NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Drainage Technician I/II/III/Lead
Golden, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$23.27/hr - $41.04/hrThe City of Golden is a vibrant outdoor community seeking qualified applicants for the Drainage Technician position. This role involves various activities related to stormwater system maintenance and repair, including cleaning, inspecting, and operating construction equipment for drainage systems.
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Responsibilities
Performs a variety of activities and equipment operation in the construction, maintenance, and general services related to storm drain cleaning, stormwater inlet maintenance and inspection, detention pond maintenance and drainage channel maintenance
May be required to work on call during inclement weather and storm events
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
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
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
Drainage Technician I: Prior related experience preferred
Drainage Technician II: Minimum 3 years related experience
Drainage Technician II: Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Dump truck, vac trailer, loader, skidsteer, and Polaris w/ mower and/or chipper
Drainage Technician II: Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Tripod system, gas monitor, desktop/laptop, IPad, OMS, Arc Map, and push camera
Drainage Technician III: Minimum 6 years related experience
Drainage Technician III: Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Dump truck, vac trailer, loader, skidsteer, Polaris w/ mower and/or chipper, backhoe/trackhoe, and utilities vac truck
Drainage Technician III: Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Tripod system, gas monitor, desktop/laptop, IPad, OMS, Arc Map, push camera, and GPS
Drainage Lead: Minimum 8 years related experience
Drainage Lead: Completed APWA Leadership course
Drainage Lead: Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Dump truck, vac trailer, loader, skidsteer, Polaris w/ mower and/or chipper, backhoe/trackhoe, utilities vac truck, and camera van
Drainage Lead: Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Tripod system, gas monitor, desktop/laptop, IPad, OMS, Arc Map, push camera, GPS, and Wincan software
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
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
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
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
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally with assistance
Ability to work in outside weather conditions including extreme cold, heat and working in confined spaces
Benefits
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.
The City matches up to 8% of your retirement contributions, plus offers a full-spectrum of benefits and perks, including tuition reimbursement.
Employer Paid Benefits Include: Term Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program.
Cost Sharing Benefits Include: Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, 401(a) Retirement Plan.
Full-time employees can also take advantage of: Wellness Benefits, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Account, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, Vision Coverage, Tuition Program, Supplemental Life Insurance.
Full-Time employees receive the following leave options: 128 Hours of Annual Leave (accrued each pay period), 96 Hours of Sick Leave (accrued each pay period), 12 Paid Company Holidays.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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