Stormwater Systems Technician I - IV - Public Works

City of Greeley; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Greeley is seeking qualified candidates for Stormwater Systems Technician I, II, III, or IV. These roles maintain and repair the City's stormwater systems, operate a range of equipment, and support emergency operations to protect public health and the environment.

Positions offer a defined career path with increasing responsibilities, including supervision, lead duties, and advanced technical training as you progress from Technician I through IV.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of related field maintenance work (construction, public works, utilities, stormwater, streets) or equivalent experience.
• CDL Class A with air brake and tanker endorsements within 12 months of hire.
• Flagger and Work Zone Traffic Control Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Preferred: NASSCO PACP/MACP/LACP CCTV training or CCTV inspection experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, repair, and construct stormwater infrastructure.
• Operate light and heavy equipment including vacuum trucks and CCTV systems.
• Read utility locates, maps, and engineering drawings; document work orders.
• Participate in winter maintenance and emergency response operations.
• Lead or assist on projects, coordinating teams and training less-experienced staff.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class A with air brake and tanker endorsements

Flagger Certification

Work Zone Traffic Control Certification

GIS/CMMS familiarity

Job description

Stormwater Systems Technician I:

JOB DESCRIPTION

Anticipated Hiring Range: $21.96 - $26.72 Hourly

Full Hiring Range: $21.96 - $31.84 Hourly

Stormwater Systems Technician II:

Anticipated Hiring Range: $24.16 - $30.00 Hourly

Full Hiring Range: $24.16 - $35.03 Hourly

Stormwater Systems Technician III:

Anticipated Hiring Range: $26.57 - $32.98 Hourly

Full Hiring Range: $26.57 - $38.53 Hourly

Stormwater Systems Technician IV:

Anticipated Hiring Range: $29.23 - $36.48 Hourly

Full Hiring Range: $29.23 - $42.38 Hourly

Why Do I See Two Salary Ranges?

The City of Greeley, in compliance with Colorado state law, includes a salary range for all positions posted. This law improves wage transparency. We post both the full salary range and the anticipated hiring range, where we expect to make an offer. Offers are based on experience, education, certifications, and other factors.

City of Greeley's Total Rewards

The City of Greeley is committed to providing a comprehensive total rewards program that supports employees in their work by encouraging excellence and investing in employee development and recognition. This philosophy is grounded in fiscal responsibility, organizational effectiveness, and employee safety and well-being, ensuring the responsible stewardship of public resources while offering meaningful and comparable rewards. This approach ensures that the city remains an attractive, inclusive, and rewarding work environment, while also effectively serving the community.

Benefits

This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.

Position Summary

The City of Greeley is seeking qualified candidates to join the Stormwater Division as a Stormwater Systems Technician I, II, III, or IV. These positions maintain, repair, inspect, and construct the City's stormwater infrastructure to protect public health, property, and the environment while ensuring the safe and efficient conveyance of stormwater.

Stormwater Systems Technicians maintain storm sewer systems, culverts, inlets, manholes, detention ponds, drainage channels, and related infrastructure. Positions operate light, heavy, and specialized equipment, including vacuum trucks and CCTV inspection systems; support regulatory compliance; and participate in flood response, snow and ice removal, and other emergency operations.

Responsibilities increase by level and certification and include greater independence, technical expertise, equipment operation, troubleshooting, project and crew coordination, training, and leadership.

Candidates may be hired at the Technician I, II, III, or IV level based on qualifications, experience, certifications, and demonstrated competencies. The classification provides a structured career path with advancement based on demonstrated performance, experience, technical proficiency, and required certifications.

Stormwater Systems Technician I

Position Summary

The Stormwater Systems Technician I is an entry-level responsible for assisting in the inspection, maintenance, repair, and construction of the City's stormwater infrastructure. Under the direction of a Crew Supervisor and senior staff, the Technician I performs routine maintenance, operates light- and medium-duty equipment, assists with emergency response activities, and develops the technical knowledge, certifications, and equipment operation skills necessary to advance within the Stormwater Operations.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of experience in construction, public works, utilities, stormwater, streets, landscaping, excavation, or related field maintenance.
• Colorado Collections System Operator Class I Certification within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Ability to obtain a Class A CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Ability to obtain Flagger Certification and Work Zone Traffic Control Certification within six (6) months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• NASSCO Pipeline Assessment Certification Program (PACP, MACP, LACP) certification or related CCTV pipeline inspection training.
• Experience with CCTV operations and inspections
• Experience operating light and heavy construction or maintenance equipment.
• Experience performing municipal infrastructure or utility maintenance.
• General knowledge of VAC truck operations in support of underground utility cleaning.

