Drain Maintenance Operator II

Description

The Drain Maintenance Worker position is a great job for anyone who enjoys working outdoors, is skilled with using outdoor maintenance tools and equipment, and works well in a team atmosphere. The selected candidate will work closely with the Drain Commissioner, Chief Deputy Drain Commissioner, and most often with the Drain Maintenance Supervisor. A good deal of physical work is involved with this position. Ideal candidates will have the necessary skill sets, but there will be opportunities to learn on the job. A valid driver’s license is required, with the ability to obtain a Class A CDL.

Examples of Duties

• Operates excavators, tractors, brush mowers, and spray equipment to maintain drains, right-of-ways, and lake level control structures.
• Cuts, trims and sprays trees, brush and other weeds with power and hand equipment.
• Removes brush, trees and other debris from drains and lake level control structures. Operates chain saw and other power equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance and repairs of departmental vehicles, trailers and equipment, which includes changing oil and filters, changing/repairing tires, welding and mild fabrication, changing blades, etc.
• Installs and maintains culverts, crossings, drain tiles, manholes, and other infrastructure. Ability to determine appropriate elevations for proper installation and maintenance related to drains.
• Performs preventative maintenance and routine repairs on various dams and pumping facilities under the control and jurisdiction of the Drain Commissioner.
• In conjunction with the Drain Maintenance Supervisor, inspects soil erosion permit sites and drain projects to ensure compliance with soil erosion and sedimentation control regulations.
• May serve in an “on-call” basis for evening or week-end maintenance requests.
• Installs and maintains soil erosion control measures such as rock rip rap, silt fence, mulch blanket, etc.
• Performs other duties as directed by the Drain Commissioner and Drain Maintenance Supervisor. May be required to provide assistance to other departments and entities.

Typical Qualifications

Education: High School graduation or equivalent is required. Must obtain a State certification for soil erosion and sedimentation control and State certification for commercial pesticide application within six (6) months of employment.

Experience: One to two years of previous maintenance, excavating or construction experience is preferred.

Other Requirements: Valid State of Michigan Driver’s License required and ability to obtain Class A CDL.

Supplemental Information

All offers of employment are contingent upon passing a background check, physical, and drug screening which includes marijuana.

• 401(a) retirement that includes a 5% employer contribution, 3% employer match, and 3% employee contribution.
• Excellent health insurance package, including a health plan with no payroll deduction.
• Employer paid family life insurance coverage.
• Savings for health costs in retirement.
• Paid time off and vacation bundles, including 40 hours of vacation upon hire.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Longevity and funeral pay.
• Employer paid short and long-term disability.
• Annual pay step increases (based on a market adjustment) beyond the top pay rate that recognize years of service.