Sewer Collections Operator - Waterbury, CT

Collections Operator

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you'll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them people.

As a Collections Operator, you'll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services uninterrupted. Based in Waterbury, CT you'll have the opportunity to perform a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of the sewer collection system on an assigned shift or emergency basis. You'll contribute to the success of our program with efficient preventive maintenance and effective solutions to challenges that may arise in municipal facilities.

Primary duties include but are not limited to :

• Operate and maintain equipment including but not limited to backhoe, excavator, CCTV truck, skid steer, and vactor / jetter truck, and equipment used in trenchwork.
• Clean and clear sewer lines.
• Repair sewer lines.
• Adjust manhole covers and replace manhole frames.
• Inspect, camera, repair, and maintain flowing conditions in the sewer system.
• Perform operation and maintenance tasks at the landfill South End Disposal Area (SEDA) and pump stations around the City.
• Complete work orders and field complaint forms.
• Perform other duties as required.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we'll help you grow what drives you and deliver the world's most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

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Working Conditions & Physical Requirements :

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services. Due to the nature of the job passing a Pre-employment physical is required to ensure candidates for this position are physically and functionally fit to perform the essential physical work functions of this safety sensitive position without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others.

The physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties of this position include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands, which may include the ability to stoop, kneel, squat, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing and cardiorespiratory demands. The work areas may be indoor, outdoor, have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.

The base salary range for this position is $49,300.00 to $64,100.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.