
Fallbrook Public Utility District
Crew Leader - Collections
PLEASE NOTE:
This recruitment will remain open until the position is filled; however, for earliest consideration, applications should be submitted as soon as possible.
Crew Leader Salary Ranges
· CSM3 + Class A/B = $41.96 – $52.40
· CSM3 + Class A + NASSCO Sewer Manhole Inspection Certificate = $43.01 – $53.71
· CSM3 + Class A + NASSCO Sewer Manhole Inspection Certificate + Crane Certification, or Welding Certification, or Backflow Certification, or D2, or T2 = $44.08 – $55.05
Under the guidance and minimal direction of a supervisor and/or the field services manager, performs a variety of construction related tasks including the installation, maintenance, repair and operation of water mains, service lines, fire hydrants, valves, pumps, and motors used to collect, pump, distribute, treat, and store water, wastewater systems including lift stations, wet wells, dry wells, sewer lines, gravity and pressure sewer pipelines, manholes and reclaimed water lines. May direct the department in the absence of the supervisor.
Example of Duties:
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
- Trains and supervises crew on projects;
- Plans jobs; prepares job sites; cleans up job sites, shop, and office;
- Inspects and evaluates job sites for safety concerns, proper material use and ensures District specifications are being followed;
- Keeps notes on subordinates throughout the year for evaluation purposes;
- Assists supervisor/field services manager with completing employee performance evaluations;
- Performs skilled operation of light, medium and heavy construction equipment such as backhoes, skip loader, swing cab crane, skid steer, collections combination vehicle;
- Operates and/or drives class A/B licensed vehicles and hauls large equipment and/or materials;
- As a member of a crew or in conformance with crew leader/supervisor, lays out tools, parts and materials in accordance with the demands of the job;
- Understands and follows District standard operating procedures and engineering standards;
- Installs hydraulic and/or box shoring to specification;
- Detects on-the-job problems and determines remedies or seeks direction;
- Develops maps for planned water shutoffs;
- Understands how to shut off water mains and dewater for repair work;
- Investigates causes of valve failure and remedies during shutdowns;
- Performs skilled manual tasks with minimal supervision;
- Disassembles, inspects, determines damage, reoccurrence of similar failures and develops improvements to preventative maintenance schedules, items of work, etc.;
- Gives routine on-the-job training to co-workers;
- Enforces safety procedures;
- Notifies the safety & risk officer and assigned supervisor/field services manager of safety hazards;
- Takes water samples and determines chlorine residuals;
- May be assigned to carry out scheduled work independently or with a helper;
- Sets up traffic control to meet county standards;
- Performs welding repairs on pipelines and maintains welding equipment, welds repairs or appurtenances to pressurized water mains;
- Performs Hot Taps on live water mains;
- Installs sewer laterals and makes connections at sewer gravity and force mains;
- Sets up and monitors confined space entries;
- Maintains lift stations-inspects pumps, alarms, telemetry, and pressure switches (floats and bubblers); checks flow lines, meters and data; repairs pumps; and maintains generators;
- Cleans sewer lines using a combination vehicle; flushes and vacuums wet wells to check the performance of pumps and electrical cables and look for areas of corrosion; inspects and maintains manholes;
- Performs manhole inspections and records conditions in the Asset Management System.
- Installs and maintains wastewater systems, control valves, valves, hydraulics, pumps, and force mains/gravity systems;
- Basic understanding of Fats, Oil, and Grease (FOG) Program requirements;
- Performs closed-circuit television (CCTV) pipeline checks and inspections;
- Sets up portable pumps to bypass lift stations and manholes during emergencies;
- Monitors and responds to lift station and sanitary overflow prevention alarms;
- Conducts smoke or dye testing in order to detect pipeline leaks;
- Maintains easements and performs weed abatement;
- Creates and delegates electronic work orders and inspection reports;
- Performs wastewater sampling to ensure that it meets standards;
- Prepares job sites and performs traffic control;
- Submits County Permits for excavation and traffic control;
- Notifies Underground Service Alert of intended excavations;
- Monitors grease disposals at all collection system lines and restaurants in the District;
- Cleans, maintains, and repairs wastewater equipment and cleans wastewater trucks;
- Supports other departments including Water Operations, System Services, Fleet, Construction, and Collections as needed;
- May perform skilled maintenance tasks at District facilities and grounds; and
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Advanced water distribution and wastewater collection system construction, maintenance, service installation and repair practices, procedures and terminology;
- Trenching and shoring and confined space procedures including the use of air and gas monitors;
- Advanced traffic control requirements;
- Ability to safely and skillfully operate hand tools and use personal protective equipment;
- Skilled operation and ability to train others on light and medium construction equipment;
- Ability to maintain, repair, and replace all types of water distribution and wastewater system equipment with minimal direction;
- Ability to read, interpret, and work from sketches, map books, blueprints, and specifications;
- Ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations;
- Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships internally and externally;
- Ability to navigate and use GIS and asset management software;
- Ability to keep records and prepare reports using a PC and/or tablet;
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines;
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet;
- Knowledge of Cal-OSHA and OSHA standards, Safety Data Sheets, the principles of safe storage and usage of chemicals, EPA Regulations, and work safety standards.
