PUMPOUT BOAT OPERATOR 7232

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class operates an outboard motorboat and the pumps used to unload liquid waste from other boats. The incumbent will also be responsible for discharging the waste into the designated disposal facility. Work is routine and repetitive in nature and once learned can be carried out without difficulty and under only general supervision. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Operates an outboard motorboat and attached pumpout equipment;

Communicates with boats via radio and hand signals;

Navigates the boat in congested and open bodies of water;

Refuels the pump and the vessel motors;

Transfers the waste line to the vessel requesting assistance;

Inspects and maintains the vessel in good operational and clean condition, reports any

problems or repairs;

May verify that the moored vessels have the proper authorization to occupy the space, submits reports of problem vessels.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the operation, maintenance, limitations and safety practices of an outboard motorboat; good knowledge of applicable United States Coast Guard regulations concerning safety, rules of the road and navigation; working knowledge of liquid pumps and motors; skill in operating an outboard motorboat with pumping equipment; ability to communicate with other vessels via radio or hand signals; ability to maintain records and logs; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a certificate reflecting the successful completion of a boating safety course and one (1) year of experience operating an outboard motorboat.

06/28/06

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-competitive

Review 10/21/09