Storm Drain Jobs (NOW HIRING)

General Purpose Typical hiring salary for this position ranges from $30.71 to $33.78 per hour, depending on experience. GENERAL PURPOSE Performs a variety of field supervisory and journey-level skilled duties related primarily to the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of the City's sewer collection and storm drain systems. Provides support to other divisions in the department, including water, streets, engineering, and fleet when operational needs are required

SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the direct supervision of the Superintendents. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Acts as lead worker and supervises the Utility Maintenance Specialists daily work schedules. May act as the Sewer Direct Responsible Charge (DRC).

Examples of Duties Promote the organization's core values; lead by example; demonstrate confidence and self-belief to try something new by searching for more efficient ways to perform tasks; coach staff by encouraging them to become innovative thinkers and hone their problem-solving skills. Instill the importance of communication and working together as a team. Assists in the hiring of division personnel.

Assists with the Core Valve Conversations with division staff. Orients, instructs, and trains employees in the proper operation and maintenance of a variety of equipment and in proper safety procedures. Coordinates, prioritizes, and supervises assignments from the Superintendents relating to the repair, inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and construction of sewer collection and storm drain systems, including pipelines, manholes, lift stations, stormwater boxes, and drainage structures.

Assigns personnel and equipment to scheduled and emergency projects. Determines necessary personnel and materials needed for work duties of division; maintains daily records of all work performed through a work order system or by other means, hours worked by individual employees; monitors overtime hours worked. Provides support to streets, water, and other Public Works functions as directed.

Oversees and performs sewer and storm drain line cleaning using jetter/vacuum trucks, hydro-jetting equipment, and other specialized tools. Plans and prioritizes cleaning routes based on system condition, maintenance needs, and regulatory requirements. Ensures proper debris removal, disposal, and documentation.

Directs and conducts CCTV inspections of sewer and storm drain pipelines. Reviews inspection footage and reports to identify defects, blockages, and maintenance needs, and ensures all data is properly stored and incorporated into the City's asset management system. Maintains accurate records of line cleaning, CCTV inspections, manhole observations, and stormwater evaluations.

Ensures all documentation, videos, and reports are properly archived for compliance, system planning, and supervisory review. Assists in the coordination of activities and functions with other departments and agencies; schedules assigned work and projects involving sewer and storm drain systems. Inspects work completed by City crews to ensure quality workmanship, adherence to specifications, and compliance with maintenance schedules.

Investigates and resolves public complaints. Ensures required permits are obtained when necessary and that all job sites are properly signed, delineated, and safely maintained. Coordinates with Superintendent for daily, weekly, quarterly, monthly, etc.

compliance tasks such as manhole inspections and wastewater reports. Assists the Engineering Division with inspections and reports as needed. Responds to emergency calls twenty-four hours a day; working on-call and stand-by schedules, work weekends and holidays as needed.

Operates specialized heavy equipment such as single and tandem axle dump trucks, front-end loaders, backhoe, bucket trucks, snowplow, sweepers, TV inspection cameras, jetter/vacuum trucks, and other similar equipment in the construction, maintenance and repair of various department projects and sites. Operates light equipment such as mowers, rollers, cement mixers, pick-ups, tractors, forklifts, spreaders, and various hand and power tools as needed. Transport and dispose of all sewer waste and storm drain debris collected to approved locations.

Obtain all permits required for the disposal of sewer waste and storm drain debris. Establishes priorities to effectively address emergencies, blockages, flooding, or unanticipated maintenance needs. Ensures adequate materials and resources are available for assigned projects.

Coordinates with Superintendents on annual maintenance planning, capital repair projects, and system improvements for sewer, stormwater, and related Public Works infrastructure. Performs tasks listed in the Utility Maintenance Specialist I, II, and Senior job descriptions, which entail duties related to the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of city utility service systems, including streets, water transmission, distribution, wastewater, and stormwater collection. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: A.Graduation from high school plus two (2) years of specialized training provided through technical school or vocational studies; plus one or more of the following certifications in each section: Level III or IV Wastewater Certification Registered Stormwater Inspector(RSI) or equivalent certifications as determined by Superintendents and Public Works Director Level IV Water Distribution Operator; AND Six (6) years experience in construction, maintenance or repair of water distribution or sewer collection systems, Additional Qualifications/Information Essential Functions, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Considerable knowledge of operating basic manual and power tools; standard practices, methods, materials, and tools for pipeline construction and repair; pipe-fitting procedures; occupational hazards and safety precautions for trench and pipeline work; hazards common to heavy equipment operation; safety standards for street, road, and drainage system construction; water supply and distribution systems; construction requirements for water distribution and pumping systems; hazards associated with water-treatment chemicals; state and federal regulations governing water systems and water quality; stormwater regulations, illicit discharge detection and response, and recognition of public health violations related to stormwater systems; interpersonal communication skills

Ability to operate heavy equipment of various kinds under varying conditions; perform heavy physical labor: develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, elected officials, local agencies, and the general public; communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; work from blueprints; ability to perform basic mathematical computations in reading and using various meters, gauges and related devices. Special Qualifications: Must maintain flagger certification. Maintain certifications for specialized equipment and procedures, i.e., confined space

Must obtain and maintain a valid Hill Air Force Base I.D.(requires a background check through the Department of Defense) Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with endorsements. Work Environment: Tasks require variety of physical activities, generally involving muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, lifting, reaching, etc. Periodic exposure to changing weather conditions and seasonal elements

Occasional exposure to high workplaces, work in standing water for periods of time, volatile materials, and toxic materials. Daily local travel required in normal course of job performance. Incumbent must frequently lift 35 to 100 pounds.

Position requires rotating stand-by shift work and overtime, including holidays and weekends and is subject to call-back in emergency situations.