Stormwater Drainage Tech I

Under the direct supervision of the Drainage Crew Leader and/or their designated representative, the Stormwater/Drainage Tech I employee will be responsible for maintaining all drainage ways in the City of Kyle.

The incumbent’s work schedule will be established by the supervisor and may include rotational on-call weekend schedules, and possible overtime due to the nature of the position. This position is also considered to be a member of the City Emergency Response Team.

• Maintain all drainage ways and associated areas; including but not limited to brush/debris haul off, slope/embankment rebuilding, silt fence installation, re-seeding or sodding, curlex, mulch tubes, rock berms, inlet box protection, and assorted items of this nature.

• Must be able to learn to operate various pieces of equipment such as: a skid steer, backhoe, excavators, gradall, hydro mulcher, bulldozers, blades, loaders, dump trucks, water trucks, haul trucks, etc.

• Must be able to work and operate on slopes/embankments.

• Must be able to learn to shoot elevations to identify grade changes.

• Occasional work with concrete, both installation and demolition.

• Must be able to communicate and work effectively with various landowners.

• Responds to and/or investigate illicit discharge calls such as spills, illegal dumping, and leaks.

• Will operate a city vehicle/equipment and is responsible for the appearance, maintenance, organization, tool inventory, and safe operation of all city vehicles and equipment.

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. 

• 1 year combination of training and/or experience which evidences a comprehensive knowledge of required job duties and expectations. 

• Reliable transportation and reside within forty-five (45) minutes of the Public Works Department to be called in after work hours in emergency situations.

• Valid State of Texas Driver’s License.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of:

• Helping in creation and implementation of sustainable landscape plans.

• Must have intermediate to advanced personal computer skills including, but not limited to, GIS, CAD, Microsoft office and ability to learn new computer/information systems.

• Adhering to watering restrictions and applying for watering variances for new landscaping.

• Using line locator devices.

• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing including use of good grammar and conveying information in a tactful, concise, and professional manner.

• Must have polished and proven people skills with a focus of being able to interact well with a diverse population, provide excellent customer service, ability to diffuse conflict situations, and problem resolution.

• Ability to prioritize, plan and organize multiple tasks and proactively problem solve.

• Techniques for dealing effectively with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.

Skilled in:

• Knowledge or training of the methods, tools and equipment of assigned trade area.

• Working knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment of other maintenance functions.

• Ability to maintain records on materials needed and used.

• General operational knowledge, experience, and/or familiarity with all Public Works machinery and equipment.

• Written Communication/Language Skills - Able to read and interpret written information. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Organizational Support-Follows policies and procedures.

• Judgment - Includes appropriate people in decision-making process.

• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.

• Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner.

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.