Wastewater Collection Lines Mechanic I

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install and repair wastewater lines.
• Remove inflow and infiltration with Avanti Grout Injection Process, installs inside drops to channel wastewater flow properly into the wastewater collections system.
• Install manholes, repair and core manholes, and replace manhole covers.
• Inspect wastewater lines for breaks and make repairs.
• Assists contractors with force main condition assessments and line pigging projects.
• Inspect easements, exposed force mains, and air release valves and perform maintenance needed.
• Cuts and removes asphalt for line repairs and repairs asphalt upon completion of line work.
• Performs confined space work to include gravity and air release manholes and wet wells.
• Rebuild plugs and air release valves.
• Creates and resolves work orders in the Maximo database, describing work completed, smoke and dye testing, manpower utilized, materials, equipment, and establishes follow-up work orders as needed.
• Utilizes GIS maps to locate and document work.
• Performs laser transit for shooting elevations for pipe and manhole installation.
• Operates heavy equipment, including an excavator, front-end loader, track hoe, bobcat, asphalt roller, etc., and trains other employees on the safe operation of equipment.
• Distributes door hangers for smoke tests, performs smoke and dye tests to locate additional sources of inflow and infiltration, and maps/documents all test results.
• Visually inspects the sanitary sewer collection system for inflow and infiltration activities by visually monitoring mains, for flow amounts, and inspecting manholes.
• Serves as customer liaison for wastewater backups, line repairs, smoke tests, and dye tests.
• Serves "on call" for emergency response (as needed).

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Position requires a high school diploma or GED; supplemented by one (1) to two (2) years of previous experience, vocational/technical training and/or training involving plumbing, piping, and mechanics; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina Driver's License, a South Carolina Commercial Driver's License - Class B, and a Wastewater Collection License - Level D.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Position requires a strong mechanical/technical aptitude to effectively and consistently perform complex troubleshooting and complete appropriate repairs.
• Computer skills with proficiency in Maximo, Microsoft Outlook, payroll software, and GIS mapping.
• Certified in Traffic Control.
• Skilled in oral, written and electronic communication with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.

SALARY RANGE

$44,142 - $68,421

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