Position Description

Sewer Cleaner Special MEO
Division Public Works
Rate $31.29- $36.46 hourly (fy26 rate)
Closing Date Open Until Filled
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Posting Date:
10/22/25
Department:
DPW - Streets/Sewer Maintenance
Job Code:
C766 (ID# 566)
Sequence #:
004, 005,002
Number of Hours Per Week:
40
Additional Work Hours Information:
6:30am - 2:30am
Union Affiliation:
Teamsters Local 25
# of openings:
1
Type of Employment:
Regular
Civil Service Type:
Labor Service

Explanation of Labor Service Job Type can be found on the City of Cambridge Human Resource Department's website under Tips & FAQs

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Superintendent of Streets, cleans out sludge, trash, and muck from sewers; removes lids or grating, climbs down into catch basins and removes and disposes of solid substances from sewer and removes such substances from all parts of the sewer and water systems.  Operates pick-up trucks, dump trucks, and panel trucks with a rated capacity of 26,001 pounds; passenger automobiles; sidewalk plows and sweepers; small tractors, bulldozers, and rollers.  Loads and unloads trucks; picks up and hauls materials; transports personnel; plows and sands sidewalks; greases, oils, and cleans motor equipment; changes the tires and performs minor maintenance.   Reports any defects and adjustments needed for safe operation of equipment.  Performs other unskilled or semi-skilled duties in connection with sewer cleaning. Required to adhere to all safety rules and regulations as well as dress code policies.  Perform other related duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • One year driving experience.
  • Must possess a current and valid Commercial Driver’s License Classification B.
  • Must present a valid Department of Transportation medical certificate.
  • Must possess a satisfactory driving record.

o   Candidates must also provide, upon interview, a copy of their unattested driving record, obtainable at the RMV and dated within the previous six months

  • Candidates may need to register with the FMCSA Commercial Driver’s License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/register
  • All candidates will participate in an on-road driving assessment as part of the interview process.

  • Must possess a current 4E Hoisting Engineer License.

  • Internal applicants must have a permanent civil service status.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  All labor positions, skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled in the Cambridge Department of Public Works require a combination of:  Lifting between 25-100 pounds, proper bending, squatting, stretching, pushing, climbing, dragging, and pulling.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  Exposure to all weather conditions.  Work in a moderate to high noise level environment caused by sound of machinery or powered equipment being used. Occasional odor may occur during work.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS (As Outlined in Current Teamster Collective Bargaining Agreement):

  • Competitive Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Vacation and Sick Leave Eligible
  • Sick Incentive Pay Eligible
  • 3 Personal Days
  • 14 Paid Holidays
  • Annual bonus for required CDL and valid DOT medical certificate.
  • Additional compensation above regular OT for all overtime hours working in snow or salting operations.
  • Additional compensation for hoisting and engineering licenses that are not a requirement of the position.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

This position is open to internal candidates with permanent civil service status only.  Please upload the following documents to complete your application.

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ABOUT THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE 

The City of Cambridge is a diverse and vibrant community that 120,000 residents of different ethnic, racial, religious, U.S. nationals and other backgrounds call home. We take pride in our City’s diversity and strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the community we serve -- one in which all employees can thrive. The City is also deeply committed to creating an environment in which all our employees are treated equitably and feel included. In joining our team, you would work in a workplace environment that advances and values antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion (ADEI), and that is committed to embedding ADEI best practices and tenets in all aspects of our work. City of Cambridge residents are especially encouraged to apply to job openings.


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION 

The City of Cambridge is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected category.  Women, minorities, veterans, members of the LGBTQ+ Community, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City is committed to advancing a workforce culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request by contacting Human Resources at humanresources@cambridgema.gov.

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