Storm and Surface Water Technician

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Open until filled. Cutoff for first review of applications: 8 am, March 18, 2026. Applications received after this cutoff may not be reviewed.

The Engineering Division of the Public Works Department is seeking a Storm and Surface Water Technician to join the development review and water resources group. Collectively, the division manages or monitors the water, sanitary sewer, surface water, stormwater, road, and non-motorized transportation networks throughout our jurisdiction.

The Capital group manages multi-modal transportation and utility projects on the existing utility networks, while the Development Engineering group typically reviews and manages extensions to those networks proposed and constructed by outside parties in support of private development. The Water Resources team manages/monitors the surface water network and our existing Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) in support of the City’s compliance efforts related to the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit.

The Storm and Surface Water Technician supports all stormwater management or water quality actions and programs required under the NPDES permit, but will focus on pollution source control, illicit discharge detection/elimination and stormwater field investigation/verification activities.

• Has experience with NPDES municipal stormwater permit compliance, assessment and/or enforcement;
• Has experience with field inspections and investigations of stormwater facilities/best management practices, industrial waste facilities, and/or erosion or source control measures;
• Has experience reviewing construction drawings and/or field data to respond to inquiries from stakeholders about utility infrastructure;
• Is comfortable communicating with various stakeholders, both internal and external to the City in support of individual projects and the storm and surface water management program as a whole; and
• is willing to be flexible in their daily tasks.

This position presents opportunities to interface with the public and resolve important storm and surface water issues in the field while learning from the Department’s experienced team of operations, maintenance, engineering and other technical staff. The City offers a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for a hybrid office/remote work schedule, and an environment that values and practices mentorship and inclusion.

The Storm and Surface Water Technician assists in developing, implementing, maintaining and monitoring the City’s storm and surface water management program, focused on meeting requirements of the City’s NPDES Municipal Stormwater Phase II Permit.

The City of Bainbridge Island is a vibrant community with small-town feel, 52 miles of scenic shoreline and densely forested areas. Our employees are the most important asset in preserving and enhancing the special character of the Island, and in responding to the community’s needs. The City provides competitive salaries, outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities.

• Assists in developing and implementing the storm and surface water management program, including stormwater planning; public education and outreach; public involvement and participation; mapping; illicit discharge detection and elimination; controlling runoff from development, redevelopment, and construction activities; stormwater management for existing development; source control; water quality monitoring; and operations and maintenance activities.
• Investigates reports of illicit discharges and illicit connections; coordinates with Public Works staff for assistance with investigations and repairs of City storm sewer structures, facilities, and pipes.
• Responds to inquiries from the public, contractors, consultants, engineers, and staff regarding stormwater systems and facilities, industrial waste facilities,…