Senior Wastewater Service Worker - *Up to $5,000 NEW HIRE BONUS* at County of Nevada – Penn Valley, California

A Senior Wastewater Service Worker is an integral part of the wastewater collection system whose mission is to keep the community functioning by performing semi-skilled work associated with the maintenance, construction and repair of wastewater collection systems and their appurtenances!

This working lead position is crafted for individuals who have graduated high school and have at least two years of experience comparable to Nevada County’s classification of Wastewater Service Worker II. Possession of a valid Class B California driver's license within 30 days of hire. Possession of a Grade I or II certificate in collection system maintenance issued by the Water Pollution Control Association is a big plus! Possession of Hazmat/Confined Space Certification and/or a Commercial Driver's License is also desirable.

• Under supervision, lead and perform skilled work associated with the maintenance, construction and repair of wastewater collection systems, lift stations, treatment facilities and their appurtenances
• Inspect work in progress and upon completion for quality and conformance to instructions and specifications
• Cuts and fits pipe, digs trenches, mixes grout and concrete, cuts pavement, and backfills and compacts trenches
• Performs high pressure cleanings, smoke testing and TV inspection of sewer lines
• Provides sewer line inspection services as needed

Benefits:
This is a full-time position and the County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA).Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education.

Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and healthy.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Equivalent to graduation from high school, and two years experience comparable to Nevada County's classification of Wastewater Service Worker II.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid Class B California driver's license within 30 days of hire.

Possession of HazMat/Confined Space Certification is desirable.

Possession of a Grade III Certificate in Collection System Maintenance issued by the Water Pollution Control Association is desirable.