Surface Water Maintenance Worker 3

City of Federal Way•Federal Way, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is represented by Teamsters Local 763. Under the direction of the Surface Water Maintenance Supervisor and Public Works Operations Manager, this role involves training, assigning, and supervising surface water maintenance personnel, as well as performing skilled and specialized duties in the maintenance, repair, and construction of surface water facilities. This includes man-made and natural retention/detention systems, and collection and conveyance systems. The role also assists in the evaluation and selection of equipment, tools, and contracts, and requires the proper and safe operation of heavy and light vehicles, specialized equipment, and hand and power tools. Incumbents perform skilled and specialized surface water facilities maintenance, repairs, and construction duties, and serve as lead workers to lower-level maintenance staff and seasonal employees.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Three years of experience performing comparable work required in the Surface Water Maintenance 3 position.
Possession of a valid Washington State Driver's License with Class A Commercial Driver's License Endorsement and Tanker Endorsement, or ability to obtain Tanker Endorsement within six (6) months.
Possession of a valid Washington State Pesticide and Insecticide Applicators license or ability to obtain one within one (1) year of employment.
Possession of a valid first aid certificate and traffic control/flagging card, or ability to obtain within three (3) months of employment.
Advanced and specialized knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in surface water maintenance and operations repair and construction service areas.
Knowledge of layout, operation, and activities of surface water systems and street department duties.
Knowledge of operation, use, and care of hand and power tools, heavy and light vehicles, and specialized equipment used in maintenance and construction activities.
Knowledge of operation of light and heavy vehicles and equipment.
Knowledge of appropriate health and safety practices and procedures and work hazards related to surface water maintenance activities.
Knowledge of basic record keeping techniques.
Ability to perform a variety of responsible and specialized duties in the maintenance, repair, and construction of surface water facilities.
Ability to operate, service, and make minor repairs to tools and equipment used in general maintenance and construction work.
Ability to lead the work of surface water maintenance personnel by preparing and scheduling daily work assignments.
Ability to assist maintenance supervisor in the preparation of employee evaluations.
Ability to perform skilled and/or specialized tasks without close supervision.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate orally in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to prepare clean and concise written directions and work assignments.
Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
Ability to apply specialized chemicals to control vegetation, insects, etc.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, as-builts, and record drawings.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
Ability to observe legal and defensive driving practices.
Ability to be on-call to respond to emergency situations such as flooding, hazardous spills, and snow and ice control during other than normal work hours.
Ability to perform heavy physical labor in all weather conditions.
Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.
Demonstrated ability to positively and effectively interact with diverse individuals to accomplish a common goal.

Responsibilities

Train, assign, and supervise the maintenance, repair, and construction activities of public surface water facilities including open channel/ditch excavation and restoration, culvert/pipe repair and installation, asphalt cutting and removal, retention/detention pond mowing and debris removal, catch basin/manhole repair and installation, job site safety, cleanup, and restoration.
Prepare daily work assignments and reports.
Act as Maintenance Supervisor in his/her absence.
Assist in the research and assembling of information related to the evaluation, selection, and purchase of equipment, tools, and supplies; meet with vendors and contractors.
Prepare and maintain a variety of surface water maintenance records including work performed, fuel consumption and mileage, parts, material, and equipment inventories, purchases, equipment use, safety and vandalism reports, and system repair needs.
Perform inspection of public and private surface water facilities and appurtenances for maintenance and repair conditions.
Perform work in underground pipes, manholes, catch basins, and vaults in accordance with OSHA safety regulations.
Perform maintenance activities related to the repair, restoration, and cleaning of open channel stormwater conveyance systems/ditches.
Perform a variety of construction projects and duties such as building forms, mixing, pouring, and finishing concrete, removal and/or replacement of asphalt, concrete curb and gutters, and sidewalks.
Clean pipes, catch basins, manholes, vaults, open channel conveyance systems/ditches, retention/detention ponds, and conservation properties with hand/power tools or specialized equipment such as storm eductor truck with high velocity water jet equipment, backhoe, dump truck, excavator, skid steer loaders/track loaders, various heavy equipment attachments, power or riding mower, and weed eaters; operate all equipment in a proper and safe manner.
Assist in the preparation and updating of maps and diagrams of streets, manholes, catch basins, pipes, open channels, ditches, and retention/detention facilities.
Perform asphalt work including installation of berms, patches, etc. associated with Surface Water related Maintenance repairs.
Spray chemical applications to control weeds, insects, and vegetation growth.
Work for extended periods of time for emergencies such as flooding, system failures, and snow and ice control.
Perform other duties as assigned.