Specialist in Sewer Maintenance
- 04 September 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent)
- Zürich
About the job
With the most modern specialised vehicles, you and your team ensure that the municipal sewer network functions reliably. You are not only behind the wheel: you operate sophisticated technical units, coordinate the work on site, and take responsibility for safe and professional execution. In this way, you make an important daily contribution to a functioning infrastructure in the city of Zurich.Ready for a meaningful job?
Specialist in Sewer Maintenance
ERZ, with around 1,000 employees, is one of the largest service departments of the city of Zurich and operates in an exciting environment at the cutting edge. We are modern, down-to-earth, open-minded, all on first-name terms, and want to make a difference. Together, we are committed to a clean, innovative, and sustainable Zurich.
ERZ stands for diversity and mixed teams.
Responsibilities
- You drive and operate our specialised vehicles and operate the mounted units for the operational maintenance of the municipal sewer network as well as private drainage systems.
- You coordinate the work on site, professionally lead employees and apprentices, and ensure smooth information and knowledge transfer.
- You carry out the work in the sewer network professionally, secure and signal the work areas, and ensure strict compliance with our safety regulations and protective measures.
- You keep an eye on the condition of your vehicle and technical equipment, report necessary maintenance and repair work, and assist with their execution.
- You document the work performed, initiate urgent measures if necessary, and flexibly support other areas of drainage work.
Profile
- Completed training as a truck driver (EFZ) or technical vocational training
- Several years of professional experience as a truck driver in category C / CE and strong technical understanding
- Driving licences categories B, C and CE, ADR / SDR training as well as CZV competence certificate
- Very good German skills (level C1), good knowledge of the city is an advantage
- Good physical condition and willingness to work varying hours including night and Saturday shifts (approx. 4 weeks per year) as well as participation in on-call duty (approx. 6 weeks per year), which are additionally remunerated
We offer
- Generous mobility allowance
- A modern, down-to-earth and future-oriented working environment
- Thorough induction into your role
- Opportunities for mobile working
- Equal pay
- Above-average social benefits
- Meal allowance
- Maternity leave: 16 weeks paid
- Paternity leave: 20 paid days
- Parents can care for their sick child for three days without deduction from holiday
- Development opportunities through the broad educational offerings of the city of Zurich
- ERZ Sports Club
Interested?
For further information, Loan Do from Human Resources is happy to assist you at Tel. +41 44 417 77 41. We look forward to receiving your application, which please submit online.
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