Wastewater Collections Systems Worker l

Description
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DEFINITION
Under supervision, performs a variety of routine to semi-skilled tasks and participates in the work of a crew in the maintenance, operation, and repair of the City’s wastewater collection systems and lift stations; operates a variety of maintenance and construction equipment; responds to emergencies; maintains a variety of records; reads and interprets maps, blueprints, plans, and specifications; and performs other duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry-level classification in the Wastewater Collection Systems Worker series. Initially with direction, incumbents learn and perform a range of tasks requiring basic mechanical, plumbing, and electrical ability and aptitude. Work assignments are performed according to established rules and procedures, but with experience the work becomes progressively more diversified requiring independent judgment supported at regular intervals by supervisory review and direction. It is distinguished from the Wastewater Collection Systems Worker II classification in that the II level is the journey level classification in the series with responsibilities carried out with greater independence and journey-level skills. It is further distinguished from the Maintenance Worker I classification in that the later performs specialized maintenance specifically related to the City’s sewer collection systems and lift stations.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Supervision is provided by a Water Resources Coordinator and/or the Public Works Supervisor. Receives work assignments and lead direction from a Wastewater Collection Systems Worker III.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None.
Examples of Important and Essential Functions
General Maintenance Functions
Operates a variety of hand and power tools, equipment and vehicles; maintains tools and equipment in a safe and proper working condition; performs construction and improvement projects as assigned; maintains work areas in a clean and orderly condition; and properly operates a hand-held radio.
Collection System Functions
Cleans wastewater collection system, storm drains, flood control facilities and inlets; locates problem areas and operates equipment to flush system and unplug mains and laterals; cleans underground sewer systems, wet wells, and lift stations; operates a variety of hand and power tools, sewer cleaning equipment, and vehicles such as jackhammers, tampers, cutters, jet rodders, hydrocleaning truck, sewer vacuum truck, backhoe, forklifts, pressure washers, pressure water hoses, compressors, television inspection equipment, and other equipment and vehicles; conducts troubleshooting, diagnosis, and problem solving; inspects sewage and storm water lift and pump stations; assists with construction and repair of storm conduits, curbs, gutters, drainage facilities, water and sewer mains and lines, and new sewer connections; constructs and/or disassembles pumps to clean and repair; assists with the operation and maintenance of line inspection and video equipment to survey, open, and repair lines, including sealing and grouting damaged lines as required; operates and repairs pressure hoses; assists with flow monitoring; reviews plans for location of lines; tests and monitors for hazardous gases and uses appropriate safety precautions when entering underground areas; prepares accurate mathematical calculations to estimate materials for jobs; digs up and repairs damaged sections of pipe; cuts, installs, threads, and assembles new pipe; performs line locating and marking throughout the City’s sewer systems; installs street barricades and cones prior to the performance of maintenance or repair activities; directs and controls traffic at work sites; responds to and investigates inquiries from the public, businesses, and other agencies in a courteous, efficient, and timely manner; effectively communicates with a variety of individuals and agencies to exchange information, coordinate activities, and resolve issues or concerns; prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports; responds to emergencies, as needed; and wears and safely uses a self-contained breathing apparatus, as required.
Job Related and Essential Qualifications
Demonstrated Knowledge of :
Safe operation and maintenance of hand and power tools, light and heavy equipment, and specialized vehicles; wastewater collection system preventative maintenance, repair, and construction techniques and practices; traffic safety and control practices and procedures; appropriate safety precautions and occupational hazards in underground, confined spaces; and record keeping techniques and basic mathematics.
Demonstrated Skills to :
Safely operate a variety of tools, equipment, large combination trucks, and vehicles; read and interpret diagrams, sketches, maps, and blueprints; perform a variety of manual, manipulative tasks and heavy physical labor to accomplish tasks; perform mechanical and plumbing maintenance and repair and pipe installation; prepare neat and accurate records and reports; make effective decisions in an emergency; evaluate situations, identify problems, and arrive at logical decisions; take initiative to keep work progressing to completion within prescribed time limits; communicate and relate effectively to those contacted in the course of work; take appropriate safety precautions in the performance of job duties; perform mathematical calculations; and exemplify an enthusiastic, resourceful, and effective customer service attitude.
Ability to :
Learn, interpret, and apply City, department and division rules, regulations, policies and practices.
Experience, Education, and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience, education, and training that would provide the best qualified candidate. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skill, and abilities would be:
Experience : One year of experience in construction, maintenance, mechanical, or electrical systems including the operation of trucks, heavy equipment, and power tools or six months of wastewater/sewer maintenance experience equivalent to the City of Livermore Wastewater Collection Systems Trainee classification.
Education : Equivalent to graduation from high school.
Training : Any recent training, such as academic courses and certification programs which are relevant to this job classification.
Certification : Requires the possession and maintenance of the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Grade I Maintenance Certificate prior to the completion of the probationary period.
License : Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City. Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class A license with the appropriate endorsements is required prior to the completion of the probationary period.
Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) Requirement : Upon possession of a California Class A Driver’s License, incumbents in this job classification may be called upon, at any time, to perform safety sensitive functions, and therefore are subject to the Federal Highway Administration D.O.T. regulations and the City’s policy concerning drug and alcohol testing as a continuing condition of employment with the City of Livermore.
Other Requirements : Willingness and ability to work scheduled and emergency overtime; work outdoors in all weather conditions and potentially hazardous areas, at night, in confined and awkward spaces, in heavy traffic, and in the presence of noxious odors, toxic chemicals, biological agents, and sewage; wear and use appropriate safety clothing and equipment, including self contained breathing apparatus; and attend meetings, trainings, and events during work and non-work hours.
Special Requirements : Essential duties require the mental and physical ability to drive and operate a variety of vehicles and construction equipment; detect odors and running water; identify mechanical noises; converse on the telephone, two-way radio, and in person, often over the noise of machinery; bend, stoop, climb, and stand for long periods of time; read fine print with no color deficiencies to detect color-coded wires and read results of water color tests; manipulate small parts and components; pushing, pulling and lifting of vacuum hoses, attachments and controlling buttons and levers; utilizes pressure water hoses (up to 2500 psi); uses a variety of hand and power tools including 60 or 90 lb. jackhammers (combination of push, pull, guide and partial lift); ascends and descends stairs, ladders and on and off equipment; aligns and secures trailer attachments to truck hitches by manually cranking a jack to align the hitch and attachment; may shovel sand into sacks and stack sandbags (each bag up to 60 lbs.); loads and unloads compressors, air circulators, rooters, water pumps, and large hoses (50 to 200 lbs.); and safely wear self-contained breathing apparatus while entering and working in confined spaces.
Additional Information
The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.
CITY OF LIVERMORE
BENEFITS SUMMARY
Association of Livermore Employees
Please click here for a copy of the current Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Association of Livermore Employees. The information contained here is a summary of benefits. For a more detailed summary of benefits for all employee groups, click here . Any errors or omissions do not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. Updated 11/2023
MOUTERM
10/01/2021 - 09/30/2025
SCHEDULED INCREASES
10/11/2021 2.0% + $725.40/year
10/10/2022 3.5% + $754.56/year
10/09/2023 2.5% + $777.36/year
10/07/2024 2.0% + $796.80/year
CAFETERIA PLAN (MEDICAL, DENTAL & VISION)
$1,950/month towards medical, dental, and vision; unused balance paid in cash to employee.
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE& ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE (AD & D)
FT - $60,000 EE coverage or PT - $30,000 EE coverage, ER paid
$1,000 dependent coverage, ER paid
EE option to purchase $25,000 additional life insurance& supplemental life to $500,000 (not to exceed 5x annual earnings).
LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)
ER paid
60% of base monthly earnings to $5,000/month max. (180 day waiting period)
PERS
New City of Livermore EEs are enrolled in the 2% at 60 formula or 2% at 62 formula, depending on eligibility, as per AB 340.
Classic PERS Misc Member - 2% at 60

