Canal Structure Operator - Grade 09

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This title exists in Canal Corporation and has approximately 164 positions.

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Salary Information for Canal Structure Operator
Title Grade Hiring Rate/yr Job Rate/yr
09 (salary information not available)

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Job Duties

As a Canal Structure Operator, during an assigned shift, you would maintain and operate canal structures and equipment to permit passage of lock and lift bridge traffic and to regulate water level and flow. In addition, you would be responsible for checking for seepage and navigational hazards and for preventing trespassing and vandalism. You would also perform activities in support of the collection of user fees. The position requires frequent interaction with the general public. Canal operators cover a 24-hour day, seven day a week schedule. Appointees can expect to be assigned to cover night and weekend shifts and are subject to 24-hour emergency call-outs. Appointees will perform preventative maintenance activities and may work with a maintenance crew on canal pump-out projects, will perform minor repairs to structures and buildings, and other tasks as assigned. Both annual and seasonal positions may be filled as the result of this examination. Seasonal positions are paid at a lower hourly rate. You will receive further information if you are called for an interview. If you receive a seasonal appointment from this eligible list, your name will remain active for annual appointment.

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26-762

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