Wastewater Collection Operator

Job Summary

WASTEWATER COLLECTION OPERATOR I-IV

PUBLIC WORKS

$21.40 - $29.73/HOURLY

$44,519 - $61,830/ ANNUALLY

(HIRE IN RANGE; DOQ)

POSITION IS FLSA NON-EXEMPT

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APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 4/3/2025 5:00 PM

OVERVIEW

The City of Kingman is located in Mohave County approximately 100 miles southeast of Las Vegas and 195 miles northwest of Phoenix nestled between the beautiful Cerbat and Hualapai Mountain Ranges along historic Route 66. In 2019, Reader’s Digest named Kingman one of the “Nicest Places in Arizona” for its thoughtful residents and spirit of generosity. In addition to its small-town look and feel, the area also offers a wide range of recreational activities that include hiking, bike and ATV trails, camping, golf, beautiful parks, historical attractions, nearby lakes, and the Colorado River. With more than 400 full and part-time employees across 30 divisions, the City of Kingman provides exceptional public services to over 30,000 residents. Our focus on high-quality customer service, safety, and teamwork underpins our efforts to foster an atmosphere where citizens and businesses can thrive.
For more information about the City of Kingman, please see our Open Finance Portal , Choose Kingman Economic Development page, and our Go Kingman tourism page for more information.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled technical and maintenance work in the operation, maintenance and repair of sewer collection systems.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the supervision of the Wastewater Superintendent and/or Wastewater Collections Maintenance Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None generally. May supervise maintenance personnel.

Minimum Qualifications/Special Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, and 3 years qualifying experience, including 1 year of operational experience as a Grade I-IV certified wastewater collections operator; or
• Two (2) years post-secondary education in a related technical field and 1 year of qualifying experience, including 1 year as a Grade I-IV certified wastewater collections operator; or
• A bachelor’s degree in a qualifying discipline and 1-year experience as a certified Grade I-IV wastewater collections operator.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Arizona Driver's license and
• Class B CDL will be obtained within six months of hire.

Wastewater Collection Operator I

• Arizona Certification as a Wastewater Collection Operator Grade I
• High School Diploma, two (2) year Postsecondary Degree, Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Wastewater Collection Operator II

• Arizona Certification as a Wastewater Collection Operator Grade I
• High School Diploma and one (1) year of qualified experience as a Grade I operator; or
• Two (2) year Postsecondary Degree and one (1) year of qualifying experience, including six (6) months as a Grade 1; or
• Bachelor's Degree or Higher and six (6) months of qualifying experience

Wastewater Collection Operator III

• Arizona Certification as a Wastewater Collection Operator Grade III
• High School Diploma and two (2) years of qualifying experience, including one year as a Grade 2 operator; or
• Two (2) Year Postsecondary Degree and 18 months of qualifying experience as a Grade 2 operator; or
• Bachelor's Degree or Higher and one (1) year of qualifying experience

Wastewater Collection Operator IV

• Arizona Certification as a Wastewater Collection Operator Grade VI
• High School Diploma and three (3) years of qualifying experience, including one year as a Grade 3 operator; or
• Two (2) Year Postsecondary Degree and 30 months of qualifying experience, including one (1) year as a Grade 3 operator; or
• Bachelor's Degree or Higher and two (2) years of qualifying experience

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates and maintains sewage lift stations; Cleans wet wells and operates pumps and valves to control and adjust flow.
• Inspects collection lines for stoppages or damage, performs preventive maintenance on collection system equipment, unplugs, cleans and maintains lines, sets up traffic safety devices.
• Hydraulically cleans collection lines with high pressure equipment. Uses CCTV equipment to inspect City collection system activities.
• Checks and maintains manholes for corrosion and roaches. Maintains a variety of records relating to inspections, maintenance, and collection system activities as set by Local, State and Federal Statutes.
• Shall maintain collection system to meet CMOM compliance.
• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

• Serves on various employee or other committees as assigned.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in wastewater collection system maintenance and operation activities.
• Skill in operation of some of the listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform process control calculations; Ability to work safely; Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public; Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Motor vehicle, hydro machine, CCTV, generators, pumps, gauges, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, detection devices, mobile radio, laptop computer and cell phone.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; talk or hear; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Miscellaneous

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud.

