Job Classification: 5629 - Wastewater Conveyance System Monitor II

Salary Grade: 10

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $24.79 - $29.74 Per Hour 

Pay Range: $24.79 - $34.70 Per Hour 

Range Explanation:

• Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

• Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

The Wastewater Conveyance System Monitor II remotely drives a robotic camera through pipelines to visually observe active pipes that humans cannot observe in person. This role identifies pipe abnormalities and are the leading edge for the department, in noticing and proactively preventing system failures. This work is fundamental to the department's compliance with State Environmental requirements. The ideal candidate must be proficient in computer operations and the use of specialized software applications. Candidates should have strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair skills specifically for remotely operated camera equipment. Additionally, this role is responsible for training and supervising other staff members, as well as collaborating technically with peers, management, and the public.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Leads and trains staff in sanitary sewage metering, CCTV inspections, and odor control techniques;

• Performs operational and preventive maintenance on complex wastewater systems, including monitoring flow and odor levels;

• Installs, operates, and maintains flow monitoring, CCTV, and odor control equipment;

• Installs, troubleshoots, and repairs computerized monitoring devices, CCTV equipment, and SCADA systems;

• Inspects and documents data on odor levels, flow rates, pipeline conditions, and meter operations;

• Assesses pipelines and manholes for structural integrity and flow conditions following NAASCO standards;

• Assists in implementing complex flow, CCTV, or odor control projects, providing recommendations for system enhancements;

• Sets up traffic control devices for safe manhole entry to service metering or CCTV equipment;

• Provides public information on sanitary sewer systems;

• Participates in selecting locations for wastewater monitoring and coordinates activities to comply with regulations;

• Conducts special surveys for stormwater inflow and planning purposes;

• Collaborates in developing new techniques for wastewater measurement and condition assessment;

• Maintains, cleans, and repairs equipment;

• Maintains and operates assigned County equipment and vehicle;

• Manages automated data systems for documentation and reporting;

• Performs confined space entries in sewer manholes and other locations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of three college-level classes from an accredited college, university or trade school in physical or environmental science AND two years of experience in environmental technology.

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

OR:

Two years of experience in the maintenance and/or operation of sanitary sewage treatment/conveyance facilities, AND six months of experience as a lead, which can be concurrent with the required experience.

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

OR:

One year with Pima County as a Wastewater Conveyance System Monitor I.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

• Minimum one (1) year experience performing sanitary sewer conveyance system inspection.

• Minimum two (2) years experience utilizing Infor Public Sector and/or GraniteNet to record and finalize inspections and/or work orders.

• Minimum three (3) years experience as a Conveyance System Monitor I and/or Utility Maintenance Worker.

• Possesses NASSCO PACP/MACP/LACP Certifications (pipeline/manhole/lateral assessment certification programs).

Selection Procedure:

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.     

Supplemental Information:

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.  Some positions, within this classification, may require possession of a valid Arizona commercial driver license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements, as identified by the department head. For CCTV positions, a National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NAASCO) pipeline, manhole, & lateral assessment certifications must be obtained within the probation period. Failure to obtain/maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.
 

Special Notice Items: Some positions may carry the risk of exposure to infectious diseases, blood-borne pathogens, asbestos or wastewater products, therefore special medical screening before or during employment may be necessary to assure employee health and safety. The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Some positions may require any or all of the following: lifting and carrying up to seventy-five pounds or more; safely operating assigned vehicles and other powered equipment; wearing required safety clothing and equipment; ascending and descending ladders and stairs to reach and work upon elevated or below-grade work platforms and job sites; differentiating between colors.
 

Working Conditions: Some positions may require any or all of the following: working in extremes of heat, humidity, dust, cold; working with or in the presence of obnoxious odors; working with noxious or potentially hazardous chemicals, compounds or products.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.