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Stormwater Systems Technician I:
Anticipated Hiring Range: $21.96 - $27.73 Hourly
Full Hiring Range: $21.96 - $31.84 Hourly
Stormwater Systems Technician II:
Anticipated Hiring Range: $24.16 - $30.41 Hourly
Full Hiring Range: $24.16 - $35.03 Hourly
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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.
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Position Summary:
The City of Greeley is seeking qualified candidates to join the Stormwater Division as a Stormwater Systems Technician I or II. This position is responsible for maintaining, repairing, inspecting, and constructing the City's stormwater infrastructure to protect public health, property, and the environment while ensuring the safe and efficient conveyance of stormwater throughout the community.
Stormwater Systems Technicians inspect, maintain, and repair storm sewer systems, culverts, inlets, manholes, detention ponds, drainage channels, and other stormwater facilities. This position operates a variety of equipment, performs emergency flood response, supports regulatory compliance, supports city wide snow and ice removal, and works collaboratively to maintain critical public infrastructure.
Candidates may be hired at the Technician I or Technician II level depending on qualifications, experience, certifications, and competencies demonstrated.
The Stormwater Systems Technician classification provides a structured career path that supports employee development through increased technical proficiency. Advancement from Technician I to Technician IV is based on demonstrated performance, experience, and 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.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
• 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:

• Experience operating light construction or maintenance equipment.
• Experience performing municipal infrastructure or utility maintenance.
• Experience working in outdoor construction or public works environments.

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:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
• Three (3) years of experience in stormwater, drainage, utility, construction, operating heavy equipment including loaders, excavators, backhoes, skid steers, dump trucks, tractors, or similar equipment or related infrastructure maintenance.
• Current Class A CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Flagger Certification and Work Zone Traffic Control Certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• 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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, equipment, and safe work practices used in stormwater system maintenance, construction, and repair.
• Knowledge of stormwater infrastructure, including storm sewer systems, culverts, catch basins, inlets, manholes, detention ponds, drainage channels, and related facilities.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, light- and medium-duty equipment, and vehicles used in stormwater maintenance activities.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, utility locates, work orders, construction plans, and basic technical drawings.
• Ability to identify maintenance needs, recognize potential drainage or infrastructure issues, and assist in implementing corrective actions.
• Ability to follow established safety policies and procedures, including traffic control, trench safety, confined space entry, and equipment operation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with coworkers, contractors, other City departments, and the public.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize work, complete assignments, and accurately document maintenance activities using systems such as CityWorks or similar software.
• Ability to work independently with sound judgment while contributing effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations, participate in an on-call rotation, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain a positive, customer-focused approach to service delivery.

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.
• 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities:N/A
Travel - Standard Local Travel: This position requires occasional local travel within the County. Employees may be expected to walk or drive short distances to attend meetings, trainings, or perform work at other city buildings or partner sites.
Work Environment:

• Work is performed primarily outdoors across a variety of municipal environments, including roadways, detention ponds, and construction sites, with occasional indoor tasks at maintenance shops.
• Routinely exposed to all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and ice.
• The role involves proximity to and operation of heavy equipment such as dump trucks, loaders, backhoes and snowplows with exposure to loud noise, vibrations, moving machinery, dust, fumes, road and organic debris, and potentially hazardous materials.
• Duties include working in and around live traffic, construction zones, and active stormwater infrastructure requiring the use of appropriate PPE and traffic control practices.
• Stormwater operations may require working near standing water, biological hazards, or contaminated materials, with safety protocols in place.
• Work may involve navigating uneven terrain, confined spaces, and elevated surfaces, including manholes, culverts, embankments, at heights (such as on rooftops, ladders, or scaffolding).
• May involve extended shifts and irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency callouts as part of an on-call rotation.

Physical Requirements:

• Mobility: Ability to walk, stand, or work on uneven terrain for extended periods. Frequently climb ladders, steps, and equipment; enter and exit vehicles and equipment regularly.
• Strength: Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, and up to 100 pounds occasionally, with or without assistance as needed.
• Endurance: Ability to perform sustained physical labor in outdoor environments for extended periods (8-12 hours), including during inclement weather and emergency response.
• Dexterity: Sufficient manual dexterity to operate tools, equipment, and vehicle controls with precision and safety. Ability to complete fine motor tasks.
• Flexibility: Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach overhead and below waist level, and maintain awkward positions when performing work tasks.
• Vision and Hearing: Adequate visual acuity to read instruments, inspect work areas and monitor traffic and jobsite conditions. Ability to monitor surroundings and equipment operation. Ability to hear warning signals, verbal instructions, and equipment sounds in noisy environments.
• Ability to maintain DOT Medical Certificate.

EOE Statement: The City of Greeley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
ADA Statement: We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting. Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: HR@Greeleygov.com .
Conditions of Employment: The City of Greeley is an at-will employer. Employees and the City may terminate employment at any time for any reason. Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification. Pre-employment screenings include a drug test, a background and national sex offender search, a motor vehicle record search, and for some positions, a physical demands evaluation. For more information about City policies and practices during the recruitment process, including but not limited to EOE, Reasonable Accommodation, and pre-employment screenings, please visit our career page HERE.