Skilled Laborer - Stormwater (Full-Time)

City Of Statesville; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Statesville seeks a Skilled Laborer - Stormwater to perform heavy manual work on stormwater infrastructure, including maintenance, repair and construction. The role involves operating equipment such as backhoes, skid steers and chain saws, and assisting with project planning and safety compliance.

Ideal candidates will have a HS diploma or GED and at least 1 year of relevant experience, with a valid NC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of maintenance/construction experience.
• Must be 18 years old or older.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy manual work related to stormwater infrastructure repair, maintenance, and construction.
• Assist in storm drainage maintenance, cleaning, and construction.
• Operate and maintain departmental equipment and tools.

Skills

Heavy manual labor

Tool operation

Equipment maintenance

Communication

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Pickup truck operation

Backhoe operation

Skid steer operation

Chain saw operation

Job description

Job Overview

Skilled Laborer - Stormwater

Engineering Department / Stormwater Division

Salary Range: $19.77 - $32.62 Hourly / $41,121.60 - $67,849.60 Annually

FLSA Position Class: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Posting Closing Date: November 16, 2026, or until filled

Summary

This position is responsible for a variety of construction, maintenance, and repair assignments involving the use of specialized tools and equipment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

NOTE: Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville and meet the needs of the organization, which may result in the assignment of other duties and take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Performs a variety of heavy manual work in connection with the repair, maintenance, and construction of stormwater infrastructure.
• Assists in storm drainage system maintenance, cleaning, and construction.
• Acts as lead worker on projects.
• Operates a pickup truck, backhoe, skid steer, and chain saw.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs departmental equipment.
• Assists supervisors in planning and organizing work.
• Assists supervisors in training unskilled laborers.
• Interacts with the public in a professional manner.
• Assists with the installation of trench shoring equipment.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Understands and complies with the permissible activities that affect water quality and quantity conditions in aquatic areas around the city.
• Set-up work zones.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• One (1) year of experience in maintenance, repair, and/or construction work.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license, or any valid driver’s license with ability to obtain a North Carolina driver’s license within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina.
• Possession of a valid OSHA Competent Person for Excavation, Trenching, and Shoring certification or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire date.
• Possession of a valid Confined Space Safety certification or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire date.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of construction, maintenance, and repair tasks.
• Thorough knowledge in the use of common and specialized hand and power tools required in the work.
• Thorough knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of mechanical equipment required in the work.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions.
• Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, other departments, supervisors, city officials, and the general public.

Job Related Physical Requirements

This position involves 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. Physical activity related to this position may require the use of fingers and hands, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for assembly or fabrication of parts at/or within arm’s length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

Working Conditions

The employee is subject to indoor and outdoor environmental conditions including extreme heat and cold, vibration, noise, fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, poor ventilation, oils, cutting fluids, and hazards including work around operating machinery, uneven surfaces, and narrow or confined spaces; employee may be required to wear a respirator or mask during certain circumstances.

Benefits At A Glance

Benefits are a valuable part of your total compensation at City of Statesville. Your benefits package provides protection for you and your family with expenses shared by the city or available to you at discounted group rates. Below is a brief summary of the choices available to all eligible regular, full-time employees. Part-time employees’ benefits differ from full-time employees’ benefits and are listed below.

Our current Open Enrollment Guide for City Benefits can be found here: City of Statesville Benefits

Full-Time Employee Benefits

Health & Welfare Benefits

• Health Care Insurance PPO or HDHP/Prescription Drug Program
• Lifestyle programs (weight management, Tobacco Cessation, Stress Management)
• Telehealth Online Appointments 24/7
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement (DCFSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Secondary Language Incentive Pay
• Bereavement Leave

Retirement Benefits

• Pension Plan - NC Local Government Employee Retirement System (LGERS)
• NC 401(k) Empower
• NC Roth 401(k) Empower
• NC 401(k) Match Empower
• 457(b) Nationwide
• Roth 457(b) Nationwide
• Fireman’s Pension Fund

Time-Off Benefits

• Twelve (12) Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• School Visitation - unpaid, up to 4 hours to attend school activities.
• Military Differential Pay

Wellness Benefits

• Health Fair
• Biometric Screening
• Flu Shots
• Statesville Fitness & Activity Center (SFAC)
• Wellness Activity Calendar
• See HR for Other Fitness Center Discounts

Additional Benefits

• Take Home Vehicle (based on position)
• Working Advantage - Employee Discount Program
• Christmas Bonus (Based yearly on City Council approval)
• Employee Appreciation Picnic
• Veterans Breakfast
• Service Award Program
• Career Development (eligible departments)
• Alternative Work Arrangements available based on departmental needs
• Cellphone Discounts
• City Cell Phone (eligible positions)
• Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

Voluntary Benefits

• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness
• Group Accident Insurance
• Whole Life Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Life insurance

Safety Benefits (Eligibility: based on job position)

• Boot Vouchers - yearly
• Safety Glasses - every (2) years
• Hearing Tests - yearly
• Uniforms (eligible departments)

Police Department Benefits

• Law Enforcement Officers’ Separation Allowance
• Degree Incentive
• Certification Incentive
• Specialized Unit Incentive
• Shift Differential Pay
• 401(k) 5% Contribution
• Uniform Stipend (based on position)

Part-Time Employee Benefits

• Health Fair
• Flu Shots
• Employee Appreciation Picnic
• Veteran’s Breakfast
• Service Awards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program – Working Advantage Benefits
• Biometric Screening
• 457(b) Nationwide
• Statesville Fitness & Activity Center (SFAC)
• Wellness Activity Calendar
• See HR for Fitness Center Discounts