CR.334.COL.JC2.Collections Oper-In-Training.NP

Qualifications:
Collections Operator-In-Training - Wastewater Operations
Basic Qualifications
High School diploma or GED
MUST Possess valid Class B Commercial Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of collection system and tools, equipment, materials used to maintain and repair system
Knowledge or previous experience in water or wastewater treatment, operations, or collections
Has applicable OSHA training including but not limited to Confined Space Entry and Lockout/Tag out procedures
Has obtained the NJDEP C1 Operators License

Responsibilities:
General Statement
Performs a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of the collection system on an assigned shift. An NJDEP C1 Operators License will need to be obtained within the first two years of employment with .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assists Collections Operator in the use of sewer cleaning, clearing and rodding equipment and all repairs to collection systems
Assists Collections Operator in the cleaning of bar screen facilities located throughout the collection system
Assists in performing weekly preventive maintenance on all equipment as needed
Learns and gains skills in a variety of equipment and tools used in maintaining the collection system
Understands and carries out oral and written directions
Assists in keeping maintenance records using a CMMS system, develop computer spreadsheets, and use Word and Excel
Ability to read and interpret sewer maps, construction plans, prints, specifications and Operations and Maintenance Manuals
Ability to diagnose simple wastewater collection system problems
Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work
Performs other duties as required
Performs Activity Hazard Analysis and Pre Task Plan
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
The work area can involve a working environment indoors as well as outdoors, which could cause exposure to outdoor elements; proper environmental attire will be required. Some areas can have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, pathogens and various chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.
Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, twist and bend at the waist, turn, kneel, squat, raise arms above shoulder height, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination to work on equipment and piping, have vision sufficient to maintain collection system, have hearing in the normal range with or without correction. In an 8-hour shift must be able to transport self across the facility, ascend and descend stair steps, lift objects up to 50 pounds from floor level to waist height, climb and work off of a ladder or scaffold and climb into and out of vehicles having high ground clearance, carry a 50 pound tool box up a flight of stairs, use arms and back to tighten and loosen nuts and bolts; work in confined spaces and wear and use appropriate safety equipment.

Comments/Special Instructions
Candidate must have a CDL B license at hire. In the past, candidates were given 6 months to obtain one, but that is no longer the case.
Please advise candidate must also once hired with  obtain the NJDEP Collections C1 License within two years of date of hire.  pays for training materials, first exam, and to maintain the license TCHs required but not for the time to take the course. Candidate, once trained, will be required to be on the on call list which candidate will be on call from Friday 330 PM until the following Friday 330 PM, they are paid 4 OT hours per week to be on call plus the call outs are overtime.