STORMWATER TECHNICIAN II

City of Plantation; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life insurance

Onsite clinic

Wellness program

Job summary

The City of Plantation is seeking a skilled Stormwater Maintenance Technician to perform inspections, maintenance, and construction across the City's stormwater network. This non-exempt field role requires operating heavy equipment, following safety standards, and coordinating with the Stormwater Crew Leader.

Responsibilities include inspecting canals, pump stations, culverts, and drainage structures, maintaining records, and assisting during emergencies such as floods or hurricanes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required and 2+ years in stormwater maintenance or related field.
• Valid Florida Driver License; CDL Class B preferred or obtainable within 1 year.
• Ability to read plans/maps and operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, repair, and construct stormwater infrastructure.
• Operate heavy equipment and specialized stormwater maintenance vehicles.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies and weather events.
• Maintain inspection records, work orders, and equipment logs.
• Ensure MS4/NPDES compliance and safety standards.

Skills

Stormwater knowledge

OSHA safety

Plan interpretation

Heavy equipment operation

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GIS maps

Work order systems

Mobile inspection apps

Job description

Description

This is a non-exempt skilled field position responsible for performing maintenance, inspection, repair, and construction activities involving the City's stormwater conveyance system, waterways, drainage infrastructure, pump stations, roadside swales, canals, culverts, exfiltration trenches, outfalls, and related stormwater facilities. Employees in this classification perform skilled maintenance work requiring knowledge of stormwater operations and the safe operation of heavy equipment and specialized maintenance vehicles. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Stormwater Crew Leader or Stormwater Technician III and requires the ability to work independently while following established procedures and safety standards. This is a non-exempt skilled field position responsible for performing maintenance, inspection, repair, and construction activities involving the City's stormwater conveyance system, waterways, drainage infrastructure, pump stations, roadside swales, canals, culverts, exfiltration trenches, outfalls, and related stormwater facilities. Employees in this classification perform skilled maintenance work requiring knowledge of stormwater operations and the safe operation of heavy equipment and specialized maintenance vehicles. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Stormwater Crew Leader or Stormwater Technician III and requires the ability to work independently while following established procedures and safety standards.

Employees are hired as AT-WILL employees serving at the pleasure of the City and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

Examples of Duties

• Performs inspection, maintenance, repair, and construction of the City's stormwater infrastructure.
• Performs inspections of canals, culverts, catch basins, drainage structures, pump stations, swales, outfalls, and stormwater conveyance systems.
• Operates heavy equipment, commercial vehicles, and specialized stormwater maintenance equipment safely and efficiently.
• Performs roadway sweeping, vacuum truck operations, storm drain cleaning, pipe jetting, sediment removal, vegetation management, and drainage repairs.
• Assists in the installation and repair of stormwater pipes, culverts, drainage structures, and related infrastructure.
• Identifies drainage deficiencies and reports maintenance or repair needs to the Stormwater Crew Leader or Stormwater Technician III.
• Assists with emergency response activities during flooding, hurricanes, and other emergency events.
• Maintains inspection records, work orders, equipment logs, and maintenance documentation.
• Ensures compliance with City policies, MS4 Permit requirements, NPDES regulations, and applicable safety standards.
• Performs routine inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and reports repair needs.
• Assists in maintaining inventories of tools, equipment, and materials.
• Responds to customer service requests and assists in resolving field-related issues.
• Performs skilled manual labor under varying weather and field conditions.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and materials used in the inspection, construction, operation, repair, and maintenance of municipal stormwater drainage systems, waterways, canals, pump stations, and related infrastructure.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards, traffic control procedures, confined space entry requirements, and safe work practices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, utility maps, GIS maps, work orders, and construction drawings.
• Ability to inspect stormwater facilities and identify maintenance and repair needs.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment, commercial vehicles, and specialized stormwater maintenance equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to perform skilled maintenance and construction work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, and the public.
• Skill in the safe operation, inspection, and maintenance of stormwater equipment, tools, and machinery.
• Ability to use computers, mobile inspection software, work order management systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to maintain accurate inspection records, maintenance reports, and equipment logs.
• Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies and declared emergency events.

Education And Experience

High School Diploma or GED. Minimum two (2) years of experience in stormwater maintenance, drainage construction, heavy equipment operation, or related public works maintenance; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Licenses And Certifications

• Valid Florida Driver License.
• Florida Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B
• Florida Stormwater Association Level I Certification preferred or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.
• Florida Stormwater Association Level II Certification preferred or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.cation.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in outdoor field environments with occasional indoor office duties and requires frequent travel between work sites throughout the City. The employee is regularly exposed to varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, humidity, rain, and adverse weather during emergency response operations. Work involves exposure to canals, drainage systems, pump stations, construction sites, roadways with moving traffic, heavy equipment, loud noise, dust, mud, standing water, insects, wildlife, and other environmental hazards associated with stormwater maintenance activities. The position requires operating heavy equipment, commercial vehicles, specialized stormwater maintenance equipment, and working on uneven terrain and around open waterways. This position is designated as an Emergency Response classification and requires the employee to report for duty during hurricanes, flooding events, tropical storms, and other declared emergencies, including after-hours, weekends, and holidays, to support the operation and maintenance of the City's stormwater infrastructure.

Physical Demands

The work requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Duties require frequent standing, walking, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, digging, and operating hand and power tools. The employee must be able to safely operate heavy equipment and commercial vehicles and perform strenuous manual labor for extended periods under varying weather conditions. The position may require entry into confined spaces in accordance with OSHA regulations and the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

The City of Plantation offers a comprehensive benefits package, including vacation, holiday, and sick leave, along with medical, dental, and life insurance. Additionally, we provide access to an onsite clinic offering exceptional care at no cost. To learn more about our robust wellness program and other benefits, please visit our website.