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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Stormwater Maintenance Technician DOQ - Property Management

Bradenton, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$19.51/hr - $38.34/hr

2+ years exp

NEOGOV is part of Manatee County Government, dedicated to maintaining public infrastructure. The Stormwater Maintenance Technician performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and construction activities in the operation of the county's highway and stormwater systems.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Cleans ditches and culverts and cuts brush

Prepares surfaces to repair pavement or concrete, drainage structures, and other related stormwater components

Operates various types of mechanized equipment used in the maintenance of highways and drainage systems, such as air compressors, generators, jackhammers, cutoff saws, chainsaws, trash/mudhog pumps, cement mixers, flatbed trucks, dump trucks, and tractor mowers with implements

Uses various hand tools such as electric, gas, and pneumatic tools and other related equipment in maintaining drainage and rights-of-way

Performs operator maintenance on vehicles such as checking and adding oil, fuel, water, and air; checking brakes; and checking and changing tires. Cleans and washes vehicles and equipment

Performs flagging operations, observing applicable traffic laws and regulations

Follows all established safety standards and procedures

Attends job-specific training classes as assigned by supervisor

Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required

Works with asphalt, concrete, and other street repair and road building materials. Builds catch basins. Installs drainage lines. Forms and pours seawalls

Applies knowledge of maintenance and/or construction principles and practices in safely and efficiently operating moderately complex automotive, construction, and other equipment in completing associated tasks

Operates various hand and power tools, equipment, and vehicles, such as dump trucks, front-end loaders – general, skid steer loaders (bobcats), brush chippers, curb machines, hydro seeders, water wagons, tractor mowers with implements, lasers and levels, and confined space equipment

Trains and assists less experienced technicians in a variety of assigned work activities

Operates moderately complex equipment and vehicles such as asphalt distributors, motor graders, dump trucks, bulldozers, front end loaders, forklifts, Gradalls, track hoes, jet-vac flusher trucks, street sweepers, flexwing/boom/slope mowers, water wagons, and walking excavators

Applies advanced knowledge of maintenance and/or construction principles and practices in safely and efficiently performing assigned duties, including operating complex automotive and construction tools and equipment, trenching and shoring techniques, erosion and sedimentation control, and pipe placement

Inspects pavement surfaces and storm water structures. Makes corrective repairs or takes other appropriate action when necessary

Reads, interprets, and explains blueprints, sketches, and drawings

Leads daily activities of assigned crew. Assigns work and ensures completion according to established standards, procedures, and timeframes. Provides assistance and training to less experienced team members. May oversee inmate work crews. May provide input regarding employee performance evaluations

Ensures compliance with other applicable laws, rules, and regulations, including tort liability

Following standard operating procedures, assists Incident Commander during hazardous materials spills. May assist Incident Commander in transporting placarded hazardous materials during incidents, accidents, or spills involving the Department

Qualification

Hazardous Waste CDL EndorsementConstruction principles knowledgeRegulatory compliance knowledgeHeavy equipment operationWritten communication skillsVerbal communication skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license required with valid Florida driver's license required within 30 days of hire

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License, Class B OR obtain a CDL permit prior to employment and obtain the CDL within one hundred twenty (120) days of hire

Valid Florida CDL permit, and written Air Brake and Tanker tests required prior to starting

Meets Skill Set Level I and Level II (or equivalent) career ladder requirements as specified on current Public Works Maintenance Technician Career Ladder Matrix

Valid Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B and Tanker Endorsement

Meets Skill Set Level I, Level II, and Level III (or equivalent) career ladder requirements as specified on current Property Management Maintenance Technician Career Ladder Matrix

Two (2) or more years of construction and/or maintenance work experience

One (1) year of lead or supervisory experience. Property Management/Public Works construction and maintenance work experience applicable to area of assignment

Meets Skill Set Level I, Level II, Level III, and Senior Level (or equivalent) as specified on current Property Management Maintenance Technician Career Ladder Matrix

Hazardous Waste CDL Endorsement or Advanced Maintenance of Traffic Certification required

Able to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions

Organizes own work and completes tasks within assigned timeframes

Able to resolve routine situations and problems

General knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance necessary to successfully perform job duties

General knowledge and understanding of computer applications and software programs required to perform job duties

Good written and verbal communication skills, along with interpersonal skills, to interact professionally and effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and other stakeholders

Able to communicate routine information

Ability to read, write, and speak English; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions communicated in English

Work is closely supervised

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills to interact professionally and effectively with contractors, management, and other stakeholders

Able to prioritize tasks, deal effectively with competing and changing priorities, and meet deadlines

Accurate, detail-oriented, and organized

Able to resolve sometimes non-routine situations and problems that require interpretation or minor adjustments to working methods

Good knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance necessary to successfully perform job duties

Good knowledge and understanding of computer applications and software programs required to perform job duties

Able to communicate information that requires explanation or interpretation

Works under minimal supervision

Excellent knowledge of principles and skills required to transport placarded hazardous materials

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills in order to interact professionally and effectively with crew, management, and other stakeholders

Able to explain practices, procedures, and policies to reach agreement with others

Works under limited supervision for routine situations