Maintenance Collection System Worker
City of Concord Concord, California, United States
- Location: Concord, California, United States
- Categories: Accounting and Finance, Building Maintenance
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Jul 24, 2026
Job Description:
Maintenance Collection System Worker
Description
Job Characteristics***OPEN & PROMOTIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY***
Maintenance Collection System Worker
The City of Concord is hiring one full-time Maintenance Collection System Worker in the Infrastructure Division of the Public Works Department.
What you will do in this role:
The Maintenance Collection System Worker performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance including operational and repair tasks involved in the City's wastewater collection system.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a valid California commercial driver’s license OR has a Collection System Maintenance certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association.
- Has knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices including those associated with working in confined spaces.
- Has knowledge of traffic control, pertinent regulations, principles and practices of customer service.
- Has technical knowledge of how equipment, machines, and systems work and how to keep them running efficiently.
- Has the ability to read maps, blue prints, and diagrams.
- Has the ability to work for extended periods of time in unfavorable weather conditions.
- Has a keen eye and attention to detail. Is highly organized and able to prioritize tasks. Is proactive in identifying problems and suggesting solutions.
- Has excellent written and oral communication skills and can provide clear information.
- Is comfortable working independently and as a team.
- Embraces and embodies the City’s Mission, Vision and Values .
What we offer:
The City of Concord offers the opportunity to take part in a collaborative and exciting work experience, where you can grow in your career while working alongside the community to make Concord a city of the highest quality. The City is an employer that invests in its employees’ professional and personal development, values work-life balance, is dedicated to employee wellness and provides numerous benefit and retirement options, to include the following:
- Participation in CalPERS pension, tiered based on date of hire
- A variety of health care plans or a cash-in-lieu benefit of $200 if waiving coverage
- City-paid dental insurance; employee-paid vision insurance
- Vacation accruals starting at 10 days per year, 12 days sick leave per year, and 11 paid holidays per year
- Generous tuition reimbursement plan
- 457 deferred compensation plans
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, dependent care and commuting costs
- Life and disability insurance
- A wellness program that offers annual health expos, health and nutrition education, as well as a variety of mental health resources.
Examples of duties include, but are not limited to
Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance, operational, and repair tasks involved in the City's wastewater collection system and lift stations.Cleans wastewater collection system, storm drains, flood control facilities and inlets; operates hydrocleaner and/or sewer vacuum truck to flush system; opens clogs in lines; cleans manholes, wet wells, and lift stations; assists with environmental cleanup and mitigation of damage; operates electrical snake to unplug mains and laterals; and raise and lower utility access points.Operates a variety of sewer cleaners, jet rodders, pressure washers, and TV inspection equipment in the inspection, maintenance and construction of sewer lines and laterals.Operates GPS equipment in order to locate, mark and survey sewer systems.Responds to trouble calls relating to City work during a stated off-work period as needed (i.e., standby duty); locates problems and operates sewer cleaning equipment to clear stoppages.Inspects sewage and storm water lift and pump stations; removes debris; disassembles and cleans pumps and performs minor repairs when necessary.Operates and maintains line inspection and video equipment to survey, open and repair lines; reviews plans and specifications for location of lines; uses equipment to determine concentration of hazardous gases; and calibrate, bump test and operate air monitoring devices.Inspects, maintains, and operates a variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment including a backhoe and other related equipment; performs daily maintenance on trucks and related equipment.Inspects sewer laterals for new construction as necessary.Conducts traffic control when working in high traffic areas of the City; installs street barricades and cones prior to the performance of maintenance or repair activities; directs and controls traffic around work sites.As assigned, works with crew raising manholes, repairing sewer manholes, construction and repair of storm conduits, curbs, gutters and drainage facilities; assists in mixing concrete and executing necessary masonry work; installs, repairs and maintains water and sewer mains and lines; assists in constructing new sewer connections as well as repairing drains and sewer facilities; excavate trenches to line and grade, repair and install pipe, couplings and fittings.Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provides information within the area of assignment including explaining collection maintenance procedures; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner.Prepares and maintains a variety of written records and reports; enters time and materials information into computer system.Attends training and safety meetings as necessary.Performs related duties as required.
Qualifications
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Operational characteristics of a typical municipal wastewater collection system.Wastewater collection system preventative maintenance techniques and procedures.Tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of wastewater collection systems including hydrojetter/vacuum truck, and televising equipment.Traffic control practices and procedures.Basic principles and practices of record keeping.Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.
Ability to:
Remain available for telephone contact and ready to respond to trouble calls relating to City work during a stated off-work period (i.e., standby duty).Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance, operational, and repair tasks involved in the City's wastewater collection system and lift stations.Use and operate vehicles and equipment, hand tools, and power tools and equipment required for the work in a safe and efficient manner.Ensure safety around work areas in high traffic.Perform heavy manual labor.Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner.Respond to collection system maintenance/repair emergencies.Read, understand and interpret maps, blue prints and diagrams.Prepare and maintain records including time and material use records.Understand and follow oral and written instructions.Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education/Experience
Education: A high school diploma or a graduate equivalency degree.
Experience: Four years of fulltime verifiable experience performing duties equivalent to the City of Concord’s Maintenance Worker I/II classification(s) or one year of fulltime verifiable experience performing work in storm water and/or wastewater collection systems.
License or Certificate:
- Possession of a valid Class C California driver license and a satisfactory driving record that is acceptable to the City and/or its insurance carrier(s), are conditions of initial appointment and continued employment.
- Possession of a valid Class B California driver license with current Medical Certificate and no restriction on driving vehicles with air brakes and a satisfactory driving record that is acceptable to the City and/or its insurance carrier(s), within 12 months of initial appointment and continued employment.
- Possession of a valid California Water Environment Association certification as a Grade I Collection System Worker within 12 months of initial appointment and continued employment.
Other
This is a safety sensitive classification that will be subject to random DOT drug testing at time of hire or upon obtaining the required Class B driver's license within 12 months.
EEO/ADA: The City of Concord is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at 925-671-3308 or [email protected] prior to the final filing date.
The City of Concord takes pride in offering a generous benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our qualifying employees.
For a complete overview, click here .
Below is a brief listing of what the City offers:
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Insurance
- Holidays
- Life Insurance
- Pre-tax Savings Benefits
- Retiree Medical (3 levels based on date of hire)
- Retirement Program
- Short-term Disability*and Long-term Disability
- Social Security/Medicare
- Vacation & Sick Leave
Closing Date/Time: 8/6/2026 11:59 PM Pacific