1. Cleans main and side sewers, manholes, catch basins, grates, sumps and other miscellaneous sewer structures; cleans channels and tanks in sewer treatment plants and pump stations as required.
2. Inspects the sewer system for condition and maintenance requirements, locates breaks and failures within the sewer system manually, with televised inspection equipment and/or with dye tests.
3. Loads dirt collected from sewer onto trucks; wets down trenches and builds dams in sewer lines to divert flow during maintenance operations.
4. Cuts, fits and installs hydraulic, wood and metal shoring to OSHA standards for trench excavation; removes such shoring for re-use on completion of sewer repair work.
5. Performs installation of new sewer pipe sections; assures that all barricades, flags and lights are properly installed around excavations.
6. Assures all street openings are properly barricaded and in safe condition when work is not in progress. Contacts residents regarding sewer system problems and/or maintenance work.
7. Operates air compressors, air hammers, jackhammers and other mechanical equipment in the excavating and backfilling of trenches; operates manual and power equipment in cleaning sewers and other sewer structures. Performs heavy manual labor including lifting and carrying up to 100-pound bags of sand and concrete.
8. Documents and keeps routine records and reports of maintenance and repair activities.
9. Responds to service calls requesting maintenance of the sewer system, and may drive trucks to transport workers and small equipment.
10. Performs other job duties related to sewer maintanance and repair
Held NAASCO Certification for over 5 years
EMT
Firefighter 1 and 2