Stormwater Maintenance Technician I II

Want to do meaningful work that has a real impact on the community Please come join our Stormwater division as a Stormwater Maintenance Technician I II. Our mission is to maintain a friendly hometown atmosphere. We place a premium on teamwork and participation while encouraging creativity and individual initiative. We believe that through collaboration leadership can occur at all levels. We take our commitments seriously and strive to reach positive solutions. Whether you are joining us for three years or twenty you will have the opportunity to grow your career with us. We offer training courses and work diligently with our team members to enhance their skill sets to progress their addition to growth and educational opportunities we offer a Flexible Work Arrangement program for qualifying positions as well as a fantastic benefit package that includes our Employee Assistance Program focused on work/life balance and overall well-being. We would be honored to have you join the Town of Parker family!

Under general supervision this position is responsible for providing front-line services and performing a variety of semi-skilled tasks in maintenance and operation of stormwater facilities.

*This position performs duties deemed to be safety sensitive. Employees holding this position participate in pre-employment and random drug testing under Towns policies*

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily while consistently demonstrating the Towns core values of integrity innovation commitment to quality service and teamwork. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and the Town may change these duties at any time.

The requirements listed below are representative of the education experience certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age with a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Drivers License issued by the State of Colorado for the type of vehicle or equipment operated; safe driving record and a minimum of two (2) years of driving history.

Employees within the Stormwater Maintenance Technician position series are eligible to participate in a self-initiated progression program for promotional advancement through technician levels. Below are the distinguishing characteristics for each level:

Technician I:

This is an entry-level position within the Stormwater Divisions technician series. This position is distinguished from the Technician II by the performance of limited and routine tasks and duties assigned. Technician I is typically utilized as a training platform for employees having only limited or no related work experience.

This level prefers one (1) year of labor experience or six (6) months of experience in stormwater maintenance or a closely related field.

This level requires knowledge and competent demonstration of the following within 6 (six) months of hire: Fundamental and basic knowledge of/ability to perform stormwater maintenance duties ability to operate motorized equipment and effective communication skills.

This level requires the following certifications be initiated within six (6) months of hire: Traffic Control Technician/ATSSA Flagger and IS-100.

This level requires the following certifications be obtained within twelve (12) months of hire: Erosion Control and/or Best Management Practices (BMP) course related to Stormwater and a Class A Commercial Drivers Permit with air brake and tanker endorsement.

Technician II:

This is a mid-level position within the Stormwater Maintenance Divisions technician series. This position is distinguished from the Technician I by the performance of the full range of tasks and duties assigned. The Technician II receives only occasional instruction or assistance and is fully aware of the operating procedures and policies associated with the Division. Movement to/or placement in a Technician II role presumes all requirements of a Technician I (or the equivalent) have been met.

This level requires six (6) months of experience as a Stormwater Technician I or two (2) years of equivalent experience outside the Town of Parker.

This level requires knowledge and competent demonstration of the following within six (6) months of hire: Proficiency in the operation of back hoes loaders and forklifts a general understanding of the Towns work order management system and the ability to document performed duties accurately.

This level requires the following certifications be obtained within six (6) months of hire: Traffic Control Technician/ATSSA Flagger Erosion and Sediment Control State of Colorado Pesticide Applicator Class A Commercial Drivers License with air brake and tanker endorsements IS-700.

Technician III:

This is an upper-level position within the Stormwater Maintenance Divisions technician series. This position is distinguished from the Technician II by years of experience additional licenses and certifications performance of the full range of tasks and duties assigned. The Technician III receives limited instruction or assistance and is fully aware of the operating procedures and policies associated with the Division. Movement to/or placement in a Technician III role presumes all requirements of a Technician II (or the equivalent) have been met.

This level requires two (2) years of experience as a Stormwater Maintenance Technician II or five (5) years of equivalent experience outside the Town of Parker. Seven (7) years of stormwater infrastructure maintenance experience is preferred.

This level requires knowledge and competent demonstration of the following within 6 (six) months of hire: Proficiency in the operation of excavators and inspection cameras.

This level requires the following certifications be initiated within 6 (six) months of hire and obtained within twelve (12) months of hire: IS-200 IS-400 and IS-800.

Employment Standards

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.

Additional Information

Working Conditions

The working conditions described below are representative of those an employee generally encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.

Tools & Equipment

Requires use of general office equipment such as computers printers telephones and related software. Use of specialized tools or equipment may also be necessary including but not limited to technical devices mechanical tools heavy equipment machinery public-safety-related items or other industry-specific systems. If required by the position the employee may operate a personal or Town-owned vehicle.

General and Sensory Requirements
The employee is regularly required to sit stand walk reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects tools or controls. Duties may also require stooping kneeling crouching crawling climbing stairs or ladders and maintaining balance. The employee must be able to talk and hear effectively both in person and over the phone and must be capable of operating a vehicle if required by the role. Vision requirements include consistent near and far visual acuity depth perception peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus to allow a broad field of vision.

Heavy Physical Demands
This position requires sustained and demanding physical activity. The employee must be able to lift carry push or pull up to fifty (50) pounds frequently and more than one hundred (100) pounds occasionally with assistance

Environment

Physical presence onsite is required. Work is primarily performed in outdoor field settings. The noise level is variable depending on activities or location. This position occasionally involves work in inclement weather including extreme heat cold wind or precipitation. Employees in this position may be exposed to fumes odors dust or airborne particles work in proximity to moving mechanical parts or machinery and handle potentially hazardous materials. The employee will occasionally be required to work at heights up to forty (40) feet.