Sewer Maintenance Worker

City of Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, Iowa United States  View Map
Posted: Sep 20, 2024
  • Salary: $30.19 - $31.46 Hourly USD
  • Full Time
  • Building Maintenance
  • Job Description

    Distinguishing Features of the Class

    Under immediate supervision, to perform maintenance and construction of storm and sanitary sewers. This role involves inspecting, cleaning and repairing sewer lines and the sewer system.

    Acceptable Experience and Training

    • Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
    • One (1) year experience in sewer maintenance or construction work.


    Required Special Qualifications

    • Possession of a valid Iowa Class B CDL with tank endorsement and allowing the operation of vehicles with airbrakes.
    • Candidates for positions in this class must pass a pre-employment background check, physical examination and drug screen.

    Please Note: If you possess an out-of-state Driver's License, submittal of certified driving record is required. All records should be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department; electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org , by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317 by the application deadline date.

    Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

    • Uses rods, slabs, nozzles, rotating cutters and other devices to remove clogs and obstructions from sewer lines;
    • Flushes sewers using high-pressure hoses;
    • Assists with installation of new sewer lines or system upgrades by digging trenches, laying pipes and installing new sanitary and storm sewer lines;
    • Backfills gaps around pipe, manholes and inlets;
    • Tamps fill to create a solid, even surface;
    • Breaks in sewer lines;
    • Caulks joints with cement, corktight, hocum, rubber gaskets, etc;
    • Assists in constructing concrete forms for concrete manholes and spillways;
    • Cleans catchbasins using an adapter;
    • Cleans culverts, drains and ditches;
    • Operates air hammers, pumps, compressors and similar equipment;
    • Builds, repairs and maintains fences;
    • Removes snow from streets and sidewalks using public works vehicles;
    • Applies salt, anti-icing and de-icing chemicals to roads;
    • Operates dump trucks and similar equipment;
    • Performs related work as required.


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    Closing Date/Time: 10/4/2024 4:00 PM Central
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Des Moines
    • City of Des Moines

    Des Moines is the capital city and is the commercial, financial, transportation, and governmental hub of Iowa.  Extending over 80 square miles, Des Moines is home to over 212,000 people and the central city of a metropolitan area of approximately 634,000. Des Moines is a vibrant city, intersected by the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers.

    Des Moines is a city with many cultural amenities, ease of commuting, Iowa State government, three higher education institutions, good schools, ample shopping, affordable housing, fine dining, great health care, and a stable high-performing local government. It also is the home of the Iowa State Fair and is the host to countless conventions, trade shows, and sporting and entertainment events each year.

     

     

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