About the Department
This position is responsible for assisting in the construction, maintenance, repair and operations of City stormwater infrastructure; in addition to other assigned Public Works stormwater related functions as needed. All positions in this class are expected to exhibit outstanding customer skills and interact in a positive manner with the public. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and normally filled internally by advancement from Trainee level or, when filled from the outside, require previous and directly related experience. An incumbent in this position may be designated as follows:
Stormwater Maintenance Worker Trainee
Under direct supervision, this is the entry-level class in the Stormwater Maintenance Worker series. Incumbents generally have no to limited related work experience. Incumbents receive considerable amount of instruction or assistance in the performance of the duties assigned to this class.
Stormwater Maintenance Worker I
Under general supervision, this is the intermediate-level class in the Stormwater Maintenance Worker series. Incumbents assigned to this class are expected to perform the full range of duties assigned to this class. Incumbents receive some instruction or assistance in the performance of the duties assigned to this class.
Stormwater Maintenance Worker II
Under limited supervision, this is the journey-level class in the Stormwater Maintenance Worker series. Incumbents assigned to this class are expected to perform the full range of duties assigned to this class with limited supervision and direction.
Stormwater Maintenance Worker III
Under direction, this is the senior-level class in the Stormwater Maintenance Worker series. Incumbents assigned to this class are expected to perform the full range of duties assigned to this class and are expected to work with independence and initiative; work may be reviewed during performance and upon completion. May mentor, train or lead less experienced workers upon request.
Position Duties
All Stormwater Maintenance Workers
- Inspects, maintains, repairs and constructs City stormwater infrastructure including, but not limited to:
- Swales, ditches, canals, creeks and other drainage ways
- Curb and gutters, concrete lined ditches, riprap, headwalls and mitered end sections
- Curb, gutter, and ditch bottom inlets, manholes and other drainage structures
- Concrete, HDPE, CMP and other pipe
- Dry and Wet Detention and Retention Ponds
- Trench drains, under drains, french drains and exfiltration/infiltration trenches
- Interceptors, filtration and other various BMP devices
- Miscellaneous asphalt and concrete construction and repairs.
- Clears and digs ditches with shovels, places sandbags, and performs related work in trenches.
- Removes and clears vegetation, including aquatic vegetation.
- Operates various automotive vehicles, trucks and side-by-sides.
- Performs heavy manual labor such as: digging, lifting, hauling, etc.
- Washes, fuels, performs light service repairs, lubricates, and makes minor inspections and corrections on vehicles and equipment, in a shop or in the field.
- Maintains accurate, detailed work logs and inspection reports.
- Conducts themselves in a safe and professional manner.
- May work a varying schedule and/or shift, including on-call.
- May be required to work overtime.
- Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.
Stormwater Maintenance Worker I
In addition to the previous duties:
- Performs limited surveying and layout work to establish lines, grades, and dimensions.
- Operates light and/or heavy construction equipment.
- Embankment, excavation and other related earthwork.
- Performs general carpentry work for various structures and concrete.
- Set up and operate pumps, compressors, generators, concrete mixers, etc.
- May perform irrigation installation and repairs.
Stormwater Maintenance Worker II
In addition to the previous duties:
- Performs pipe laying and drainage structure construction as directed by supervisor.
Stormwater Maintenance Worker III
In addition to the previous duties:
- Assist the Stormwater Maintenance Manager and supervisor including but not limited to:
- Project identification
- Equipment, machinery, personnel and other departmental needs
- Transports materials and equipment to the jobsite.
- May mentor, train or lead less experienced workers upon request.
Minimum Qualifications
Stormwater Maintenance Worker Trainee
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Possession of or ability to obtain a Florida Driver’s License with acceptable driving record upon hire.
Additional Minimum Qualifications of Stormwater Maintenance Worker I
- One (1) Year Experience in Stormwater Maintenance experience.
- One (1) Year Experience Light Equipment Operation.
- Possession or ability to obtain within one (1) year:
- Stormwater Management Certificate Course 3
- FDOT MOT Intermediate Training Certificate
- Flexibility to Perform All Stormwater Related Duties.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Additional Minimum Qualifications of Stormwater Maintenance Worker II
- Three (3) Years Experience in Stormwater Maintenance experience.
- Three (3) Years Experience with Light and Heavy Equipment Operation.
- Possession or ability to obtain within one (1) year:
- Class B CDL (Class A Preferred)
- Stormwater Management Certificate Course 2
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Additional Minimum Qualifications of Stormwater Maintenance Worker III
- Five (5) Years Experience in Stormwater Maintenance, including
- Four (4) Years Experience with Light and Heavy Equipment Operation.
- Possession or ability to obtain within one (1) year:
- Class B CDL (Class A Significantly Preferred)
- Stormwater Management Certificate Course 1
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Other Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
All Stormwater Maintenance Workers:
- Knowledge of city and departmental safety policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of the geography of the city, including street names and locations.
- Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles, trucks, tools, and equipment.
- Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
- Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
- Ability to safely operate various automotive vehicles, trucks and side-by-sides.
- Ability to document inspection results and work logs and prepare reports in electronic format, i.e. computer, iPad or tablet.
Stormwater Maintenance Worker I
In addition to previous requirements:
- Knowledge of stormwater management principles and practices.
- Knowledge of relevant state, federal environmental regulations and permit requirements.
- Ability to safely operate a tractor, skid steer, excavator, loader, dump truck, and other various light and heavy-duty equipment.
- Fundamental knowledge in field surveying, including transit and laser level.
Stormwater Maintenance Worker II
In addition to previous requirements:
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Stormwater Maintenance Crew Leader, Stormwater Maintenance Manager and/or Public Works Field Operations Manager assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor reviews completed work for compliance with safety, procedure, accuracy, timeliness and quality.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include work safety policies, FDEP/ACOE/NWFWMD regulations, NPDES permit requirements, city codes, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
- The work consists of related inspection, construction, maintenance, repair and operations duties. Inclement weather and heavy traffic contribute to the complexity of the position. The unique nature of each site contributes to the complexity of the position.
- The purpose of this position is to participate in the inspection, construction, maintenance, repair and operation of city stormwater infrastructure. Successful performance contributes to the provision of an efficient, effective, and regulatory compliant stormwater system.
CONTACTS
- Contacts are typically with coworkers, contractors, other city employees and the general public.
- Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
- While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to talk, hear, see, walk, sit, and stand. The work is typically performed while intermittently bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and stooping. The employee frequently pushes, pulls, lifts light, medium, and heavy objects, reaches, grasps, climbs ladders, balances, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, performs repetitive motion, has good depth perception, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.
- The work is typically performed outdoors and occasionally indoors, in extreme heat, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to sun, noise, vibration, fumes, dust, dirt, grease, chemicals, traffic, machinery with moving parts and other hazards. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
None.
- Skill in performing and recording field inspections.
- Skill in prioritizing and planning.
Stormwater Maintenance Worker III
In addition to previous requirements:
- Ability to determine quantities for projects, including dirt, sod, concrete, pipe and other materials.