Springdale Water Utilities is now accepting applications for the position of Rehab Operator.

Job Description

Working under the direction of the Rehab Supervisor and supervision of the Distribution Manager and the Distribution Director, this individual is a member of a three-man crew working in the water distribution and sanitary sewer collection systems owned, operated, and maintained by Springdale Water Utilities, hereinafter referred to as the Utility.  The Rehab Crew is charged with the primary responsibility of sewer system rehabilitation; however, it is expected to perform other duties in the Utility’s water distribution and sanitary sewer system as directed by the Distribution Manager.  Individuals employed in this position are responsible for making sure health and safety measures are executed. This is a safety sensitive position. Pre-employment and random drug testing are required per DOT regulations.

This position is required to be on call (duty assignment) at scheduled weekly intervals and to be available for working outside normal business hours.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities To Meet Job Requirements

• Develop an understanding in the principles and operation of a sanitary sewer collection system
• Capable of being trained to operate a backhoe/loader, driving a dump truck with trailer, and becoming skilled in the operation and maintenance of modern equipment and tools used in the water distribution and sewer collection systems
• Demonstrate the ability to work safely and efficiently
• Demonstrate ability to understand and interpret verbal and written instructions, and write clearly and comprehensible
• Maintain a good attendance record
• Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with fellow crew members.  Work well with the public and supervisors.

Responsibilities

Actively participates in duties of a high performance three-member crew assigned to rehabilitate the Utility’s sanitary sewer system.  In addition to mitigating the amount of infiltration and inflow into the sewer collection system, the efforts of this crew are aimed at reducing overflows and sewer backups resulting from grease accumulation, root intrusion, broken pipe, defective joints, and other system defects.    From time to time this crew will assist with other maintenance duties in the sewer and water systems.  Work assignments shall include, but are not limited to the following:

• Clean, repair, and replace sewer mains, taps, laterals, siphons, and manholes
• Clear all blockages and remove grease/scum, rocks and other foreign matter accumulated in sewer mains, manholes, siphons and wet wells
• Rehabilitate manholes and adjust covers to proper grade
• Smoke testing and dye tracing to identify sources of inflow and infiltration
• Apply inhibitors and herbicides in sewers to mitigate the effects of root infestation
• Conduct flow monitoring to identify line segments and mini-systems with excessive inflow and infiltration
• Assist with efforts to update maps of the sanitary collection system
• Prepare reports and records to identify deficiencies found in the collection system and the corrective measures implemented
• Perform other duties required to improve the operation and efficiency of the sewer collection system
• Assist with the housekeeping, cleaning and maintenance of workplace facilities
• Clean and maintain all vehicles, equipment and tools assigned to the crew
• Assist other Utility crews and divisions, when called upon, in the maintenance and minor construction of the facilities for which they are responsible
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education & Training

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Obtain, within three (3) years, a Class II Water Distribution Operator’s License issued by the Arkansas Department of Health.  Employees in this position are strongly encouraged to obtain a Class IV Water Distribution Operator’s License. The Utility’s compensation system is designed to motivate employees to contribute to the maximum of their ability by compensating based on their job performance and meeting licensing requirements. Inability to obtain proper licenses, within a year of being eligible to test, will result in a decrease of potential merit increases.

Employee must obtain and maintain, within 6 months, a State of Arkansas Commercial Driver’s License commensurate with work duties and remain insurable by the carrier providing automotive insurance coverage to the Springdale Water and Sewer Commission. CDL Required

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Work is primarily performed outdoors, in every kind of weather conditions, and in wet, muddy, confined work spaces such as ditches, pits, underground vaults, manholes, and wet wells. Noise intensity ranges from moderate to extreme. Exposure to hazardous materials ranges from moderate to fairly high.  Sewer system work includes potential contact with odors and gases such as hydrogen sulfide and methane; in confined spaces where sufficient oxygen levels may be lacking; and working around wastewater. Employees are expected to work around moving objects or vehicles and to observe safety precautions while working in streets, highways and other public thoroughfares. The work requires dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment and tools; physical agility to reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; walk over rough, uneven surfaces; stand for extended periods of time; bend at the waist; the ability to hear and speak in order to exchange information; and occasionally lifting of moderately heavy items.

Salary range is $24.53-$36.60 DOE

Springdale Water provides an exceptional benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.