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Drainage & Wastewater Collection Worker bei City of Seattle, WA

City of Seattle, WA · Seattle, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite

81.972,00 $  -  93.974,00 $

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About the Department

Are you interested in a career that protects public health and clean water? If so, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is presently recruiting for energetic and motivated Drainage & Wastewater (DWW) Collection Workers. You'll be part of the DWW System Maintenance Division team that keeps Seattle one of the most livable cities in the country.    

DWW Collection Workers support in the construction and maintenance of Seattle's sewer and drainage systems. This team also maintains storm drains and urban creeks, and perform inspections of natural drainage systems.

The DWW System Maintenance Division is a 24/7 operations division, and the selected candidates must be able to work all three (3) shifts: Night, Swing and Days. The selected candidates must be able to dispatch from any of the three (3) DWW reporting sites:
  • 12600 Stone Ave N
  • 714 S Charles St
  • 4500 W Marginal Way SW


About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.


For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the:


SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.


We know work isn't only about what you do it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

  • Family-friendly and multicultural work environment

  • Generous benefits package

  • Free Orca Pass

  • City pension plan with employer/employee contributions.

  • Growth potential and advancement opportunities

Position Duties

Journey-level DWW Collection Workers may be assigned to any of these crews:

  • Rehab
  • Underground Storage
  • Line and Grade
  • Surface Water Management

Although there will be duties that are specific to each of these crews as outlined in the classification specification, duties that are common to all DWW Collection Workers are:
  • Receive, complete and document work order details utilizing automated wireless, handheld, and work station devices along with various software programs.
  • Ensure the safe operation of all equipment and tools including CDL Class B vehicles on public right-of-way.
  • Direct, coach, train, and mentor Drainage and Waste Water Collection Worker apprentices, and temporary employees.
  • Evaluate the performance of Drainage and Waste Water Collection Worker Apprentices.
  • Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: One (1) year of experience in the construction and repair of sewer lines, shafts, and tunnels. (Combinations of education, training and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability).

License/Certification:
  • Current valid driver license from any state at time of application  
    1. Candidates must obtain a Washington State driver license on or before the date of hire. 
    2. Candidates must provide proof of driving record by submitting their Full Abstract Driving Record as part of the application material.
    3. Your Full Abstract Driving Record must not be older than 30 days from the date of application submission. 
    4. DO NOT submit the Employment Driver Abstract. Order a copy of your Full Abstract Driving Record here.

Example of your CORRECTAbstract of Driving Record - Full:

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DO NOT submit the following abstracts:

  • Abstract of Driving Record – Employment
  • Abstract of Driving Record – Assessment 

Examples of INCORRECT Abstracts:

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  • State of Washington Commercial Class B driver license, Tanker endorsement with the Air Brake restriction removed required within four (4) months of employment.
  • Flagging Certificate and First Aid Card must be obtained within four (4) months of hire.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience performing physically demanding or outdoor work 
  • Familiarity with using tools and working with your hands 
  • Experience working in varied weather conditions or environments 
  • Ability to work in a team setting 
  • Ability to engage in a classroom environment
  • Experience with labor intensive tasks
  • Understands and follows all safety practices in work environments

Other Qualifications

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The full salary range for this position is: $39.41 - 44.29 per hour.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Kyle Chow at [email protected]

This hiring process involves pre-employment test. Pre-employment tests are required in compliance with the Federal Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Program Requirements. 

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans

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