Stormwater Technician

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The position of Stormwater Technician is responsible for performing intermediate technical work maintaining GIS database, collecting data on stormwater infrastructure and impervious area, sampling and testing stormwater runoff and streams, inspecting structural stormwater systems for compliance with ordinances, coordinates with the other departments regarding the operation and maintenance of the stormwater drainage system; responds to public requests for assistance; and any other tasks designated by the Street/Stormwater Foreman or Public Works Director. Work is performed under the continuous supervision of the Street/Stormwater Foreman.  

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction and maintenance of Town streets and storm drains. Operates heavy equipment such as backhoe, bucket truck, dump trucks, pole camera, push camera, water tank, jet-vacuum, sweeper truck and all other equipment requiring a CDL license but not limited to equipment requiring a license.
• Maintains and cleans streets by clearing ditches, drains and catch basins; trim tree limbs; assists with building storm drains and pouring concrete forms and asphalt patches to maintain street quality and storm water run-off; clears right of ways and mows grass along roadways.
• Patches and repairs sidewalks and other paved areas; sets metal forms, pours concrete and smooths and finishes the concrete.
• Assists in laying and connecting pipe.
• Operates vehicles and equipment such as, but not limited to asphalt packer, tractor, trencher, etc. to perform daily tasks such as repairing and patching streets and digging trenches.
• Raises manhole covers and breaks area around hole with jack hammer.
• Responsible for using the sweeper truck to clean curbs and gutters in accordance with the schedule set by the department for all streets within Town limits.
• Helps operate Vacuum truck when cleaning catch basins of all debris and leaves; and the Jet Vac machine while cleaning pipe culverts and the inside of other pipes.
• Responsible for maintaining the sweeper truck and the Vac-Machine to ensure it operates properly and communicates with the Street Foreman regarding any repairs or scheduled maintenance due.
• Maintains records for tonnage of street debris collected for both the Sweeper and Vacuum truck.
• Maintains retention ponds for storm water and reporting any issues to the supervisor.
• Manually loads and unloads materials from the trucks.
• Participates in snow removal/sand spreading operations in inclement weather.
• Cleans and maintains assigned vehicles and equipment; performs basic to intermediate equipment maintenance to ensure safe operation.
• Performs all work in adherence with Federal, State and Local regulations, policies, procedures and standards of quality and safety.
• Receives and responds to public inquiries, complaints and requests for assistance regardless of area of responsibility.
• Prepares accurate and complete records of work performed.
• Attends job related trainings, meetings, etc. as required to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Works in weather conditions that include but are not limited to severe hot and or cold weather; severe conditions such as snow, rain and/or hail.
• Assist all departments of Public Works as determined by the Public Works Director.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduation from High School or equivalent. 
• Due to the dangerous nature of the industry, and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
• At least two years' Heavy Equipment Operation experience preferred.
• Possession of North Carolina Commercial B driver's license required, the Town will allow ninety days to obtain license.

Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions. Also requires vocal communication to express or exchange, hearing to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and visual acuity for depth perception, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection to operate motor vehicles or other equipment, determine the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observe general surroundings and activities 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Employees are subject to outside environmental conditions, including extreme cold and heat as well as noise levels requiring the wearing of protective gear. Employees are subject to physical workplace hazards including proximity to moving mechanical parts or construction equipment, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, and potential exposure to chemicals. Employees are subject to atmospheric conditions including fumes, odors, dusts, dirt, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. This employee may work in close quarters, crawl space, shafts, small enclosures, and other areas which could cause claustrophobia.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Possession of a valid North Carolina Class B or higher CDL
• May require mandatory callbacks during inclement weather. 
• May include nights, weekends, and holidays. 
• Must be willing to attend Storm Water Inspector Class CSI-MS4 or the equivalent. 
• Must acquire an aquatic or right away pesticide license within the six-month probationary period.
• Must know and understand the Town of Landis Building Standard associated with storm water, road, curb, water inlets, proper subgrades and storm drain pipe per construction.

DISCLAIMER: This classification specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job. The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions section of this classification may vary from position to position. The employer reserves the right to assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification.

DRUG TESTING: This position requires the employee to be subject to random drug testing as per the Town of Landis Policy