Equipment Operator II - Stormwater

City of Greeley • Greeley, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Stormwater Equipment Operator II performs skilled work in the maintenance, repair, inspection, and construction of stormwater infrastructure and drainage systems. This position operates a variety of light and heavy equipment, performs drainage maintenance activities, supports flood response operations, and serves as a team leader for assigned projects and maintenance activities. Work includes maintenance of storm sewer systems, detention ponds, open channels, culverts, inlets, manholes, rights-of-way, and related stormwater facilities. The position works independently and as part of a team under the general supervision of a Crew Supervisor and serves as a lead worker on a variety of stormwater maintenance projects. This role supports the City's stormwater program through proactive maintenance, emergency response, and infrastructure preservation activities.

Requirements

• Current Class A or B CDL driver's license with air brake and tanker endorsements or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Flagger certification and Work Zone Traffic Control certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Three (3) years of experience operating heavy equipment including loaders, excavators, backhoes, skid steers, dump trucks, tractors, or similar equipment.
• Three (3) years of experience in stormwater, drainage, utility, construction, public works, excavation, or related infrastructure maintenance activities.
• Colorado Collections Class 1 certification or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Colorado Collections Class 2 certification or ability to obtain within twenty four (24) months of hire.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Colorado Collections Class 3 certification or ability to obtain within thirty-six (36) months of hire.
• Five (5) years of experience in stormwater or drainage system maintenance.
• Certified Stormwater Inspector or equivalent certification.
• Confined Space Entry certification.
• Traffic Control Supervisor certification.
• Experience utilizing CityWorks, GIS, ArcGIS, or asset management systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a team leader on assigned maintenance, repair, and construction projects.
• Monitor field activities and provide direction, coaching, and feedback to team members.
• Train employees on equipment operation, maintenance procedures, safety practices, and stormwater maintenance techniques.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, communication, and safe work practices.
• Inspect, maintain, repair, and rehabilitate stormwater infrastructure including storm sewer pipes, culverts, inlets, catch basins, manholes, detention ponds, open channels, outfalls, and drainageways.
• Perform sediment removal, debris removal, vegetation management, erosion repair, ditch maintenance, and drainage restoration activities.
• Assist with installation and repair of stormwater structures, pipe systems, concrete structures, riprap, and erosion control measures.
• Maintain rights-of-way, detention ponds, and drainage channels to ensure proper stormwater conveyance.
• Assist with illicit discharge response and cleanup efforts as directed.
• Safely operate and maintain heavy equipment including excavators, backhoes, loaders, skid steers, dump trucks, vacuum trucks, jet trucks, tractors, pumps, forklifts, trailers, and related equipment.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs on equipment and tools.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs with Fleet Services.
• Participate in on-call rotations and respond to after-hours emergencies.
• Respond to flooding events, severe weather incidents, drainage complaints, infrastructure failures, and other emergency situations.
• Assist with flood mitigation efforts, sandbag operations, road closures, debris removal, and damage assessments.
• Support emergency operations and coordinate with other Public Works divisions and emergency response agencies during critical incidents.
• Support snow and ice operations as required.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, work zone requirements, traffic control standards, confined space procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Conduct field hazard assessments and recommend modifications or suspension of work activities when conditions create safety concerns.
• Maintain compliance with stormwater, environmental, and operational regulations applicable to maintenance activities.
• Complete work orders, inspections, project documentation, equipment logs, and operational records using City software systems.
• Assist with tracking maintenance activities and asset condition information.
• Respond to citizen inquiries and drainage concerns in a professional and courteous manner.
• Coordinate with contractors, utilities, internal departments, and external agencies regarding maintenance activities and projects.

Benefits

• Benefits eligible

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed