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Sewer Heavy Equipment Operator - City Page 1 I 2 Jurisdiction: City of Cortland Jurisdictional Class: Non-Competitive Adopted: 10/15/80 Amended: 7/25/88; 11/13/12; 8/23/21; 1/7/22; 5/17/23 SEWER/HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves responsibility for assisting in the construction, repair, and maintenance of the storm and sanitary sewer system of the City. The incumbent also performs unskilled labor and operates heavy equipment to assist in the general work of the department. The work is performed under the direct supervision of a Public Works Supervisor. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only) Removes obstructions from sewer lines and catch basins; Cleans sewer lines and catch basins to improve flow and prevent blockage; Checks ejector stations and pumping stations daily to insure proper operation; Maintains ejector and pumping stations by checking the oil, changing fan belts replacing motors, removing grease build-up, and clearing obstructions from the pump propeller; Checks sewer lines daily to insure proper operation; Assists in the construction and repair of sewer lines, manholes and catch basins; Flushes sewer lines as needed to improve drainage; Informs utility companies, contractors, and private individuals as to the location of sewer laterals to allow for connection to the system or to avoid damage from digging; Inspects newly installed sewer lines for proper installation upon request for the plumbing inspector; Performs physical labor such as patching streets, painting, and pouring cement; Operates motor equipment such as salt truck and dump truck to assist in street maintenance, construction and repair; Operates a sewer truck with related attachments such as a rodder and vacuum hose to assist in the maintenance and repair of the sewer system; Performs minor repairs and preventive maintenance duties such as changing oil, replacing bulbs, checking fluid levels and greasing vehicles; May install and repair traffic signs; May apply markings for road striping, directional traffic arrows and stop bars; May apply and maintain markings for public parking areas; May maintain traffic signals in the City; May maintain event banners and decorative for the City; May attend training workshops for pump stations; May supervise Laborers and Motor Equipment Operators (Light) on an occasional basis. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of the methods, tools, and terminology of sewer system construction, maintenance and repair; Skill in the safe and efficient operation of motor equipment; Ability and willingness to perform physical labor; Ability to follow oral and written directions; Dexterity; Willingness to work in inclement weather; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. ---PAGE BREAK--- Sewer Heavy Equipment Operator - City Page 2 I 2 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma AND one year of experience in the operation of construction and/or automotive equipment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a Class B Commercial Driver’s License with air brake endorsement required. Failure to maintain a NYS Class B CDL with the endorsement will result in disciplinary action or dismissal.