STREETS, SANITATION, PARKS
There are several Temporary Part-Time positions available in the Streets, Sanitation and Parks Divisions.
Please submit applications to Kris Hansen at 1402 N. Jeffers, (308) 535-6700 or email to HansenKL@ci.north-platte.ne.us
Click here to download a City of North Platte Employment Application
WATER SYSTEM PROTECTION SPECIALIST II
NATURE OF WORK
Under general supervision performs and leads others in work in implementation, operation and maintenance of a backflow prevention program as required by City ordinances and State and Federal regulations; establishes and carries out a Well Head Protection Plan and other water and wastewater duties; leads other workers in their duties and acts as a relief in their absence.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Tests and repairs cross connection control devices, performs premise surveys of customer buildings and grounds, identifies problems with backflow preventers, determines flow of structures with multiple water use process, repairs and replaces essential parts of backflow preventers.
Performs, or causes to be performed, cross-connection surveys to determine where and what type of backflow prevention device is required by City Ordinances and State and EPA regulations; advises property owners of requirements necessary to control cross-connections.
Keeps accurate written records on all devices including operational, maintenance and repairs; arranges scheduling of annual testing of backflow prevention devices with property owners.
Checks mud and grease traps for proper design and maintenance; surveys areas around wells and devises plan of action to protect wells from contamination; checks for leaks in water lines and plugs in sewer lines; responds to after-hour and emergency calls.
Supervise and record all related backflow related plumbing inspections on all new residential and commercial facilities apply for water service.
Supervise the Water Departments construction water program, which includes 40 residential and 6 fire hydrant devices.
Assist plumbers and testers in the repair maintenance and testing of all types of backflow prevention devices.
Performs other work which is consistent with the essential elements of the job.
DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Knowledge of federal, state and local water and wastewater standards.
Knowledge of water and wastewater department operations and measures to maintain sanitary potable water supply.
Knowledge of mud and grease trap operation and maintenance.
Knowledge of general plumbing.
Ability to test and repair all types of backflow prevention devices.
Ability to keep accurate written records on all testing, maintenance and repairs of all backflow prevention devices and of cross-connection survey in commercial, industrial and residential establishment.
Ability to communicate in person, by telephone and two-way radio; ability to read and understand instructions, manuals, testing dials and data on a computer monitor.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with property owners, water users and representatives of State and Federal agencies.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Any combination of experience and training equivalent to graduation from high school and three years of experience with a water and sanitary sewer department or related work.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid commercial driver’s license as required by the State; possession of a Grade 6 Water operator license. May require Grade 4 Wastewater Certificate and Grade 1 Water operator license.
PAY: $24.26-$34.96
UNION: YES
FLSA: Non-exempt
UTILITY MAINTENANCE WORKER
NATURE OF WORK
Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled and skilled work; leads and works on small crew in the installation and maintenance of a water pumping, transmission and distribution system and a sanitary sewer collection system, including lift stations. Supervision is received from an Administrative or technical superior and Senior Maintenance Worker.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Constructs and repairs sanitary sewer and water systems using tractor backhoe, dump truck, skid steer loader and utility truck; provides residential and commercial sewer and water taps.
Operates jet flusher, dump truck, rodding equipment and utility truck in connection with the cleaning and inspection of sanitary sewers and television inspections; descends into sanitary sewer manholes or trench excavations.
Completes work tickets detailing all work performed.
Works and supervises small crew in installation and repair of water mains and service lines and sanitary sewer lines; taps main; installs and performs maintenance on fire hydrants and valves.
Checks and maintains hydrants and valves in the water distribution system; repairs hydrants or valves in the field.
Performs construction services for contractors and plumbers involved in new construction to include; flushing, chlorination and sampling of new mains; shut down of mains; installing tapping sleeves and valves; installing and/or abandoning valves, hydrants and service connection.
Repairs water and sewer main breaks which includes determining location of the break; removing paving excavating main for repair; installing repairs to broken mains; flushing mains and repairing service.
Responds to after hours water and sewer emergencies on call.
Measures and records location of valves, curb stops and manholes; Takes samples on water.
Monitors computer to control water and sewer systems.
Checks, services and repairs lift stations, wells and pumps; services and occasionally repairs equipment; prepares area and replaces concrete and asphalt.
Performs other work which is consistent with the essential elements of the job.
DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Knowledge of the operating requirement of equipment used in the maintenance and repair or the water and sewer system collection, treatment and water distribution systems.
Knowledge of the operational procedures involved in operating and maintaining a properly functioning water supply and distribution system or sanitary sewer collection and treatment system.
Knowledge of the principles and practices regarding the operation of water distribution and sewerage collection systems.
Ability to communicate in person, by telephone and two-way radio; ability to read and understand instructions, maps, location sketches, similar documents, and a computer screen.
Skill in the use of special types of tools and equipment normally used in the work and the ability to instruct workers in their respective uses.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Graduation from a senior high school or equivalent and progressive experience from entry to the maximum of this classification with considerable experience in the operation of equipment and trucks assigned to the department.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of Grade 4 Water Certification; possession of a valid commercial driver’s license as required by the State.
PAY: $20.01-$28.56
UNION: YES
FLSA: Non-exempt