Collection Systems Technician Trainee I

Under immediate supervision, performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks and operates a variety of tools, equipment and vehicles used in the maintenance, repair and construction of sewers and structures.

Essential Functions :

Performs a variety of tasks of increasing complexity and responsibility in areas including, but not limited to:

Successful completion of the program will necessitate performing training duties in accordance with set District journeyman standards. In addition to performing the above duties, the trainee will become familiar with identifying problem severity, perform CDL pre-trip inspection, operate and maintain trucks and other equipment.

Additional Responsibilities :

May operate various motor vehicles, pumps, demolition saws and other power driven equipment.

May perform related work as required or as delegated by supervisors.

Physical Demands:

Stationary Position - Constantly

Move/Traverse - Constantly

Stationary Position/Seated - Rarely

Transport/Lifting - Constantly - 50 pounds

Transport/Carrying - Constantly - 50 pounds

Exerting Force/Pushing - Constantly

Exerting Force/Pulling - Constantly - 50 pounds

Ascend/Descend - Constantly

Balancing - Constantly

Position Self/Stooping - Constantly

Position Self/Kneeling - Constantly

Position Self/Crouching - Constantly

Position Self/Crawling - Constantly

Reaching - Constantly

Handling - Constantly

Grasping - Constantly

Feeling - Constantly

Communicate/Talking - Constantly

Communicate/Hearing - Frequently

Repetitive Motions - Constantly

Coordination - Constantly

QUALIFICATIONS: Training and Experience :

Desirable Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

Ability to read, comprehend and pass exams given on training program materials and manuals

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state in which the employee resides.

Pursuant to MSD's "Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures," this position has been designated as safety sensitive. Candidates who do not possess a Class A Commercial Permit at time of job offer must pass a Non-D.O.T. Drug Test for this position. When the Commercial Driver's License is obtained, they will be required to pass a Federal (D.O.T.) Drug Test. Candidates who do possess a Commercial Driver's License at the time of job offer, must pass a D.O.T. Drug Test for this position. Employees occupying this position with a Commercial Driver's License are subject to Federal (D.O.T.) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

All current employees must have a 'Meets Expectations' or 'Proficient' rating on their most recent performance evaluation to be eligible.

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