Sewer Digger Crew

The City of Lakewood is currently accepting applications for a full-time employee on the Sewer Digger Crew, in the Department of Public Works, Division of Water and Waste Water Collection.  The starting rate for this position is $28.33 per hour.  Normal working hours are 7:30am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday.  

The successful applicant will possess above average mechanical ability and have knowledge of power operated tools (air, electric and gasoline); must have thorough knowledge of below ground sewer maintenance and repair; must have the ability to do work involving a great deal of physical labor in the form of manual use of digging and other tools and equipment relating to sewer maintenance and repair (work is usually performed in a below ground confined space); must have the ability to work in extremes of cold and heat; must have the ability to lift up to 50lbs frequently throughout the day; must have the ability to work under constant physical demands (i.e., bending, reaching, standing, gripping, extensive use of hands, arms and fingers), must have the ability to work from ladders; frequently climbing and squatting; must have the knowledge and ability to perform brick repair and construction of manholes and catch basins; must possess a working knowledge of safe work practices. May be required to work with chemicals, dust, heat, gas, fumes and pungent odors.

Applicants must possess:

• A good work and excellent attendance record.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Class B Ohio Commercial Driver’s License with less than eight (8) points.
• Obtain a tanker endorsement on the CDL within ninety (90) days of appointment;
• Class I Waste Water Collection License must be obtained within three years of appointment.
• Must be able to work independently with little to no supervision.
• May be required to participate in testing at the discretion of the City and
• Must satisfactorily complete a physical examination with drug testing and police background investigation.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Employee may be required to work overtime pursuant to the provisions of Article 5 and Article 15 of the current negotiated agreement. Applicants may be reassigned as required.

Interviews will be conducted on TBD

QUALIFIED interested applicants should submit a resume AND an application either on-line (at www.lakewoodoh.gov) or to the City of Lakewood, Office of Human Resources, 12650 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, OH 44107.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled. 

The City of Lakewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Posting date:  04/22/2024