PUMPING STATION OPERATOR / SEWER REPAIRER 1

Code: 06026 Local Non-Competitive

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under direction, operates, adjusts, regulates, and maintains water and/or sewage pumping station equipment used for the conveyance, transmission, or distribution of wastewater for treatment or disposal and/or the transfer of raw water to treatment plant, and/or the distribution of treated water to residential, commercial, or industrial establishments; does related work as required. Under supervision, performs varied tasks involved in maintenance and repair of sewers and clearing stoppages in main line and home sewer connections; does other related duties as required.

Examples of work

Operates, maintains, and makes minor repairs to pumping equipment to transfer raw water or sewage to treatment plant, or distribute processed water to residential, commercial, and industrial establishments. Operates and maintains chlorinators, meters, and communitors. Turns valves, pulls levers, and flips switches to operate and control turbine, electric motor, combustion, or diesel driven pumps that transfer water from reservoir to treatment plant, or transfer processed water to consumer establishments, or transfer sewage from homes, industrial, or commercial establishments to sewage treatment plant. Reads flowmeter and gauges to regulate equipment according to water consumption demand or wastewater (sewage) flows. Inspects equipment to detect malfunctions such as pump leaks or worn bearings. Repairs and lubricates equipment using handtools. Takes periodic readings of flowmeters, pressure gauges, gasoline or diesel meters, thermometers, and other recording equipment. Records data such as utilization of equipment, power consumption, and water output in log. May install, maintain, repair, and observe proper operation of electrical motors and generators, electric motor controls, and electronic and telemetry equipment . May use a computer telemetry system to detect possible problems in the overall water system operation. May operate equipment to treat and process raw water. May operate mechanical or hydraulic sewer cleaning equipment. May test water for chlorine content, alkalinity, acidity, or turbidity to determine potability of water following color analysis standards. May obtain sewage samples and transport the samples for analysis by others. May enter manholes, syphon chambers, and wet and dry wells to perform routine maintenance and cleaning of the system or equipment. Regulates and adjusts the flow and pressure of water by starting and stopping pumps or by opening and closing valves. May adjust chemical feed systems for control of odors. Keeps the working areas, pumping stations, and surrounding grounds in a clean and sanitary condition. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Cleans storm water drains and sewer catch basins. Repairs broken sewer lines. Replaces worn parts. Installs new sewer pipes. Locates sewer drains, pipes, and appurtenances. Inserts wire snakes or pressure hoses designed to clear stoppages in home sewer line connections. Operates sump pumps to clear flooded basements of water. Enters main sewers and inserts sewer rodding lines or pressure hoses. Assists in clearing home sewer connections and main sewer stoppages by performing routine manual work. Assists in the operation of sewer rodding or sewer dragging equipment when required. Performs manual and unskilled labor work as required. Maintains records and files. Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Experience

One (1) year of experience in sewer installation or repair work and/or in varied plumbing work and/or in the operation and maintenance of sewer maintenance equipment OR one (1) year of experience as a laborer in a public works department.

License

Appointees may be required to possess a current valid license of the appropriate class issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to operate a public wastewater collection system and/or public water distribution system. Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position. Appointees may be required to possess a valid water and/or wastewater operator license of the appropriate class, depending on the permit level of the facility, issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. The appointing authority is responsible for the verification of the license. Appointees may be required to possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class and type of vehicle being operated.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Knowledge of procedures used in operating, adjusting, regulating, and maintaining pumping station pumps, valves, and other equipment. Knowledge of methods used in checking the flow and level in sewage storage chambers. Knowledge of methods and problems involved in taking accurate readings of flowmeter, pressure gauges, thermometers, and other recording apparatus. Knowledge of the use of odor control materials. Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions. Ability to operate, adjust, regulate, maintain, and make minor repairs to electrically, combustion, or diesel engine driven centrifugal pumps, flowmeter, indicators, sump pumps, and other mechanical and electrical pumping equipment. Ability to check and adjust the flow and levels in sewage storage chambers. Ability to maintain pumping stations in sanitary and neat condition. Ability to take accurate readings of flowmeter, pressure gauges, thermometers, and other recording apparatus. Ability to determine whether the equipment is working properly. Ability to understand the significance of various gauges. Ability to keep essential records. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible. CODES: LG- CAH/hw 2/28/97 This job specification is for local government use only. SEWER REPAIRER 1 Knowledge of the methods and equipment used to repair sewers. Knowledge of appropriate safety protocols and procedures. Knowledge of methods and procedures used to locate and clear sewer stoppages. Knowledge of various types of sewer repair materials and related uses. Knowledge of sewer operational methods. Knowledge of sewer cleaning methods. Knowledge of sewer pipe and line installation methods. Ability to perform tasks from oral and written instructions and by demonstration. Ability to perform manual labor tasks. Ability to perform routine and somewhat challenging mechanical operations. Ability to obtain, use, store, and safeguard equipment, materials, and supplies. Ability to maintain records and files. Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible. CODE: @ 11/18/2024 DUAL TITLE CODE:

Note

The definition and examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. The responsibility for ensuring that employees possess the required motor vehicle license, commensurate with the class and type of vehicles they operate, rests with the Appointing Authority. Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.