Engineering Field Technician - Equipment Operator
On-siteElkhorn, Nebraska, United States
Job Summary
Conduct inspections and cleaning of sanitary sewer and storm water collection systems using specialized equipment, including vacuum trucks, jetter trucks, and robotic telemonitoring tools. Maintain vehicle logs, operate vehicles requiring a Class B CDL with tankers and air brake endorsements, and accurately document field inspections with detailed notes on tablets. Adhere to all safety requirements while obtaining and maintaining certifications such as OSHA 10 Hour, confined space, and CPR/First Aid. Work outside year-round in all conditions, standing and walking for extended periods, and travel up to 75% of the time by car or plane. Variable schedule includes weekends and overtime as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Minimum of class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tankers and air brake endorsements
- Active DOT Medical certification or the ability to obtain this certification
- Safety training and certifications which may include, but are not limited to: OSHA 10 Hour, confined space, CPR/First Aid, defensive driving, and spotter's training; or the ability to obtain these certifications
- Ability to meet the assigned company's regulatory insurance requirements for owned autos determined through Motor Vehicle Record Check (MVR)
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
- Ability to write simple correspondence
- Ability to effectively present information
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to interpret and manipulate simple computer software programs
- Ability to utilize a tablet for purposes of documenting field inspections
- Ability to add and subtract two-digit number and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's
- Ability to perform these operations using unity of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance
- Ability to read a ruler to 1/16"
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one-or two-step instructions
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
- Meeting safety device manufacturer's maximum rated load capacity of no greater than 310lbs
- Standing and walking for durations which could exceed 8 hours in a day
- Use hands and fingers to control, handle and feel objects
- See details of objects from a distance
- Work outside year-round in all conditions present
- Drive vehicles with a GVW >26,000 lbs
- Enter sewer manholes
- Climb stairs and walk on uneven terrain
- Lift, push, and pull up to 75 pounds when necessary
- Squat and crawl
- May be required to travel up to 75% of the time by car or plane
- May be required to work weekends
- Variable schedule
- May be required to work overtime
Desired Qualifications
- Preferred experience in sewer cleaning, maintenance, and/or inspections
- Preferred experience in operating heavy machinery (specifically vacuum truck, jetter trucks, hydroblasters, and robotic telemonitoring equipment)
- Positive attitude
- Lead by example
- Demonstrate sound decision-making skills
- Encourage great team work
- Inspire those around you
- Demonstrate a good stress tolerance
- Embrace and immerse yourself in the host employer's culture
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