Drainage Maintenance Worker II
Performs at semi-skilled to skilled level the duties and procedures listed below in the construction, maintenance and repair of storm water drainage systems. Some responsibilities may be performed without direct supervision. Trains and works as a team member to complete entire job, from planning to clean-up. Reports to Drainage Maintenance Worker IV.
Position Salary Range : Drainage Maintenance Worker I : $20.35 - $26.81 Drainage Maintenance Worker II : $21.60 - $28.43 This position is eligible for full city benefits, including :
- Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
- Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Paid vacation and personal leave
- Six to Twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
- Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and / or 401(k)
- A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
- Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
IMPORTANT : Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice. Internal applicants will be given first consideration for job vacancies tied to this announcement. This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Key Responsibilities :
Assists other team members to plan and schedule work to construct, maintain and repair the City's storm drain maintenance system.Knows how to perform "total" project. On new construction, this includes reading and interpreting blueprints, maps and construction drawings, if any; using transit, level, and simple math to compute slope angles and calculate grades; assisting in clearing with blue stake requirements and deciding placement of boxes, lines and connections.May operate backhoe or track hoe to excavate beds for connection boxes and lines and to lift pipe and other structures. Operates 10-wheel dump truck and front-end loader to load and haul fill and spoil. Uses jackhammer and concrete saw as necessary.Fabricates, forms, pours and finishes concrete boxes. Prepares and compacts line bed to code specifications. Assists in positioning pipe, and joining, using fusion machine and other connectors as appropriate. After backfill of trench, uses tamper to compact and level surface. On occasion, may help prepare final asphalt cover. Hoses, sweeps, shovels, and performs other procedures necessary to clean up site and remove spoil.On existing lines, maintains and repairs through use of various types of tools, including high-pressure equipment, mechanical rodders and vactors. Locates lines through use of electronic, manual and other locating devices. Uses maps and charts to detail location and may assist in charting when necessary. Takes measurements of locations, and plots corrections on maps and charts as appropriate.Routinely operates vactor truck for cleaning and maintenance; also may operate or train in the operation of some or all of the following equipment : backhoe, track hoe, drag bucket machine. May also perform metals welding and grate fabrication.Assists in hazardous spill containment. Also assists in water testing program by collecting samples. Programs and operates sampler machine and completes simple bench tests. Drainage water is tested for turbidity, chemicals, hydrocarbons, chlorine, detergents, metals, pH and oxygen.Provides traffic control; installs and maintains appropriate barricades and cones, and explains maintenance operation to general public when requested.Keeps records of time, material and equipment. May train new employees and assist with maintenance of vehicles and equipment.Responds to emergencies, and suggests changes in methods and procedures.Performs other related duties as necessary.Minimum Qualifications :
High school diploma or GED equivalent. Twelve (12) months experience in storm water system maintenance. Six (6) months experience as Drainage Maintenance Worker I may be substituted for the required experience.Proven ability to use hand and power tools related to the maintenance and repair of drainage systems. Must be able to perform heavy labor and respond to emergencies.Possession of a valid Utah Commercial Driver's License, Class A.Working Conditions
Moderately heavy physical activity. Required to stand, walk or sit uncomfortably for extended periods; push, pull or lift medium-heavy weights. Exposure to confined spaces, high noise levels, dust, grease, fumes, heat, cold, dampness, cuts, scrapes, extremely disagreeable odors, and other environmental aspects which may be considerable unfavorable or disagreeable. Presence of significant occupational hazards, including driving and street traffic. Employees are to follow prescribed safety procedures.
May be subject to overtime, stand-by and callout.
Low-to-moderate exposure to stress as a result of human behavior and the demands of the position.
Career Ladder
After six months of successful performance as a Drainage Maintenance Worker I, incumbent may be advanced to Drainage Maintenance Worker II based upon the supervisor / manager recommendation, review by Human Resources, and Department Director approval.
After two years of successful performance as a Drainage Maintenance Worker II, incumbent may be advanced to Drainage Maintenance Worker III based upon the supervisor / manager recommendation, review by Human Resources, and Department Director approval.