications
Knowledge of:
- Wastewater collection design principles and practices including lift station operation and maintenance:
- Storm water design principles and practices including lift station operation and maintenance.
- Pipeline Assessment Certification Program (PACP) sewer grading system;
- Storm water and wastewater Collection System components;
- Customer service and public relations principles;
- Repair and maintenance of associated equipment
- Tools and equipment of the trade;
- Applicable local, state and federal laws, rules, and regulations, and COB Standards and Specifications
- Applicable mechanical systems;
- Mathematical principles;
- Underground utility systems;
- Hydraulic principles;
- Occupational health and safety standards and related practices;
- Working knowledge of the current computer platforms used at the City of Bend
Skill in:
- Using a computer and related software applications;
- Applying local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations;
- Investigating and resolving potentially hazardous situations;
- Operating utility tools and equipment;
- Providing customer service;
- Collecting, recording, and analyzing data and preparing reports;
- Monitoring and maintaining supplies;
- Reading and interpreting blueprints and specifications;
- Operating light to heavy equipment;
- Performing mathematical calculations;
- Lift station basic pump maintenance and bypass
- Forecasting future operational and/or facility needs;
- Analyzing situations, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of actions, and implementing recommendations;
- Developing, documenting and implementing standard operating procedures;
- Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required:
- High school diploma, GED or other equivalent level of education
- PACP certification
- At least 5 years of full-time work experience in a Storm water and/or wastewater Utility Worker role including 3 years utilizing CCTV and other related equipment; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Licensing Requirements:
- Must possess and have the ability to maintain a valid Oregon Class A commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement within six months of appointment
- Oregon Wastewater Collections Level 2 certification,
- Oregon Flagger Certification
Diversity & Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The City of Bend is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. At the City of Bend, we don't just accept differences; we value them. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and support the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA) and the Oregon Equal Pay Act.
Employee Benefit Overview
August 1, 2023 - July 31, 2024
Regular Full Time Benefits:
Coverage is effective on the first day of the month, coinciding with or following date of hire.
(If the first day of work is on the first calendar day of the month, coverage is effective that day.)
High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
Medical, Vision and Prescription Coverage
Underwritten by PacificSource Health Plans
Full-time employees currently pay 10% of the total monthly premium. Benefit-eligible part-time employee premiums are pro-rated according to their regularly-scheduled hours, either at 50% (employees working 20-29 hours per week) or 75% (employees working 30-39 hours per week) of the full monthly premium.
Employee monthly premium: Employee Employee & Dependents
Full-time Employees $ 62.76 $156.90
Part-time 1 Employees (30-39 hours per week) $156.90 $392.24
Part-time 2 Employees (20-29 hours per week) $313.80 $784.48
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Third Party Administrator -- PacificSource Administrators (PSA)
This is an employer-funded account designed to reimburse employees for IRS-qualified medical expenses. Reimbursements are tax-free, and any unused HRA Comp-A fund amounts at the end of the plan year are transferred to the employee's VEBA account following first full year of employment (see below for VEBA account information). Coinsurance (Med-G) funding remaining at plan year end is forfeited and does not roll to the VEBA.
Employee monthly premium portion: Employee Employee & Dependents
Full-time Employees HRA (Comp - A) $2,000 $4,000
Coinsurance (Med - G) $1,250 $1,781
Part-time 1 Employees HRA (Comp - A) $1,500 $3,000
(30-39 hours per week) Coinsurance (Med - G) $937.50 $1,335.75
Part-time 2 Employees HRA (Comp - A) $1,000 $2,000
(20-29 hours per week) Coinsurance (Med - G) $625 $890.50
Employees also have the option to self-fund a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for unreimbursed medical expenses to offset potential out-of-pocket liability under the medical/dental plans and potentially shelter their HRA Comp-A account to allow for larger rollover to their VEBA account at plan year end.
First Stop Health - Telemedicine: The City of Bend provides First Stop Health (FSH) telemedicine benefits for FREE to all medical-enrolled employees and up to seven (7) of their immediate family members.
Dental Plan
Underwritten by MODA
$2,000 calendar year benefit maximum per covered individual includes $1,000 one-time orthodontia benefit.
Full-time employees currently pay 10% of the total composite monthly premium. Part-time benefit-eligible employee premiums are pro-rated according to their regularly scheduled work hours (50% for employees working 20-29 hours per week; 75% for those working 30-39 hours per week).
Employee composite monthly premium: Employee with/without Dependents
Full-time Employees $12.70
Part-time 1 Employees (30-39 hours per week) $31.74
Part-time 2 Employees (20-29 hours per week) $63.48
VEBA Plan
Administered by HRA VEBA
Individual employee account that receives tax-free rollover amounts from the City-funded HRA Comp-A account remaining at the end of each plan year. The account belongs to the employee and may be invested in mutual funds similar to deferred compensation. The account can grow, tax free, and be used for future medical expenses and can be used either while still employed or after separation/retirement.
Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
Administered by PacificSource Administrators (PSA)
Participation in the City of Bend's Flexible Spending Plan is voluntary and allows employees to pay for IRS-approved health care-related expenses and dependent care through pre-tax payroll deduction.
Life, Personal Accident (AD&D) & Long-Term Disability Plans
Underwritten by New York Life
Group Basic Term Life Insurance: Benefit-eligible employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for a coverage amount of one times the employees annual salary, to a maximum benefit of $150,000, with a minimum benefit of $50,000. Coverage includes person accidentcoverage for loss of life and/or limb, per scheduled benefit package amounts.
Group Long-term Disability Insurance:Benefit-eligible employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for a a benefit of up to 66.67% of employee's covered earnings to a maximum of $9,000 per month.
Voluntary Life and AD&D: Active, full time employees of the City of Bend regularly working a minimum of 20 hours per week are elgibile for additional voluntary coverage for the employee, spouse/domestic partner and depende...
