Stormwater Maintenance Technician

City-of-Goldsboro; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Goldsboro is seeking a laborer to maintain, repair, and construct the City’s stormwater infrastructure. Responsibilities include operating tools, repairing pipes, basins, manholes, and assisting concrete work, with occasional heavy equipment operation and on-call duties.

Starting range negotiable between $37,810.71 and $49,153.93, based on qualifications and experience. Must have a valid North Carolina Class B CDL or obtain within one year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of semi-skilled or general maintenance experience.
• Valid NC Class B CDL or ability to obtain within one year of hire date.
• Ability to perform strenuous manual labor.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Repair and install stormwater pipes, catch basins and manholes.
• Operate basic tools and equipment for maintenance tasks.
• Maintain equipment with daily checks and scheduled maintenance.
• Assist with concrete work and masonry related to stormwater infra.
• Drive and operate trucks to haul equipment and personnel.
• Prepare daily logs and reports using computer software.
• Support other departments as needed and work on-call as required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Hiring range is negotiable between $37,810.71 and $49,153.93 depending on a candidate's qualifications and experience.

Performs a variety of unskilled to semi-skilled manual labor tasks and duties as required to maintain, repair and construct the City’s stormwater infrastructure system. Work includes repairing and installing pipes, catch basins, manholes, etc., as well digging and maintaining ditches, cleaning catch basins, rodding and clearing pipes, etc. Work is labor intensive and includes the use of basic hand, gas, electric and pneumatic powered tools to include shovels, rakes, bush axes, chain saws, jack-hammers, concrete saws, etc. A laborer in this category will be expected to assist with basic infrastructure repairs and concrete work, and may occasionally operate non-specialized equipment in connection with tasks or perform other related work as required. Employee should be able to maintain accurate equipment and work tracking records.

• Performs a variety of unskilled to semi-skilled manual labor tasks in support of stormwater infrastructure maintenance requirements.
• Uses basic hand, gas, electric and pneumatic powered tools to include shovels, rakes, bush axes, chain saws, jack-hammers, concrete saws, etc.
• Operates various equipment and machinery occasionally, may include backhoes, skid steers, loaders, dump trucks, JetVac, sweeper, etc. to load and haul trees and limbs, dirt, rocks, construction debris and other related materials.
• Ensures machinery and equipment are properly maintained; completes daily checks and preventative maintenance requirements, and schedules maintenance and repairs accordingly to ensure equipment remains in good working order.
• Assists with operating the VacTruck to maintain stormwater infrastructure.
• Maintains surface and subsurface drainage systems, to include repairing and/or replacing pipe, mowing, cutting and clearing drainage ditches, cleaning catch basins, etc.
• Assists with all aspects of concrete work related to maintaining stormwater infrastructure; saw cutting and removing concrete; constructing and repairing manholes; laying forms, pouring and finishing new curb and gutter; and cleaning up the worksite.
• Assists with basic masonry work, including building brick manholes.
• Drives passenger trucks to haul equipment, materials and personnel.
• Assists with inspecting and Jet-rodding storm drain lines, including collecting video of pipe to search for roots or other foreign debris and blockages.
• Follows relevant safety practices in performance of all duties.
• Assists with setting up safe work zones, staging signs, flaggers and cones.
• Works various shifts in support of natural disasters or major weather events.
• Performs “on-call” duties on a rotational basis, as needed.
• Assists with preparing daily logs and other reports to track performance and completed tasks; uses computer and related software to input data.
• Assists other departments and agencies as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of tools, materials and methods used to maintain and repair stormwater conveyance systems.
• Knowledge of the operational and preventative maintenance requirements for equipment and vehicles assigned to perform primary duties.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions involved in the operation of assigned equipment and performance of daily responsibilities.
• Knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
• Knowledge of tools, materials and methods used in skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled street and stormwater maintenance work.
• Knowledge of safety requirements applicable to the duties of the class.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment and light vehicle preventative maintenance.
• Skill in the operation of equipment used in daily tasks.
• Skill in the use of basic hand, gas, electric and pneumatic powered tools used for daily tasks.
• Ability to perform strenuous manual labor.
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions, both oral and written.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to respond courteously to citizens.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. The work may require specific physical characteristic and abilities such as heightened strength, mobility, dexterity and full range of motion. The following additional physical abilities are also required: climbing, crouching, kneeling, manual dexterity, hearing, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, stooping, talking, visual acuity and walking.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work is generally performed in inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposed to various hazards such as working in heavy traffic, chemicals, moving mechanical parts, oils, in close quarters, man holes, or trenches. Work is also subject to the final OSHA standards on blood borne pathogens. The work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental risks which require a range of safety and other precautions. Employees will be required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as masks, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, or shield.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• One (1) year of semi-skilled or general experience in related maintenance work;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid North Carolina Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain within one year of hire date.