Vacuum/Rodder Operator

About the role

This is skilled work in the operation of the Tandem Vacuum/Rodder Truck and medium to heavy automotive and related equipment. Work involves responsibility for safe and efficient operations of the Vacuum/Rodder Truck and related equipment requiring considerable manipulative skills to operate. Cargo will include silt and debris collected from drainage structures and pipe systems. Operation of assigned equipment is normally a full-time task. However, work of a general laboring nature is performed as required. Guidance and direction is provided to employees of same or lower level. Work is performed independently in accordance with established policies and procedures. Plan, organize and direct preventative maintenance to closed storm draining systems.

Responsibilities

• Operation of Vacuum/Rodder Truck removing silt and debris from storm drain structures
• Operates Vacuum/Rodder in pressure cleaning storm drain pipes and cleaning and inspection of all drainage structures
• Service, maintain and assist mechanics in performing general maintenance and repairs to medium to heavy duty automotive equipment
• Performs related work below classification as required

Qualifications

Education

Sufficient education to understand and follow oral and written instructions and blueprints, diagrams, and sketches.

Experience

• Two (2) or more years of experience in the maintenance, repair, and limited construction of public works and facilities
• Two (2) or more years of experience in the operation of light to medium duty motor equipment

Licenses & Certifications

• A valid commercial motor vehicle operator's license (CDL) with code "N" tank vehicle

Additional Requirements

• This position is Safety Sensitive and employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol Testing
• Longevity pay is available based on years of service

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with the Vacuum/Rodder Truck and medium to heavy duty automotive equipment
• Thorough knowledge of working in confined spaces, applicable traffic laws, ordinance regulations involved in the operation of all assigned equipment
• Considerable knowledge of operating characteristics of the Vacuum/Rodder Truck and its servicing requirements
• Considerable knowledge of the maintenance and repair of storm drains, roads and related work
• Ability to understand and follow instructions
• Ability to give guidance and direction to employees of same or lower grade ensuring job completion in a timely, efficient and safe manner

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating a vacuum/rodder truck
• Experience operating a dump truck
• Ability to drive a dump truck for snow and ice removal as needed

Benefits

• Medical/Health Insurance Plans: BlueChoice Advantage EPO, BlueChoice Advantage PPO
• Dental Insurance: CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up), CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE), CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)
• Vision Insurance: EyeMed
• Employee Life Insurance: Term insurance of $10,000 for employees at no cost; ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
• Disability Income Insurance
• Pension Plan: Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan
• Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union
• Holidays: Twelve days provided per calendar year, thirteen in general election year
• Annual Leave: Less than 5 years - 13 days; 5 years to less than 10 years - 15 days; 10 years to less than 20 years - 20 days; 20 years or more - 26 days. Some positions will receive additional paid annual leave in lieu of holidays and personal leave
• Disability Leave: Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year
• Personal Leave Day: five per calendar year
• Leave Sharing
• Employee Assistance Program: Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Dependent Care Reimbursement, Health Care Reimbursement
• Voluntary Benefits: Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider, United Legal Benefits

Pay

Longevity pay is available based on years of service.