Stormwater Field Maintenance Technician I/II

City of Kinston; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kinston is seeking a Stormwater Maintenance Worker who performs a range of semi-skilled to skilled tasks in inspecting, maintaining, and repairing stormwater systems and related facilities. You will operate medium and heavy equipment and assist with street maintenance and drainage projects.

Responsibilities include inspecting structures, clearing obstructions, repairing pipes, installing curb and gutter, and ensuring public safety through proper traffic control and teamwork in varied

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent required.
• Experience in concrete, asphalt, or heavy equipment construction is desirable.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a Class B driver's license (NC).
• Experience with stormwater maintenance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain stormwater infrastructure and related facilities.
• Operate medium and heavy equipment as part of daily tasks.
• Repair pipes, inlets, basins, and other drainage structures.
• Install curb and gutter; assist asphalt patching and street maintenance.
• Set up safety barricades and traffic controls at worksites.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies such as flooding.
• Receive work orders and coordinate with other divisions.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Stormwater system knowledge

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Signage knowledge

Oral and written instructions

Education

High school diploma

Commercial driver's license (Class B)

Tools

Large trucks operation

Heavy equipment operation

Power tools

Job description

The City of Kinston is seeking a Stormwater Maintenance Worker who performs a range of semi-skilled to skilled tasks in inspecting, maintaining, and repairing stormwater systems and related facilities. You will operate medium and heavy equipment and assist with street maintenance and drainage projects.

Responsibilities include inspecting structures, clearing obstructions, repairing pipes, installing curb and gutter, and ensuring public safety through proper traffic control and teamwork in varied