Salary : $56,317.56 – $77,634.44 Annually
Location : Burbank, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 230200B1
Department: Public Works Administrative Offices
Opening Date: 05/05/2023
Closing Date: 6/2/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Definition
OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT
Open to all qualified candidates.
Tentative examination dates for this recruitment:
Week of 06/23/23 – Blind Supplemental scoring
Week of 07/05/23 – Oral interview
Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.
Under general supervision, to perform a variety of skilled jobs in sewer, storm drain, and maintenance activities; to operate a variety of tools and equipment; to perform tasks for the safe operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater and storm water collection systems and related facilities; and perform related work as required.
Essential Functions
Performs skilled maintenance, construction, operation, inspection, and repair tasks according to required standards to ensure proper flows and minimum interruption of sewer and storm drain systems for commercial, industrial, and residential facilities; cleans and maintains storm drains, streets, alleys, and other infrastructure; operates special equipment and devices in the cleaning and maintenance of main sewers; shovels, tamps, and rakes asphalt; lays sewer pipe and repairs broken sewer lines; caulks and cements joints on sewer lines; televises sewer lines; cleans, repairs, and services manholes, catch basins, and sewer lines with hydrojet, rod or chemicals; makes excavation backfill to approved standard of compaction; inspects pump houses for flood control; performs confined space entry; establishes traffic flow by setting up cones, barricades, delineators and flags to ensure safety of workers; maintains proper care of equipment; implements safety regulations; records data and makes reports; promotes public health and safety by relieving sewer blockages and overflows; sets forms for rings and domes for new manholes; maintains the physical strength, agility, and endurance to perform the essential functions of this classification; may remove litter and debris from property violating litter code; and may act as lead worker over a small number of employees; drives on City business.
Minimum Qualifications
Employment Standards:
Knowledge of the common tools and materials used in wastewater collection, storm water collection, construction, and maintenance work; safety regulations; and safety precautions necessary in operation of equipment.
Skill in working with tools in sewers and heavy traffic areas such as streets, alleys, and intersections; physical strength, agility, and endurance.
Ability to operate closed circuit television (CCTV) equipment, jet rodder, mechanical rodder, vacuum truck, backhoe, skip loader, dump truck, pneumatic tools plugs, power equipment, hand tools, shoring and shore jacks; communicate effectively orally and in writing; understand and follow oral and written instructions, and rough working diagrams; work with a small group or alone, and without continuous supervision; perform work in inclement weather; lift heavy loads; supervise the work of a small crew, establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.
Education/Training: Two years of experience in the wastewater, storm water, or closely related field including one year at a higher level than Laborer.
Special Conditions & Requirements: Employees in this classification are required by applicable laws and regulations to have respiratory protection and shall comply with the American National Standards Institute’s requirements on Practices for Respiratory Protection. Willingness and ability to respond to after hour emergency calls and to work weekends and holidays as required. Must have the physical strength, agility, and endurance to perform the required duties.
Licenses & Certificates: A valid California Class “B” driver’s license or equivalent with tanker endorsement and without air brake restriction or equivalent at time of appointment.
Supplemental Information
Desirable Qualifications: California Water Environment Association (CWEA) grade 1 in collection system maintenance at time of appointment, with the ability to acquire a grade 2 within 2 years of appointment.
This job title is represented by the Burbank City Employees’ Association (BCEA)
The City of Burbank offers excellent employee benefits, please click on the following link for additional information regarding employee benefits: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/employee-benefits
Additionally, there are Benefit Summary Sheets for each represented and unrepresented employee group that provide a more detailed summary of benefits. There are also some Benefit Summary Sheets for specific job titles. To access the Benefit Summary Sheets, please click here: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/benefits-summary-sheets
Please note, employee benefits vary based on employment status – full-time or part-time; regular or temporary, and many benefits are not applicable to temporary employees.
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You must answer the following question in order to be considered for the position. The purpose of this Supplemental Questionnaire is to give you an opportunity to provide additional information regarding your specific qualifications for the position of Collection Systems Journeyman. This Supplemental Questionnaire is considered part of your application process and will be evaluated along with your application on a competitive basis to determine which applicants will proceed to the next step in the selection process.INSTRUCTIONSAnswer should be complete, specific, and precise. Incomplete, illegible, vague, or excessively long responses to any question may disqualify you from being considered further for the position. Please be specific in answering the Supplemental Questions, as they will be used to evaluate which applicants will be given further consideration in the process. DO NOT answer, “see resume” or “see application” as these are not valid answers. Click “Yes” to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.
- Yes
- No
02
How many years of experience do you have in wastewater, storm water, or a closely related field?
- 0-11 months
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3+ years
03
How many years of experience do you have above the position of Laborer?
- 0-11 months
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3+ years
04
Do you currently possess a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) certification in Collection Systems Maintenance? If so, please indicate the Grade.
- Grade I
- Grade II
- Grade III
- Grade IV
- Do not currently possess certification.
05
Do you currently possess a valid California Class “B” Driver’s License or equivalent, with Tanker Endorsement, and without air brake restriction or equivalent?
- Yes
- No
06
Do you currently possess training and certification in any of the following:
- Confined space entry
- Confined space rescue
- First Aid/CPR
- Blood Borne Pathogens
07
How many years of experience do you possess in Collections Systems Operations & Maintenance?
- None
- 2 years or less
- 2+ to 5 years
- 5+ to 10 years
- Over 10 years
08
This classification is expected to be on-call for after-hours work beyond daytime working hours. Please indicate all times you are available to report to work:
- Evenings
- Late at Night
- Weekends
- Holidays
09
I understand that all requested information must be furnished on the application itself. Resumes and/or attachments may be included, but CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED for a completed application form. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, “See resume” is not an acceptable response under Duties. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. If I do not provide information on my application under Education, Experience, and/or License and Certificates sections that I meet the minimum qualifications for the position I am applying for, I will be deemed “not qualified” and may not proceed in the recruitment.
- YES
Required Question