- Knowledge of wastewater discharge requirements and Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP) Order #2006-0003;
- Ability to independently operate the wastewater SCADA system, troubleshoot problems and failures, recognize dangerous conditions, and respond appropriately;
- Ability to read, interpret, and analyze data including sewer flow trends;
- Knowledge of Cla-Val type control valve repair and maintenance practices;
- Knowledge of backflow devices and cross connection principles;
- Knowledge of preventative maintenance practices and procedures related to water and wastewater systems;
- Knowledge of work safety standards related to traffic control, confined space entry, trenching, and shoring, and welding; and
- Knowledge of water systems, water hydraulics, pressure zone analysis and shutdown and highline processes
Education, Training and Experience:
- A high school diploma or GED;
- Valid California driver’s license;
- Minimum of 4 years of related work experience in water and/or wastewater;
- Experience in pipeline welding and fabrication techniques is strongly preferred but not required;
- Experience with sewer lift stations or pumps and motors is strongly preferred but not required;
Required Wastewater Licenses and Certifications:
- Forklift Certification within 6 months of hire
- Traffic Control Certification within 6 months of hire
- CWEA CSM Grade III certification(CSM3) or higher
- Class A/B commercial driver’s license
- NASSCO manhole, lateral and pipeline, inspection certification
- Certificate as a “competent person” in confined space entry and rescue.
- Crane Operator License or 6G Welding Certification or SWRCB Water Distribution Operator Grade II (DII) or Backflow Certification with Cross Connection Control Certification, or Water Treatment Grade II (T2) or higher
Physical Demands:
- Walking: Moves about on foot often through uneven terrain.
- Carrying: Transports objects by holding them in hands or arms.
- Hands/Arms: Signals equipment operator; operates equipment, hand and power tools.
- Handling: Seizes, holds or works with hands.
- Lifting: Raises or lowers pumps, bags of concrete, fittings, meters/meter boxes and lids, flanges, tampers, blacktop, jackhammers, valves, valve keys, tools, plants, trees, trash bins, assorted debris and related items.
- Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.
- Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at the knees or waist often while digging with a shovel or reading/maintaining meters.
- Climbing: In and out of equipment and trenches and confined spaces; ascends and descends ladders up to 50 feet in height.
- Vision: Reads work tickets, labels, MSDS on assorted chemicals, operates radio read computer and hand held CMT; and operates District equipment and vehicles.
- Talking: Communicates by radio and in person.
- Hearing: Hears well enough for safety in and around construction sites and to receive communication by radio and in person.
- Sitting: Sits in equipment and vehicles, often driving through rough terrain.
- Standing: Flags traffic for up to 9 hours per day.
Physical Strength:
- Lifting: 100 pounds daily; frequent exertion.
Environmental Conditions:
- Employee will spend a significant amount of time in or near potentially dangerous moving mechanical parts and equipment.
- Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.
- Temperature/Weather: Works outside with variations of temperature and weather.
- This position may include periodic to frequent disagreeable working conditions including fumes, odors, dusts, gases, hazardous chemicals, noise levels over 85 decibels, dirt, vibration, heat, cold, dampness, sun, rain; wildlife including bees, rats, snakes, and spiders; and rough terrain, overgrown vegetation, and poison oak. Sewage, wastewater solids.
Inner-District Transfers
Note: those who do not possess the required minimum certification and wish to transfer from collections to water or water to collections will be placed on a 1-year agreement to achieve the required certification for the department they transferred into.
To be considered for this position, please submit an employment application and supplemental questionnaire online by February 17, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. To be considered for this position, please submit an employment application and supplemental questionnaire online, https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fpud. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.
All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be evaluated in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. The selection process may consist of an appraisal interview, writing exercise, and/or other appropriate screening devices.
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