Sewer Cleaner Special MEO

Cambridge Preschool Program; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal public works department in Cambridge is seeking a skilled individual for a labor position requiring truck operation and sewer maintenance. Ideal candidates must possess a valid CDL and a strong driving record. The role offers competitive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with vacation and sick leave options. This is an internal position open only to candidates with permanent civil service status.

Benefits

Competitive Health, Dental and Vision Benefits

Vacation and Sick Leave Eligible

14 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Must have one year of driving experience and a satisfactory driving record.
• Must present a valid Department of Transportation medical certificate.
• Candidates will need to register with the FMCSA CDL Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.

Responsibilities

• Cleans out sludge and trash from sewers and operates trucks for transport.
• Performs minor maintenance on equipment and reports defects.
• Adheres to safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Driving experience

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Education

Commercial Driver’s License Classification B

4E Hoisting Engineer License

Tools

Dump trucks

Pick-up trucks

Small tractors

Job description

Explanation of Labor Service Job Type can be found on the City of Cambridge Human Resource Department's website under Tips & FAQs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Superintendent of Streets, cleans out sludge, trash, and muck from sewers; removes lids or grating, climbs down into catch basins and removes and disposes of solid substances from sewer and removes such substances from all parts of the sewer and water systems. Operates pick-up trucks, dump trucks, and panel trucks with a rated capacity of 26,001 pounds; passenger automobiles; sidewalk plows and sweepers; small tractors, bulldozers, and rollers. Loads and unloads trucks; picks up and hauls materials; transports personnel; plows and sands sidewalks; greases, oils, and cleans motor equipment; changes the tires and performs minor maintenance. Reports any defects and adjustments needed for safe operation of equipment. Performs other unskilled or semi-skilled duties in connection with sewer cleaning. Required to adhere to all safety rules and regulations as well as dress code policies. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• One year driving experience.
• Must possess a current and valid Commercial Driver’s License Classification B.
• Must present a valid Department of Transportation medical certificate.
• Must possess a satisfactory driving record.
• Candidates must also provide, upon interview, a copy of their unattested driving record, obtainable at the RMV and dated within the previous six months.
• Candidates may need to register with the FMCSA Commercial Driver’s License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse (https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/register).
• All candidates will participate in an on-road driving assessment as part of the interview process.
• Must possess a current 4E Hoisting Engineer License.
• Internal applicants must have a permanent civil service status.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

All labor positions, skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled in the Cambridge Department of Public Works require a combination of: lifting between 25-100 pounds, proper bending, squatting, stretching, pushing, climbing, dragging, and pulling.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure to all weather conditions. Work in a moderate to high noise level environment caused by sound of machinery or powered equipment being used. Occasional odor may occur during work.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS (As Outlined in Current Teamster Collective Bargaining Agreement):

• Competitive Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Vacation and Sick Leave Eligible
• Sick Incentive Pay Eligible
• 3 Personal Days
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Annual bonus for required CDL and valid DOT medical certificate.
• Additional compensation above regular OT for all overtime hours working in snow or salting operations.
• Additional compensation for hoisting and engineering licenses that are not a requirement of the position.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

This position is open to internal candidates with permanent civil service status only. Please upload the following documents to complete your application.

• Resume

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