Wastewater Utility Worker

Company: Town of Gilbert
Location: Gilbert
Posted on: October 14, 2020

Job Description:

We Are Team GilbertGilbert, AZ is one of the fastest growing communities in the United States. We are the 5th largest city in Arizona, the 85th largest in the U.S., and has been named the #1 Safest City in Arizona, the 3rd Most Livable City in the U.S., as well as one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies to Work For.But there is more work to be done!Come be a part of the team tasked with making Gilbert the City of the Future! Team Gilbert is focused on keeping the thriving community that Gilbert is today well into the future. Stagnation isn't an option, we choose our mission to: Anticipate, Create, Help people. This means that we anticipate change, create solutions, and help people and businesses.Team Gilbert is a high-performing, collaborative team of innovators whose work makes our community better every day. We hire people who share our aspiration to be driven, kind, bold, and humble.Join Team Gilbert, not just in choosing the future, but creating it: https://youtu.be/GEQEgVPku9IWe Are SeekingWith every job we fill, our focus is on providing best in class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment. Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Wastewater Utility Worker.The Wastewater Utility Worker reports to the Wastewater Utility Supervisor. The primary function of this position is to perform skilled and semi-skilled duties related to reclaimed, recharge or waste water collection. Follows preventative maintenance procedures and schedules on vehicles, equipment and hand tools. Inspects and monitors work-related conditions to determine compliance with prescribed operating and safety procedures in order to protect public and worker safety including the use of personal protective equipment. Must be able to work independently or within a team.Additional essential duties depending on the area of assignment include but are not limited to:* Performs the proper construction, maintenance and repair techniques and procedures for work associated with the reclaimed water distribution system infrastructure;* Monitor water volumes that are delivered to percolation basins and customer sites;* Assist with repair of CCTV equipment;* Cleans and repairs sewer mains, force mains and plumbing at lift stations and assist with odor control operations;* Maintains and repairs irrigation ditches, underground distribution lines, gates, valves, roadways and percolation pond perimeter fences;* May work in confined spaces such as manholes, vaults or wells;* Prepares work reports;* Other duties as assigned.About YouYou are someone who effectively exceeds customer needs by building productive relationships, and taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty. You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes. You are committed to our safety philosophy, and you take great pride in proactively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives and achieving goals beyond what is required.At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:* High School Diploma or GED* 1 years of specialized or technical training beyond high school in water, wastewater or related field (may include on-the-job training)* 1 year of experience, depending on area of assignment in water, reclaimed water, distribution system operation, including maintenance practices or working knowledge of wastewater collection systems, maintenance, operation and general construction.* Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement at the time of hire* ADEQ Grade I Wastewater Collections, Water Distribution or Water/Wastewater Treatment Certification within 1 year of hire (in at least one or more of the above mentioned areas)* Office of Pest Management Pesticide Applicators License preferred* NASSCO Certification for pipe assessment and manhole assessment preferredThis position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation. Up For the Challenge?In addition to a competitive salary, Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement and more.Join Team Gilbert and make an income while making an impact! If you are looking for an opportunity to make a visible contribution to our community, and get excited about doing interesting work that matters, then why not click that "Apply" button at the top there? We can't think of a better place to put your talents to work.Let's get this adventure started!This is a continuous posting with the first review of applications taking place on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 and then every other Tuesday thereafter until all positions are filled.Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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