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY & WELLNESS

It is the policy of the City of Kingman to ensure a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees. It requires that every person in the organization assumes the responsibility of individual and organizational safety. Injury and illness losses from incidents are costly and preventable. The City of Kingman will employ an effective accident and illness prevention program and a comprehensive wellness program that involves all its employees in the effort to eliminate workplace hazards and promote employee health and wellness. All employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and wellness program activities including the following: reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to their supervisors or a safety committee representative; wearing required personal protective equipment; and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

DISCLAIMER

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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2023-2024 Benefit Guide (PDF)

The City of Kingman is a2022, 2023, and 2024Gallagher Best-in-Class employer. This award recognizes our commitment to supporting better employee wellbeing and building a resilient organizational culture.

At the City of Kingman, we strive to provide a world-class work environment where employee well-being is a valued priority. Our benefits are thoughtfully designed to be competitive and affordable, allowing each person to take care of themselves and their loved ones.We also work hard to ensure that our employees are appropriately compensated and appreciated, while providing opportunities for professional development and career mobility.

Health

• Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Telemedicine available through BlueCare Anywhere for general medical and behavioral health.
• Flexible spending (FSA) or health savings accounts (HSA)
  • The City of Kingman offers a maximum allocation of $33.33 per pay period for individual coverage and up to $66.67 per pay period for family coverage towards the employee's Health Savings Account (HSA). Over the span of 24 pay periods, this totals a maximum of $800 for individual coverage and up to $1,600 for family coverage. Contributions are typically available approximately 5-7 business days after each pay date.
• Employer-paid group basic life insurance coverage for employee and dependents on medical plan
  • Supplemental group insurance and third-party options available
• Personify Health, our comprehensive well-being platform designed to push you towardsgood health in mind, body and spirit
  • Participation incentives with up to $300 redeemable annually
• Work/Life support services through SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Six free counseling sessions annually.
• The Northwest Arizona Employee Benefit Trust (“NAEBT”), to which the City of Kingman is a member, posts it meeting Notices, Agendas and Minutes on the NAEBT website, which can be found at www.naebt.org .

Leave

• 12 paid holidays , including a floating birthday holiday each year.
• 16-35 paid vacation days per year
  • 6.15 hrs. 1-5 years; 7.69 hrs. 5-10 yrs.; 9.23 hrs. 10-15 yrs.; 10.77 hrs. 15+ yrs.
  • Shift fire personnel accrue leave at 1/3 more per pay period.

• 3.69 sick hours per pay period (approx. 9-12 sick days per year)
  • Shift fire personnel accrue leave at 1/3 more per pay period.
  • Part-time/seasonal employees earn 1 hours of sick time for every 30 hours worked.

Other leave types available, including bereavement, military training, and jury duty. Leave donation program
Financial

• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,500 annually
• Shift differential pay (2nd & 3rd shift)
• Bonus Programs
• Skill-based, Certification & Bilingual Pay
• Clothing Allowance for Uniformed Personnel

Recognition & Appreciation

• Service Awards at 5 ($500), 10 ($1000), 15 ($1500), 20 ($2000)+ years of service
• Mission, Vision, Values (MVV) Excellence Awards
• Safety Awards
• Biannual All-Employee BBQ Lunch
• Annual Employee Pool Party

Retirement

• City matching to AZ State Retirement System & Long Term Disability (ASRS)
• Additional retirement solutions available through optional third-party on pre-tax basis, including457-deferred compensation and Roth IRA.

Closing Date/Time: 4/3/2025 5:00 PM Arizona

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