Stormwater Laborer

Barboursville; West Virginia; On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Barboursville is seeking a hands-on worker to perform maintenance on sewer and stormwater systems. The role involves outdoor tasks, handling materials and equipment, and following supervisor directions across shifts, including evenings and weekends.

A CDL is preferred, with the expectation to obtain a Stormwater Inspector certification within the first year. Applicants must pass drug screening and background checks, and provide a current resume with references.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Stormwater Certified Inspector Certification or willingness to obtain within the first year of employment.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the job (standing for long periods, lifting 50–75 pounds).
• Willing to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety rules.
• Position requires outdoor work in all types of weather and adverse conditions.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance-related tasks for sewer and stormwater systems.
• Cleans up worksites from hazardous or obsolete material.
• Handles and transports materials and equipment (e.g., cement, drills, grinders).
• Inspects and fuels vehicles prior to beginning shift.
• Follows instructions from supervisors to perform manual labor tasks (e.g., digging, stacking).
• Puts up warning signs for vehicles and passersby.
• Reports issues with equipment or unsafe conditions.
• Operates heavy equipment as instructed by supervisor and director.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Weather tolerance

Stormwater cert

Physical fitness

Evenings/weekends

Follow instructions

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Education

Heavy equipment operation experience

CDL preferred

Job description

• Performs maintenance-related tasks for sewer and stormwater systems.
• Cleans up worksites from hazardous or obsolete material.
• Handles and transport materials (e.g. cement) and equipment (e.g. drills and grinders).
• Inspects and fuels vehicles prior to beginning shift.
• Follows instructions from supervisors to perform manual labor tasks (e.g. digging, stacking up goods).
• Puts up warning signs (e.g. signposts, cones) for vehicles and passersby.
• Reports issues with equipment or unsafe conditions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Operates heavy equipment as instructed by supervisor and director.

Qualifications

Valid Driver's License is required. Applicants must pass a drug-screening and background check before start of employment and throughout employment with the Village.

Education & Experience

Applicants must provide a current resume with references.
2 years of heavy equipment operation experience is preferred.
CDL's preferred.

Requirements & Skills

• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must hold a current Stormwater Certified Inspector Certification or be willing to obtain such within the first year of employment.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (standing for long periods of time, lifting heavy loads of 50-75 pounds, etc.).
• Willing to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety rules.

This position requires working outside in all types of weather. Successful applicants must have the ability and willingness to work in adverse conditions, not just in extreme weather but in enclosed spaces as well.

The above declarations are not intended to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described or of the skills and abilities required to perform the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general requirements of the job.