DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:  Under general supervision, an incumbent of this position is responsible for inspection work in connection with the construction, maintenance and operation of sewers. Instructions are received from a higher level official, but work is independently planned and carried out to completion. Work is performed under general supervision. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:  (Illustrative only)

• Inspects sewer lines relative to breaks, repairs and testing;
• Inspects new sewer installations for tightness of joints and pitch of pipe, type of materials used and method of installation;
• Inspects repair work on old sewer lines and the disconnection of lines, due to the condition or removal of buildings;
• Inspects asphalt work, excavation and backfilling of soil;
• Records location of bends in pipes and location of cleanouts;
• Keeps file records of dates and time of inspections;
• Updates public sewer maps showing new public installations;
• Prepares and submits reports concerning sewer applications and inspections;
• Investigates and reports on public complaints;
• Performs a variety of related activities as required.

Typical Work Activities are intended only as illustrations of possible types of work that might be appropriately assigned to an incumbent of this title. Work activities that do not appear above are not excluded as appropriate work assignments, as long as they can be reasonably understood to be within the logical limits of the job.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES & PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:  Good knowledge of approved methods, techniques, and materials used in sewer installation and maintenance; good knowledge of sewer codes regulating the installation and maintenance of sewers; ability to read and interpret plans and specifications of sewer lines and systems; good judgment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Either:

1. Graduation from high school or possession of a comparable diploma and two (2) years of experience in sewer construction, maintenance or operation; or
2. One (1) year of post high school course work in construction or mechanical technology, supplemented by one (1) year of experience in sewer construction, maintenance or operation; or
3. An equivalent combination of training and experience as described in a) and b) above.

11/02; 1/09

Non-Competitive Class

[Village of Cold Spring/PT]