Storm Water Technician
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under the general supervision of the Public Works Director and Crew Leaders for Streets and Storm Water performs skilled and semi-skilled work in constructing and maintaining Town streets and storm drains. Operates heavy equipment such as backhoes, bucket trucks, dump trucks, pole cameras, push cameras, water tanks, jet-vacuum, sweeper trucks, and all other equipment requiring a CDL license, but not limited to equipment requiring a license.
Maintains and cleans streets by clearing ditches, drains and catch basins; trims tree limbs; assists with building storm drains and pouring concrete forms and asphalt patches to maintain street quality and stormwater run-off; clears right of ways and mows grass along roadways.
Patches and repairs sidewalks and other paved areas; sets metal forms, pours concrete, and smooths and finishes the concrete. Assists in laying and connecting pipes.
Operates vehicles and equipment such as, but not limited to asphalt packers, tractors, trenchers, etc. to perform daily tasks such as repairing and patching streets and digging trenches.
Raises manhole covers and breaks area around the hole with a jackhammer.
Responsible for using the sweeper truck to clean curbs and gutters in accordance with the schedule set by the department for all streets within Town limits.
Helps operate Vacuum truck when cleaning catch basins of all debris and leaves; and the Jet Vac machine while cleaning pipe culverts and the inside of other pipes.
Responsible for maintaining the sweeper truck and the Vac-Machine to ensure it operates properly and communicates with the Fleet Manager regarding any repairs or scheduled maintenance due.
Maintains records for the tonnage of street debris collected for both the Sweeper and Vacuum truck.
Responsible for keeping dump trash free and communicating with the supervisor in regard to its condition.
Maintains retention ponds for stormwater and reports any issues to the supervisor.
Receives and responds to public inquiries, complaints, and requests for assistance regardless of area of responsibility.
Prepares accurate and complete records of work performed. Attends job-related trainings, meetings, etc. as required to enhance job knowledge and skills.
Works in weather conditions that include, but are not limited to severe hot and or cold weather; severe conditions such as snow, rain, and/or hail. May be exposed to infectious bodily fluids. Performs all work in adherence with policies, procedures, and standards of quality and safety.
Perform related duties and assignments as directed by the department.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Operates various hand and power tools and light to heavy equipment as required in mowing, landscaping, weed eating, and street clean-up; may operate the backhoe, dump truck, riding mower, track mower, drill press, drill table and skill saws, and other specialized equipment such as, but not limited to air ratchets and/or an auger to assist other areas of the department as needed.
Maintains grounds around Town buildings, in the park and cemetery; trims and prunes trees and shrubberies, plants, waters, mows and fertilizes grass, trees, and flowers; sprays weed killer under the supervision of certified personnel; and rakes and picks up leaves and trash as deemed necessary by the department’s supervisor.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
Must have a valid North Carolina or South Carolina’s drivers’ license with a clean record and the ability to drive Town-owned vehicles.
Must possess a North Carolina or South Carolina Commercial B driver’s license.
Must acquire an aquatic or right away pesticide license within the six-month probationary period.
Must know and understand the Town of Pineville Building Standard associated with stormwater, road, curb, water inlets, proper subgrades, and storm drain pipe per construction.
Must be willing to attend Storm Water Inspector Class CSI-MS4 or the equivalent.
Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school or GED and one year of experience in semi-skilled maintenance or construction work and the ability to read and write are required.
External candidates: complete the job application at www.pinevillenc.gov or obtain one from Town Hall 505 Main St, Pineville, NC.
Internal: if you are interested in applying for the position please complete an internal application and submit it to the Human Resources Department.
Full Time plus eligible for all benefits and retirement matching.