MT OLYMPUS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
3932 SOUTH 500 EAST
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH 84107
801-262-2904
JOB POSTING
Posted: April 17, 2025
Closings: April 30, 2025
Full time employment position available for a Wastewater Collection System Operator with a grade III or grade IV Certificate. Position isin the Lines Maintenance department. This position is open to outside candidates.
PAY SCALE & BENEFITS: Hourly $ 32.00. Wage is negotiable with a grade IV certificate and experience. If applying with only a grade III certificate, applicate must be able successfully complete the grade IV testing within 6 months. Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, pension and more.
DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
See attached job description.
Application procedure is as follows:
Effective 4/22/25, submit a District Job Application at https://mtoidut.gov/employment and email an up-to-date resume to [email protected] by end of day April 30, 2025. Applications and resumes may also be delivered to attention: Human Resources 3932 S 500 E, SLC Ut 84107.
Applicants will be pre-screened according to the above job qualifications. Selection will be made by the General Manager and Lines Maintenance Superintendent.
Mt Olympus Improvement District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. State of Utah nepotism laws and suggested guidelines will be enforced.
If you would like to apply for this job and need assistance due to a disability, please notify Mt Olympus Improvement District, two (2) days or more in advance regarding the type of assistance you require by calling Stephen Rohwer, CFO/Asst GM, 801-317-8450.
Mt Olympus Improvement District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Description
GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs a variety of entry level skilled duties related to the maintenance, and repair of waste water collection system.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Line Superintendent, Assistant Line Superintendent or Crew Leader.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Conducts daily manhole surveys to check for damaged lids and rings; operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment as needed to install, maintain and repair manholes, grates etc.; replaces or resets manholes as needed to bring them up to road grade; may perform as a safety flagman during highway operations.
Travels district collection system routes to monitor line conditions, observes system flow, may take flow meter readings and removes debris and obstructions to prevent line back-ups and property damage.
Drives and operates district heavy and technical equipment in the maintenance, construction, and repair of district main and lateral sewer lines; including, backhoe/loader, jet flusher/vacuum, jet flusher/non-vac, rodder, TV truck; drives and operates boom truck, dump truck(s), and water truck.
Performs line cleaning and flushing; may enter manholes to remove obstructions; utilizes various equipment and apparatus in the daily performance of projects, including early warning devices, harness, winch, gas detector, pumps, compressor, compactor and fork lift.
Performs general and routine maintenance on assigned equipment; assures compliance with all safety requirements related to various types of equipment.
Performs building and grounds maintenance; participates in the loading of field data in to computer applications as needed to retrieve information and statistics.
Performs related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. Education and Experience:
A. Graduation from a standard senior high school;
OR
GED
B. No experience necessary, but preferred
OR
C. An equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working knowledge of basic hand and power tools required to install and maintain pipe line. Some knowledge of basic hygiene; basic automotive mechanics; hydraulics.
Ability to adapt to emergency or unusual situations; tolerate weather extremes in the work place; communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; perform strenuous manual labor; develop working effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and the public; to lift 70 lbs.
3. Special Qualifications
Must work toward a Wastewater Systems Operator certification (at least grade I).
Must obtain a valid Utah State CDL, including air brake and tanker endorsements.
Must be willing to work shift schedules, on-call and 24 hour standby.
Must obtain Flagman Traffic Control Certification.
Must obtain other certifications as required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Daily exposure to hazardous conditions such as working in traffic and around manholes; daily potential for hazardous exposure to methane, hydrogen sulfide and chlorine gases; daily potential for hazardous exposure to oxygen deficient atmosphere; daily exposure to seasonal changes and weather extremes; daily potential for hazardous exposure to electrical shock, industrial wastes and raw sewage (containing pathogens such as typhoid, paratyphoid, dysentery, polio, tetanus, etc.); daily exposure to moving parts and equipment such as pumps, motors, heavy equipment, etc.; daily exposure to stressful environmental conditions such as dust, fumes, dampness, cold, heat and noise.
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Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. Management reserves the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions
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