• Member Rate = 7% EE paid
• Employer Rate = 34.43%ER paid (includes unfunded liability; FY23/24)
• 36 consecutive months Final Comp
• Sick Leave Credit
• 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben.
• Military Service Credit

New PERS Misc Member - 2% at 62

• Member Rate = 6.75% EE paid
• Employer Rate = 34.43%ER paid (includes unfunded liability; FY23/24)
• 36 consecutive months Final Comp
• Sick Leave Credit
• 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben.
• Military Service Credit

MEDICARE (Hired after 3/31/86)
EE paid 1.45%
ER paid 1.45%
RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS (RHS)
ER contribution of 4% of base pay into RHS account.
VACATION ACCRUAL
Years of ServiceTotal Accrual Per Year
180.6 hrs
2-5120.12 hrs
6-10135.98 hrs
11-15160.94 hrs
16-19180.18 hrs
20+192.4 hrs
Prorated for part-time EE.
Maximum accrual: 340 hours
HOLIDAYS & HOLIDAY-IN-LIEU PAY
Holidays: 12 observed holidays or in lieu day off or if work 2.5 times pay.
Holiday-In-Lieu Pay: EE's assigned receive 7.5% of base salary, paid per pay period
SICK LEAVE ACCRUAL
96.2 hours/year
Pro-rated for part-time EE
SICK LEAVE USAGE:

• FAMILY SICK LEAVE : For immediate Family Illness- ½ Annual Sick Leave Accrual.
• PARENTAL LEAVE : For non-birthing parentwho becomes a parent due to adoption, foster care placement, or birth of a child- 48 hours
• BEREAVEMENT/ FUNERAL LEAVE (non-immediate family) : 3 regularly scheduled workdays of sick leavecanbe used foraunt or uncle.