Stormwater Systems Technician II

Position Summary

The Stormwater Systems Technician II is responsible for independently performing maintenance, repair, inspection, and construction of the City's stormwater infrastructure. This position operates heavy equipment, performs advanced maintenance activities, troubleshoots field issues, provides technical guidance to less experienced employees, and may serve as a lead on assigned projects or maintenance activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience stormwater, drainage, utility construction, heavy equipment operation including loaders, excavators, backhoes, skid steers, dump trucks, tractors, or similar equipment or related infrastructure maintenance.
• Colorado Collections System Operator Class I Certification
• Colorado Collections System Operator Class II Certification within twelve (12) months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using GIS, CityWorks, or computerized maintenance management systems.
• NASSCO Pipeline Assessment Certification Program (PACP, MACP, LACP) certification or related CCTV pipeline inspection training.
• Proficient operation of CCTV tractor and conducting relevant inspections.
• Proficient operation of VAC truck operations in support of underground utility cleaning .
• Proficient operation with light and heavy construction and maintenance equipment

Essential Functions

• Inspect, maintain, repair, and construct stormwater infrastructure, including storm sewer systems, culverts, manholes, inlets, detention ponds, drainage channels, and related facilities.
• Operate light- and heavy-duty equipment including loaders, excavators, skid steers, backhoes, dump trucks, vacuum trucks, tractors, and other specialized equipment.
• Perform drainage system cleaning, sediment and debris removal, vegetation management, erosion control, and restoration activities.
• Conduct inspections to identify maintenance needs and document work performed using work order and asset management systems.
• Operates vacuum trucks and related equipment to clean storm sewer lines, inlets, manholes, and structures and remove sediment, debris, and obstructions.
• Performs CCTV inspections of storm sewer pipelines and structures to identify and document defects, blockages, deterioration, and maintenance needs
• Read and interpret utility locates, maps, construction plans, work orders, and engineering drawings.
• Perform traffic control in accordance with City standards and maintain safe work zones.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles in a safe and serviceable condition.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, contractors, other City departments, and the public.
• Participate in winter maintenance operations, including snow plowing, snow removal, deicing, sanding, anti-icing, equipment preparation, and roadway monitoring.
• Respond to snowstorms, flooding, severe weather events, and other emergencies by operating equipment and supporting emergency operations as assigned.
• Participate in on-call rotations and work extended hours, evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency callouts as operational needs require.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Stormwater Systems Technician III

Position Summary

The Stormwater Systems Technician III is an advanced-level position responsible for performing and coordinating complex maintenance, repair, inspection, and construction activities involving the City's stormwater infrastructure. The position operates specialized and heavy equipment, troubleshoots complex system and field issues, coordinates assigned projects and work activities, and provides technical guidance and training to less-experienced employees.

The position regularly serves as a lead worker on stormwater maintenance, construction, emergency response, and special projects and exercises considerable independent judgment in determining work methods, equipment needs, safety requirements, and field solutions.

Minimum Requirements

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in stormwater, drainage, utility construction, infrastructure maintenance, or heavy equipment operation.
• Ability to obtain Colorado Collections System Operator Class III Certification within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Demonstrated experience operating heavy and specialized equipment, including loaders, excavators, backhoes, skid steers, dump trucks, vacuum trucks, tractors, or similar equipment.
• Experience providing work direction, training, or technical guidance to employees.
• NASSCO Pipeline Assessment Certification Program (PACP, MACP, LACP) certification or related CCTV pipeline inspection training.

Essential Functions

• Performs and coordinates complex inspection, maintenance, repair, construction, and rehabilitation of stormwater infrastructure, including storm sewers, culverts, manholes, inlets, detention facilities, and drainage channels.
• Operates heavy and specialized equipment, including loaders, excavators, backhoes, skid steers, dump trucks, vacuum trucks, tractors, and related equipment.
• Serves as lead worker on assigned projects and provides work direction, equipment training