Stormwater Worker I

City of Miami Gardens•Miami Gardens, FL

About The Position

Under regular supervision, the Stormwater Worker I performs technically skilled public works maintenance and construction activities, typically operating a variety of tools, vehicles, and equipment. The work generally requires maintaining close engineering tolerances. The position reports to the Stormwater Supervisor or designee and responds to emergencies 24 hours a day. The worker maintains waterways and canal rights-of-way by collecting and disposing of litter and debris, assisting with aquatic plant inspections and vegetation removal, applying herbicides or biological agents when assigned, and performing mechanical or manual harvesting. Duties also include removing obstructions and extraneous materials from waterways, operating a small vessel to collect debris, maintaining drainage systems and canal crossings, cleaning or replacing culverts and catch basins, placing riprap, and carrying out ground and irrigation-system maintenance. The worker assists with construction layouts, form construction, and concrete pours. The role requires safe operation and basic maintenance of vehicles and equipment, establishing safe work zones, following applicable safety requirements, and interacting courteously with coworkers, supervisors, and the public. Employees must follow City policies and procedures, complete assigned work to established standards and deadlines, and assist with public complaints and routine problem-solving. A high school diploma or GED and at least two years of public works or large-scale commercial construction/maintenance experience are required, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Within 12 months of employment, the employee must obtain a valid Florida Class B CDL with an N Endorsement and either a Stormwater Class C or Stormwater Operator Level 1 Certification. An OSHA-approved trench safety certificate must be obtained within six months; the probationary period may be extended by up to six additional months to meet this requirement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of experience performing public works or large-scale commercial construction/maintenance tasks, or an equivalent combination of training and experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Must obtain a valid State of Florida Class B CDL with an N Endorsement and either a Stormwater Class C or Stormwater Operator Level 1 Certification within 12 months of employment as a condition of continued employment.
Must obtain an OSHA-approved trench safety certificate within six months of employment; the probationary period may be extended by up to an additional six months to meet this requirement.
Ability to read work orders, equipment instructions, maps, safety warnings, and related materials; understand detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions; and follow directions.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors and convey information clearly to others.
Ability to coordinate hands and eyes when operating specialized machinery and motor vehicles; inspect items for dimensions and shape; visually read information; and differentiate colors and shades.
Ability to handle control knobs, switches, power tools, and hand tools, with medium levels of eye, hand, and foot coordination.
Ability to perform routine problem-solving, learn topics related to the occupation, and work under minimal stress during emergencies or tight deadlines.
Ability to talk and hear, including understanding communications by telephone.
Ability to perform manual labor, remain on foot for extended periods, walk along uneven and sloped waterway edges, bend to pick up litter, and lift or carry weights of 50 to 100 pounds.
Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and negligible force frequently or constantly to move objects.
Must be able to work in conditions where the worker may be subject to danger or risk to a significant degree.

Responsibilities

Collect, handle, and dispose of litter and trash along waterways, including delivering recyclable materials to a recycling drop-off location.
Assist with inspections of canal systems for aquatic plant encroachment.
Assist with the application of herbicides or biological agents and apply herbicides to City-owned or operated roadsides, medians, and waterways as assigned.
Post signs notifying the public of pending pesticide applications.
Perform mechanical harvesting and manually remove plant material when conditions permit.
Assist with removing vegetation from canals and waterways and cleaning canal debris, including tree removal.
Remove obstructions and extraneous materials from waterways, which may include heavy objects, dead fish, and containers of unknown contents.
Operate a small vessel to remove debris along waterways.
Repair, reconstruct, and maintain canal crossings and concrete surfaces; rebuild and reshape drainage systems; clean and replace culverts and catch basins; and place riprap along canal banks.
Perform canal right-of-way grounds maintenance, including planting, mowing, sodding, weeding, sign installation, and herbicide or pesticide application.
Install, repair, and maintain irrigation systems and components along canal rights-of-way.
Assist with construction-project layouts according to specifications, construct forms, and pour concrete for slabs.
Operate a variety of tools, vehicles, and equipment and perform simple maintenance and minor repairs or adjustments.
Establish safe work zones, follow applicable safety and housekeeping standards, and use tools and equipment carefully.
Interact with the public to assist with assessing and timely correcting complaints; communicate with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
Follow supervisory direction and City policies and procedures, complete assigned work within deadlines, and attend required meetings and planning sessions.
Respond to emergencies 24 hours a day and perform related duties as required.