What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drainage Technician I/II/III/Lead position at City of Golden?
We are currently recruiting qualified applicants for Drainage Technician I/II/III/Lead position. Come and see why the City of Golden is the place you want to be!
Why work at the City of Golden? Being a Golden employee is more than just a job, it's a lifestyle. Golden is a vibrant outdoor community making it a great place to live, work and play.
Location, location, location– Work near great restaurants and shops, hit the trails, and enjoy the outdoor scenery of Clear Creek and the foothills. Convenient commuting from all directions.
Paid time off– Paid vacation starts at 16 days (that's over 3 weeks!), plus 12 days of sick time and 12 paid holidays each year.
Great benefits– The City matches up to 8% of your retirement contributions, plus offers a full-spectrum of benefits and perks, including tuition reimbursement (check it out)!
Drainage Technician I: Entry level position.
Drainage Technician II: Performs semi-skilled to skilled tasks.
Drainage Technician III: Journey level position.
Drainage Lead: Senior level position.
Participate in cleaning and removal of obstructions from stormwater inlets and lines; remove sediment from detention ponds, clear pond outlets and water quality structures.
Trim and remove trees and root systems and clear growth and debris in drainage channels and streams. Inspect and test stormwater lines for illicit connections and discharges.
Operate and perform routine maintenance to construction equipment such as backhoe, dump trucks, front end loaders, sweepers, vac truck, chipper and power tools such as compressors, jack hammers, chain saws, sandblasters, and concrete saws.
General construction maintenance, routine facility, and vehicle maintenance as necessary.
May be assigned "on-call" duty during inclement weather to assist with clearing inlets and channels during heavy rains, assisting with snow plow operations and other duties as assigned to assist the public works department.
Additional Duties
Drainage Technician Lead
Plans daily activities of division, assigns work, and oversees activities of crews in the field. Assists with the capital improvement program and administration of the private storm enforcement program.
In absence of Stormwater Supervisor carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education diploma (GED).
•Drainage Technician I
Prior related experience preferred.
•Drainage Technician II
Minimum 3 years related experience.
Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Dump truck, vac trailer, loader, skidsteer, and Polaris w/ mower and/or chipper.
Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Tripod system, gas monitor, desktop/laptop, IPad, OMS, Arc Map, and push camera.
•Drainage Technician III
Minimum 6 years related experience.
Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Dump truck, vac trailer, loader, skidsteer, Polaris w/ mower and/or chipper, backhoe/trackhoe, and utilities vac truck.
Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Tripod system, gas monitor, desktop/laptop, IPad, OMS, Arc Map, push camera, and GPS.
•Drainage Lead
Minimum 8 years related experience.
Completed APWA Leadership course.
Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Dump truck, vac trailer, loader, skidsteer, Polaris w/ mower and/or chipper, backhoe/trackhoe, utilities vac truck, and camera van.
Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Tripod system, gas monitor, desktop/laptop, IPad, OMS, Arc Map, push camera, GPS, and Wincan software.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to present information one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to read and interpret basic maps and blueprints.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentages.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of proper use of general construction tools and equipment; methods, techniques, and the operational characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the construction and maintenance of drainage pipe and/or concrete inlets; methods, techniques, and the operational characteristics of mechanical equipment used in pipe and inlet cleaning.
MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED
Hand and power tools, pick-up truck, backhoe dump truck, loader, sweeper, and other light mechanical equipment as needed. Asphalt and concrete tools.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
City of Golden is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $23 - $32