FUNERAL LEAVE
3 regularly scheduled workdays max for immediate family.
PERSONAL LEAVE
Full-Time: 16 hours per year
Pro-rated for part-time EE.
PREGNANCY LEAVE & FMLA/CFRA
EE may use accrued leaves in compliance with City Rules & Regs
Benefit provided as per regulations: Federal Family and Medical Leave Act, California Family Rights Act, and California Pregnancy Disability Act
DEFERRED COMPENSATION 457(b)
ER contributes $75 per pay period, with required matching of $75 by EE
2024 Maximum :
Normal = $23,000
Age 50+ = $7,500
Catchup Limits = $46,000
Voluntary EE Participation
SECTION 125 PLAN
No ER contribution
2024 Maximum
Dependent Care*: Up to $5,000/year -- *See IRS Pub #503
Unreimbursed Medical: Up to $3,200/year

• Pre-tax Health Care Premiums
• FSA's for Dependent Care
• Unreimbursed Medical Expenses
• Other options offered by plan administrator

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE
$850 per year/ paid in equal amounts per pay period
For Public Safety Dispatchers, Senior Public Safety Dispatchers, Supervising Public Safety Dispatchers, Police Clerks, Senior Police Clerk, Supervising Police Clerk, Animal Control Officers, Police Identification Technician, Supervising Property and Evidence Specialist, Property and Evidence Specialist, Community Service Specialists, Crime & Intelligence Analysts, and Crime Prevention Specialist.
SAFETY SHOE ALLOWANCE
Paid annually in July: $200/year for Meter Readers, and employees in Engineering Technician, Neighborhood Preservation Officer, and Building Inspector series who perform field work, and Public Works employees that are required to wear safety shoes or boots.
PRESCRIPTION SAFETY GLASSES
Reimbursement of up to $150/year for purchase of safety prescription glasses for EEs working in locations where there is a risk of eye injuries.
SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL
EEs regularly assigned to city facilities operating 24/7 - $2.50/hour for all hours worked when assigned to a shift requiring EE work at least 4 hours between 4:00 p.m.- 6:00 a.m.
EQUIPMENT OPERATION
Public Works EEs: $12.00/day for EE who operates Class A vehicle, min of 50%+ operation/day.
STANDBY PAY
2 hours straight-time for standby on regularly scheduled work day
3 hours straight-time for standby on regularly scheduled days off and fixed City holidays
CALL BACK PAY
3 hours min @ OT rate for FLSA nonexempt. First 3 hours can't be taken as comp time but paid to EE.
WORK IN A HIGHER CLASS
If work min of 3 consecutive workdays, paid @ 5% differential or the minimum of the salary range of the higher classification.
COURT PAY/COURT CANCELLATION PAY
If in connection with EE's usual official duties, 3 hrs min @ OT, or 4 hrs min @ OT for those required to appear on normal day off or on graveyard shift.
SUPPORT SERVICES TRAINING OFFICER PAY
$90/pay period for full pay period while assigned.
BILINGUAL PAY
$60/pay period for both written & conversational. Must be certified by Department Head and approved by Admin Services Director, and used on the job.
$35/pay period for conversation level as certified by Department Head and approved by Admin Services Director.
TELEPHONE PAY
20 minutes and for each minute exceeding 20 minutes at OT rate.
CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE
Standard = $40/month (if authorized)
See Administrative Regulation 36 for details.
COMMERCIAL DRIVERS' LICENSE PAY
$35/pay period with valid CA Commercial Driver's License and valid DOT medical card.
OT COMP & COMP TIME OFF
OT for > 40 hrs/week or > 8 hrs/day in a reg scheduled day or hrs in excess of those normally scheduled & worked/day @ 1 ½ x reg. pay or Comp Time in lieu of OT for FLSA nonexempt. Accrued Comp Time in excess of 100 hours must be paid out.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
75% reimbursement fortuition & books
For undergraduate studies, $4,000 FY max; $16,000 lifetime max
For graduate studies, $5,000 FY max; $10,000 lifetime max
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
100% reimbursement for required licenses and certifications
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Three (3) sessions per incident per family member. Unlimited telephonic consultations.
FLSA WORK PERIOD
168 hour pay period beginning Monday at 12:01 a.m., ending 7 days later on Sunday at 12:00 midnight. If an EE is not on this work week schedule, something must be in writing documenting EE's work week.
For WR Operator series : 168 hour period beginning Sunday at 12:00 midnight,
ending 7 days later on Saturday at 11:59 p.m.
PAY PERIODS
26 pay periods per year
Benefits listed are for regular full-time employees. Benefits are prorated for 30-hour and 20-hour employees.
ER = Employer
EE = Employee
FT = Full-Time
PT = Part-Time
Closing Date/Time: 1/31/2024 5:00 PM Pacific