Stormwater Worker III

City of Miami Gardens•Miami Gardens, FL

About The Position

Under regular supervision, the Stormwater Worker III acts as a lead worker performing technically skilled public works maintenance and construction activities. The role operates a variety of tools, vehicles, and equipment, including a vacuum truck, and may require maintaining close engineering tolerances. The position assists with supervising and reviewing work performed by maintenance crews and reports to the Stormwater/Street Superintendent or designee. The employee leads construction and maintenance work involving canals, roadways, drainage systems, culverts, catch basins, concrete, and waterways. Duties include equipment operation and transport, worksite preparation, project layout, concrete construction and repair, vegetation and debris removal, assistance with canal inspections and herbicide applications, and training subordinate personnel. The employee is also responsible for safe work practices, quality control, basic equipment maintenance, and responding to emergencies 24 hours a day. Related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least three years of experience performing public works or large-scale commercial construction or maintenance tasks, or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid State of Florida Class B CDL with an N endorsement.
Stormwater Class C or Stormwater Level 1 Certificate.
Obtain an OSHA-approved trench safety certificate within the six-month probationary period.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and understand work orders, equipment instructions, maps, safety warnings, and oral and written directions.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors, convey and record information, and understand detailed but straightforward instructions.
Ability to handle tools and equipment, differentiate colors and shades, inspect dimensions and shapes, visually read information, and coordinate hands and eyes to operate machinery and motor vehicles.
Ability to work under minimal stress when confronted with emergencies or tight deadlines; the work may involve significant danger or risk.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating a Jet Vac or vacuum truck.

Responsibilities

Lead personnel in construction and maintenance work, including canal crossing and concrete repairs, roadway shoulder and drainage-system work, culvert and catch-basin cleaning or replacement, and riprap placement along canal banks.
Operate a variety of vehicles, tools, and equipment, including a vacuum truck; on a limited basis, operate tracked and wheeled earthmoving and road-building equipment.
Drive vehicles to worksites, transport construction equipment, set equipment attachments when required, perform equipment pre-checks, inspect fluid and mechanical systems, and make minor adjustments.
Load earth, gravel, and other loose materials onto trucks; install concrete catch basins and underground stormwater drainage pipes.
Assist with inspections of canal systems for aquatic plant encroachment, apply herbicides or biological agents, remove obstructions, and post notices of pending pesticide applications.
Perform mechanical harvesting and manual plant removal when conditions permit; assist with vegetation removal, canal and waterway cleanup, and tree removal.
Remove extraneous material from waterways, which may include heavy objects, dead fish, and containers of unknown contents.
Lay out construction projects according to specifications; construct forms and pour concrete for slabs, sidewalks, and curbing.
Train subordinate personnel in equipment use, safety, and construction and maintenance techniques.
Maintain work accuracy and quality, take remedial action to correct deficiencies, and initiate work with minimal supervision and instruction.
Use equipment and tools safely, establish safe work zones, and comply with applicable safety requirements.
Perform simple maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
Respond to emergencies 24 hours a day.
Perform related duties as required.