Maintenance I - Streets & Stormwater (Street Sweeper)

Seminole, City of•Public Works - Garage, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Stormwater Maintenance I position performs a variety of unskilled to semi-skilled labor tasks related to the construction, repair, and maintenance of stormwater systems, drainage infrastructure, and public rights of way. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Public Works Streets & Stormwater Maintenance Supervisor, and sometimes under the general guidance of a Maintenance II employee. Involves the use of hand tools, light and medium equipment, and adherence to established safety standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
Experience in the trades specified or other specific vocational preparation.
Has a working knowledge of the practices, procedures, and activities of the division as they relate to this position.
Is able to follow instructions on work assignments and ability to use sound judgment in routine and non-routine situations which may occur.
Has the ability to complete all assigned work in an efficient and timely manner.
Has the ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time, including under unfavorable weather conditions.
Has the ability to proficiently use the various types of tools and equipment required to accomplish the work in this position.
Possession of a valid Florida Class B, CDL Driver's License with tanker endorsement, or the ability to obtain in 1 year.
Possession of temporary traffic control (TTC) certification or the ability to obtain in 1-year, Best Management Practices (BMP) certification, Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector certification, or the ability to obtain within one year of employment.
Stormwater Operator Level 1 certification or the ability to obtain within 18 months.
Heavy (fifty (50) pounds or over) lifting and carrying required.
Performs physical tasks while walking, standing, kneeling, bending, stooping, lifting, and reaching.
Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks for extended periods of time in varying inclement weather conditions.
Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance and repairs of stormwater drainage systems, including ditches, swales, culverts, catch basins, and storm drains.
Clear debris, vegetation, and obstructions from drainage ditches, retention ponds, easements, and stormwater structures.
Conduct basic inspections of stormwater features and report deterioration, defects, or maintenance needs to supervisors.
Assist with installation, maintenance, and basic repair of drainage pipes and stormwater components.
Operate a variety of hand tools and light/medium equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, pressure cleaning equipment).
Operates various types and sizes of trucks and motorized equipment. (e.g., Street Sweeper, Jet/Vac Trailer, TV Camera Truck, Dump Truck, Backhoe, skid steer)
Maintain tools and equipment by cleaning, checking, and reporting mechanical issues.
Set up barricades, cones, and other traffic control devices around work zones.
Perform heavy manual labor such as digging, lifting, shoveling, and removing debris.
Assist in general construction or repair work including pipe repair, pavement cutting, ditch digging, backfilling, and ground maintenance.
Complete required documentation such as daily activity logs, maintenance records, or related reports.
Respond to emergency situations such as flooding, storm events, or urgent repair needs, including after-hours assignments.
Performs other job related duties that are consistent with assigned Department responsibilities.
Responds to emergency situations and assists with solving problems as they arise.
May work from a bucket truck to trim and remove tree branches or palm fronds obstructing pedestrian or vehicular traffic or traffic signs; removes dead, unsafe, or condemned trees from right-of-way areas or on City-owned property.
May assist Parks and Grounds Department with grounds maintenance including mowing, edging, line trimming and other related tasks.
May assist Facilities Department with interior and exterior building repairs.
Assists with City special events and seasonal activities such as setting up and working during City events and installing and removing Christmas decorations throughout the City.
Attends workshops and training courses.