Collection System Worker I-II (20628182)

The ideal candidate:

• Knows and is able to use appropriate safety practices; 
• Has high ethical and professional standards and values a job done well;
• Customer- focused professional who understands the importance of public service and responds effectively to emergencies and maintenance needs; 
• Quickly earns the trust and respect of others and responds to questions, concerns, and issues in a professional manner;
• Enjoys learning and improving technical skills;
• Takes initiative to keep work on track and on time; and
• Has a commercial driver's license.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

A Collection System Worker will have any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job.

• A Collection System Worker I will have a high school diploma or equivalent, as well as some basic work experience in general maintenance operations.
• A Collection System Worker II will have a high school diploma or equivalent, experience in general maintenance operations, and at least one year of experience doing work similar to that of a Collection Systems Worker I at the Novato Sanitary District.

Other Qualifications

A Collection System Worker must also:

• Live within a thirty-minute driving radius from the Treatment Plant for responding to after hours call-outs, if required.
• Possess, or obtain within the first six months of employment, a Class B driver's license (requires passing an initial and random drug testing).
• Be eligible to work in the United States under appropriate federal regulations.
• Successfully complete a work capacity test and medical examination administered by a licensed medical doctor, selected and paid by the District, to determine physical fitness for the job.

License and Certifications

Please note that license/certificate requirements will vary according to a position’s assignments.  A position’s assignments are used to determine applicable requirements.

Applicants must possess a valid California motor vehicle driver's license and a good driving record consistent with requirements established by the District.

Employee must obtain a Class B license with air brake and tank endorsement within the first 6 months of employment. Failure to obtain a Class B License and maintain an acceptable driving record shall be cause for discipline, up to and including dismissal. Class A license within first six months may be required for some positions.

Employee must obtain First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate within six months of employment.

Possession of a Grade I Wastewater Collection System Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association or the American Water Works Association is highly desirable.

About The District 

The Novato Sanitary District provides wastewater collection, treatment, recycling, reclamation, and disposal to 60,000 residents and businesses in City of Novato and surrounding areas of Marin County. It also administers solid waste services and has partnered with Recology for garbage and recycling collection. The District covers approximately 34 square miles and owns approximately 250 miles of sewers, 40 pump stations, a state-of-the-art and award-winning wastewater treatment plant, and an approximately 800-acre reclamation facility.

The District takes pride in its essential role in protecting the public health and safety of the Novato area for nearly 100 years. In fact, in 2025, the District will celebrate its 100th anniversary! Rooted in a long history of service, District administration and operations focus on the future. The District knows that its continued success is made possible by its two dozen talented and committed employees. It also works to balance the careful maintenance of its infrastructure with investing in innovation. The District has a AAA credit rating due to its sound financial management, and its wastewater and solid waste operations adhere to the highest standards of operations.