Position Title:

Wastewater Lift Station Worker

Job Description:

Reports to the lift station supervisor and/or lead worker and assists in the configuration, installation, maintenance, repair and replacement of pumps used in Salt Lake City’s 72 Waste/Storm water lift stations and pump stations throughout the Waste/Storm water system varying in size from 1/4 hp. to 500 hp.; electric, diesel and natural gas engines and numbering over 190 pumps in the system. The pumps are critical to preventing backup of wastewater in customer’s basements or flooding from storm runoff.

This position is open until filled may close without notice.

Learn about our competitive benefits here : https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Performs preventive and routine maintenance of lift stations including motors, re-packing pumps, replacing mechanical seals, shimming pumps, sonic systems, variable frequency drives, set point controllers, plumbing and all other related facilities, both inside and outside. Responsible for job safety, such as vehicle placement, flagging requirements, and use of personal protective equipment. Assists electricians and telemetry personnel on general job-related tasks.

• Reports to crew lead workers and supervisors, progress and problems of crews and assigned programs. May discuss specifications and make recommendations to lead workers or supervisors.

• Assists in implementing new installations of pumps and peripheral equipment, including piping, and concrete work. Knowledge and use of wide variety of pump parts including shafts, seals, bearings, impellers, wear plates, shims, lip plates, check valves and air relief valves.

• Performs general maintenance on department lift facility grounds and buildings including painting, carpentry, roofing, siding, plumbing and concrete work. Plants and trims vegetation and perform landscaping. Knows and uses various landscaping chemicals and fertilizers. Maintains and installs various irrigation systems and controls. Operates various lawn care equipment such as string trimmers, edgers, blowers, push and rider mowers.

• Uses and operates generators, portable pumps for bypass pumping, safety equipment such as lock out tag out, gas testers, A-frames, hand, pneumatic and power tools, airless sprayer, oxy-acetylene torch and drill press. Operates overhead crane and other lifting devices. motors, pumps, and trucks. Changes pumps and motors and hooks up portable generators in emergency situations. Periodically makes own tools. Operates equipment, snow removal equipment, plows, and other similar equipment as needed.

• Assists with major projects and completes pre-assigned work orders with responsibility for accounting of time and materials.

• Operates specialized equipment such as dump trucks, frontend loaders, forklifts, compressors and related heavy equipment as required. May operate backhoe in the absence of the lead worker or in emergency situations or for training purposes.

• May perform the duties of a Wastewater Lift Station Lead Worker in their absence.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent and 1-year experience in water or wastewater system maintenance. Six months’ experience as a SLC Public Utilities Department Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker Trainee may be substituted for the foregoing experience requirement.

• Demonstrated ability to perform heavy manual labor and lifting under extreme working conditions, in a confined area and in contact with untreated sewage.

• Ability to fit through a street opening (manhole).

• Demonstrated knowledge of wastewater/storm water lift stations or water pump stations maintenance and repair procedures.

• Possession of a valid Driver’s License or Utah Driving Privilege card.

• Successfully complete a ten-year criminal background check to obtain an airport SIDA badge.

• Possession of Wastewater Collection Operator Grade II certification or ability to obtain within 18 months of hire.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Continuous pushing, pulling, or lifting heavy weights. Continuous difficult working conditions. Subject to year-round outside weather conditions and extreme hazards including continuous contact with raw sewage, biological, and chemical waste and toxic discharges. Exposure to electrical hazards in wet conditions.

• Intermittent stress as a result of human behavior.

NOTE:

Persons employed in this position must pass a physical examination which shows the ability to perform heavy manual labor. Persons in this classification: 1) Are subject to callback and overtime. 2) Are subject to continual exposure to raw sewage and various types of disease.

3) Should consult with their physician on whether immunizations/vaccinations are advisable.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check in accordance with City policy and applicable law. Criminal offenses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and do not automatically disqualify a candidate from City employment.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

$ 19.43 - $25.54

DEPARTMENT

Public Utilities

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40

Need help applying? Please call our Recruitment team at 801-535-6699 or email careers@slcgov.com.

BENEFITSFull-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including:

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

• HSA or Flex Account (HSA – City contributes $1,000 - $2,000 annually into account, no match required)

• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• City-paid retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

• Wellness clinic for employees and their families

Paid Time Off

• 12 vacation days to start

• 12 paid holidays & 1 personal holiday

• Up to 80 hours of personal leave annually

• 6 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents

• Additional time off credit possible for rehires or new hires coming from another public jurisdiction

VETERAN EMPLOYER:

Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.

ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP

Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Our employees make a real difference with the work they do every day and are actively shaping our beautiful City's future.

We aspire to shape a better community and workplace, and as such, we are committed to pay equity. We are proud to have achieved gender pay equity as a leader in the Utah community by creating a workplace where there is equal opportunity for all.

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.