Drainage and Wastewater Collection Worker

About Seattle Parks and Recreation: Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens, and swimming pools. Our mission is to equip employees and the public for their well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment, and a vibrant community. We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate, and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults, and seniors. Delivering excellent customer service to all is a core value.

Equity and Inclusion: Seattle Parks and Recreation commits to advancing equity and social justice in our department and in every neighborhood by growing a dynamic and diverse workforce, developing strong investments, growth opportunities and beneficial partner strategies as we acknowledge and pledge to close disparities created by historical practices which often hindered workforce development, environmental justice, access to quality open spaces, programs, and facilities. #OneSeattle

About the Division: Seattle Parks and Facilities Maintenance Division performs maintenance at over 25 miles of boulevards, 465 parks, including 26 community centers, 8 indoor swimming pools, 2 outdoor (summer) swimming pools, 4 environmental education centers, 2 small-craft centers, 4 golf courses, and an outdoor stadium. We place strong emphasis on providing excellent customer service to the public, clients, and staff to ensure public safety and enjoyment while they are at SPR facilities and parks.

Position Description: The Parks & Facilities Maintenance Division is seeking qualified applicants to fill a Drainage & Wastewater Collection Worker vacancy. As a Drainage & Wastewater Collection Worker, you will perform journey level work and assist in the construction, maintenance, and repair of wastewater lines, maintenance holes and catch basins. This position is essential to the general maintenance of Parks owned buildings, structures, community centers, swimming pools, wading pools, fountains, spray parks, playgrounds, docks, boat ramps, and more that are covered by the unit.   

Employees in these positions use a variety of sewer maps, plans, computers, and other electronic devices to document field conditions and actions taken, to prevent or resolve system problems, document potential claims situations, and/or to elevate problems for final resolution. Employees must be able to determine the tools necessary to complete various jobs, as well as following departments, OSHA, WISHA, First Aid, and safety regulations. Employees must respond to urban flooding events and other emergencies and must be able to work independently as well as occasionally lead a crew. Knowledge of the operation of machines, closed circuit television equipment, and construction and repair of sewer lines, as well as knowledge of drainage system maintenance and equipment is required. 

• Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:

One year of experience in the construction and repair of sewer lines, shafts, and tunnels. (Combinations of education, training and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability).

License, Certification, and Other Requirements:

• Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
• State of Washington Commercial Class B drivers' license, Tanker endorsement with the Air Brake restriction removed required within four months of employment.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively prioritize and schedule maintenance tasks, aligning them with departmental needs.
• One year of wastewater experience. 
• Be highly motivated and able to work as a team member in a demanding work environment, meeting tight deadlines.
• Experience reviewing & reading blueprints & plans.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use standard office software, work order/asset management systems, GIS applications, for tasks such as record-keeping, reporting, and communication.
• Experience driving or operating a Vactor Truck (Excavator Truck; VacCon)
• The ideal candidate should have a creative & practical approach to problem solving with a positive attitude.
• A willingness to be flexible regarding job duties & changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
• Competence in maintaining clear and comprehensive written records.
• Able to follow written & oral instructions.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate maintenance activities, convey operational needs, concerns, and procedures.
• Exhibit a high level of proficiency in verbal communication to convey information effectively and professionally. 
• Experience in interacting with the public coupled with a high level of proficiency in customer service.

Additional certifications essential to the job functions:

• Flagger Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Trenching & Shoring Certification
• Confined Space Certification

Compensation:

This position is part of the 4-Step Compensation program; The full salary range for this position is $40.83 (Step 1) – $46.81 (Step 4) hourly.  

Union Information:

This position is represented by LiUNA Local 242 - Laborers and is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. 

Employees in an out-of-class assignment will maintain their current benefit options and will be eligible to maintain their current union representation. Out of Class salary placement for current City employees is based Personnel Rule 3.5(Download PDF reader) or an employee’s Collective Bargaining Agreement. 

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Other:

• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. 
• Employees are required to be on call 24 hours a day on a rotating basis and may work extended shifts as part of this rotation.
• Required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time.
• Required to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Exposure to hazards such as noxious gas, hazardous waste materials, excavations and vehicle traffic is inherent to the position. 
• Frequently required to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• May work near heavy equipment.
• Work is physically demanding and may be done in shafts at considerable depth, in tunnels, and in other confined spaces. 
• Dependent on business needs, candidates may be required to obtain a respirator clearance fit test.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Please submit the following with your online application:

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

*Incomplete Applications will not be considered*

**All approved candidates for this position will be required to perform working tests as a portion of the hiring process**

A current Washington State driver's license is required.  A current, "FULL" driving abstract from the Department of Licensing must be submitted upon offer of employment. Candidates with a driving history that does not meet our current safety standards will be disqualified from consideration. Current City of Seattle Employees in a driving position may be required to submit an updated abstract.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Accountability & Action: Holding yourself accountable for achieving goals, completing tasks, and delivering quality work. Demonstrating thoughtful initiative in actions and decision-making and promoting high quality standards.
• Equity and Inclusion: Supporting the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the City's commitment to workforce equity.
• Communication: Sharing and exchanging information and ideas with people in a variety of ways to help them understand and remember the information.
• Service: An ongoing commitment to base decisions and actions on the needs and priorities of the City.
• Teamwork: Participating as an engaged member of a team to achieve group goals. Effectively working with internal and external people to complete tasks and achieve work group goals.