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Collection System Repair Equipment OperatorCity of East Chicago Sanitary DistrictOpening Date: April 7, 2026Closing Date to Apply: Open Until FilledExempt / Non-exempt: Non-ExemptPosition Status: Full TimeReports to: Sanitary District ManagerPay Range: In accordance with the City of East Chicago's Collective Bargaining Agreement, $18.68This position includes the following specific duties and responsibilities:1. Collection System CleaningDrives Vactor TruckOperates Vactor Truck in cleaning storm and sanitary sewers, catch basins, wet wells, debris boxes at pump stations, and scum boxes at the plant.Uses Vactor Truck switches to operate/control the rodder pump, vacuum, front placement wheel, pressure, jackhammer, hose, boomUses Vactor Truck controls to operate the boom, jetter, and hoseUses Vactor Truck valves to regulate inflow and outflowUses the Vactor Truck lever to dump the truck contentsRemains with the Vactor Truck during all operationsPlaces barricades and traffic cones around the work site to protect workers and the publicRemoves manhole covers, using an air hammer, pick, or bar as neededObtains and assembles required pipe sectionsWorks with Helper to maneuver and hold pipe sections to install and tighten clampsProvides direction to the Vactor Truck Helper in running the collection system cleaning equipmentDisassembles pipe sections after a jobCleans equipment and tools and returns to proper storage locationsPerforms any necessary job site clean-up after completion of workFills out a written summary of work completed and conditions encountered2. TeamworkWorks effectively with other members of the Vactor Truck cleaning crew to ensure efficient operationsWorks effectively with personnel from other departments in the Sanitary DistrictWorks effectively with personnel from other divisions within the city government and city contractorsAttends and contributes to collection system cleaning team meetings on workplace issues and problem-solvingSupports decisions made by the collection system cleaning teamGoes out of the way to help other team membersListens to other team members' ideas and suggestions3. Vactor Truck MaintenanceChecks all truck fluid levels and adds more when neededPerforms routine greasingNotifies Collection System Cleaning Foreman of problems requiring assistance from vehicle mechanics.4. Public ServiceInteracts with members of the public in a polite, courteous, considerate, and helpful mannerProvides answers to questions from members of the public or directs them to someone who can respondDeals effectively with angry members of the public and works to resolve their problems or refer them to someone who can.5. SafetyPerforms all job tasks in a safe mannerRequests and utilizes a spotter when the line-of-sight between the Operator and Helper is blockedComplies with all department and division safety policies, rules, and regulationsIdentifies and corrects/reports safety hazards when they occur.6. House-KeepingMaintains clean, well-organized conditions in all work and storage areasRequests and coordinates assistance for large-scale cleaning tasks.7. Other duties as assigned.*If "other duties as assigned" are regularly performed or require a significant amount of time, they should be formally identified, defined, and included in the job description.Successful job performance in the above position requires the following Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics (KSAPC's):Required Knowledge (familiarity with a body of information)Collection System Cleaning Procedures.Safety Hazards Involved in Collection System Cleaning.Vactor Truck Equipment and Operation.Applicable OSHA, EPA, State, City, and Wastewater Division Safety Policies, Rules, and Regulations.Wastewater Division Operations and Processes.Required Skills (proficiency in performing specific tasks)Read and Use the Sewer Map.Operation of an Air Hammer.Use of Common Hand Tools (pipe wrenches, crescent wrenches, screwdrivers).Public/Customer Relations.Operate Collection System Cleaning Equipment.Completion of Written Summary of Jobs Finished and Conditions Encountered.Required Abilities (general mental or physical capabilities)Able to Read.Verbal and written communication to be understood by others.Problem Solving.Mechanical Aptitude.Work Effectively in a Team Setting.Manual Dexterity to Use Tools/Equipment and Handle Piping.Eye-hand coordination to Use Tools/Equipment and Handle Piping.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENTThe conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.Environment - Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments; travel from site to site; incumbents may be exposed to noise, dust, and all inclement weather conditions. Alternate work schedules. The work environment is both formal and informal, team-oriented, with variable tasks, pace, and pressure.Physical – Primary functions require sufficient ability and mobility to work in an office and field setting; work is performed outdoors and indoors, work in inclement weather; operate equipment and vehicles; climb a ladder, walk on uneven terrain, loose soil, and sloped surfaces; sitting, standing, upward and downward flexion of neck; side-to-side turning of neck; moderate wrist torque to twist equipment knobs and dials. Occasional squatting, kneeling, and reaching above and at shoulder height; standing or sitting for prolonged periods; occasionally stooping, crawling, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, turning, and twisting; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; occasionally push/pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds; occasionally required to lift/carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. and up.Vocal – Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas using spoken words and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly.Vision – See in normal visual range with or without correction.Hearing: Hear in normal audio range with or without correction.REQUIRED LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONSMust possess and maintain a valid CDL.HOW TO APPLYEmail, a cover letter, a resume, and an application to ecapply@eastchicago.comNote: If you email your cover letter, resume, and application to ecapply@eastchicago.com, please type in the subject line your name and Applying for Collection System Repair Equipment Operator. For example: Loretta Smith – Applying Collection System Repair Equipment Operator/ CDL position.The City of East Chicago does not discriminate in its employment decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, age, genetic information, disability, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. City of East Chicago

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