Stormwater Technician

Overview

The City is offering a Sign-On Bonus for Public Works Operations positions: $500 with first paycheck and 2% of gross earnings during first year of employment at first anniversary.

Job Summary:

Under regular direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, installs and maintains stormwater systems throughout the City. Builds and repairs catch basins, installs storm pipe, and inspects and cleans storm system. Cuts grass and makes repairs els ditches to proper grade. Landscapes construction site at job completion. Operates a variety of light and heavy equipment, as well as hand tools in performance of job duties.

Assists other departments with general installation, maintenance, and cleaning projects. Works during inclement weather conditions by operating salt spreaders, loaders, snowplows, and other specific equipment necessary to clear and maintain roads and walkways. Identifies, removes and/or reports potential safety hazards. Assists with special projects and events.

• Complete Stormwater Repair Work Orders & Related Duties:
  Operate dump truck for hauling materials and equipment to and from job sites. Operate a variety of light and heavy equipment, as well as hand tools. Set up trenching and shoring as required. Perform confined space entries when needed. Set up laser and transits; make grade shots and set correct percentages. Build and repair catch basins to include setting elevations and laying out location;
  
  excavate and build catch basins with brick, block and cement. Change out slabs and grates for catch basins. Operate jet rodder combination truck to rod lines and vacuum catch basins. Shovel out mouth of catch basins, profile ditches and vacuum/rake leaves out of ditches. Estimate material needs and ensure correct materials are on site. Set up traffic control when necessary.
  
  Wash road/landscape as needed. Maintain machines in proper working order. Repair sewer systems as necessary. Cut grass and make repairs dscape construction site at job completion.
• Perform Asphalt Maintenance:
  Assist asphalt crews in patching utility cuts and potholes. Prep and replace asphalt on driveways and roads. Assist in installation of asphalt rolls and berms for Stormwater division. Haul asphalt when needed.
• Support Inclement Weather Operations:
  Work outside of regular schedule during inclement weather by operating salt spreaders, loaders, snowplows, and other equipment to clear and maintain roads and walkways. Mix sand and salt for ice removal and treat bridges and roads as necessary. Wash brine and salt off equipment after use.
• Ensure Workplace Safety:
  Proactively identify, remove and report potential safety hazards. Address or report hazardous conditions. Comply with safety procedures and protocols. Ensure equipment and property safety.
• Assist with Special Projects and Events:
  Set up, tear down, and cleanup of permitted events. Assist with construction, installation, and tearing down of temporary structures, banners, lights, and decorations; operate various equipment; enter creeks or rivers to remove debris; assist the public as needed.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Over one (1) year of experience in a public works, utility, or construction field.
• Associate degree in construction engineering technology or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.
• Confined Space Certification, Trenching and Shoring Certification, Competent Person Safety Certification, and Traffic Control Training within six (6) months of employment.
• FEMA training and certifications ICS 100, 552, and 700 within three (3) months of employment.

• Valid South Carolina Class D Driver's License at hire.
• Valid South Carolina Class B Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) within three (3) weeks of hire, or equivalent CLP from state of residence.
• Valid South Carolina Class B CDL with air brake provision and tanker endorsement within three (3) months of hire, or equivalent CDL from state of residence.
• Applicants who do not intend to relocate to South Carolina must reside in a neighboring state and meet the same CDL requirements;…