Technician I - Stormwater Maintenance

City of Harrisonburg•Harrisonburg, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the City of Harrisonburg Public Works Department as a Technician I - Stormwater Maintenance and help protect our community’s waterways and infrastructure through hands-on, meaningful work. Operate equipment, maintain drainage systems and stormwater facilities, and build a career serving the residents of Harrisonburg. The Technician I - Stormwater Maintenance role is a full-time position with benefits, and applicants may be considered for levels within the department at an annual rate commensurate with applicant qualifications. An exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidate's qualifications/experience and in compliance with City policy. As of the initial posting date, the City will be filling two Technician positions within Stormwater Maintenance.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Minimal experience in stormwater maintenance, public works maintenance, grounds maintenance, construction, equipment operation, concrete work, pipe work, or related work. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be used to meet this requirement.
18 years of age or older by hire date
Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) Class B with air brakes. (Applicants without a CDL will be considered for the Journeyman level within the department; however, to progress to the Technician I level, a CDL is required. The department provides paid, on-the-job-training.)
Possession of a current VDOT Basic Work Zone Safety Certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment (or as soon as class schedule permits)
Participation in a rotating, stand-by and/or on-call work program for off-hours emergency response

Nice To Haves

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements and possess the required qualifications/experience for the Technician II role may be considered at that level.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance, repair, and cleaning of stormwater best management practices (BMPs), stormwater pipes, drainage ditches, culverts, inlets, outfalls, and related infrastructure
Assist with excavation, grading, pipe work, alignment of pipes, minor concrete work, sediment and debris removal, and restoration of disturbed areas
Perform vegetation management associated with stormwater BMP maintenance, including mowing, trimming, brush clearing, seeding, and tree and stump removal
Operate equipment and tools used in stormwater and grounds maintenance, including but not limited to backhoe, excavator, loader, dump truck, tractor, chainsaw, pumps, saws, jackhammers, and related hand tools
Perform pre-trip inspections and routine cleaning of vehicles, tools, and equipment, and reports maintenance needs
Set up and maintain a work zone in accordance with Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) requirements
Perform proper handling, spill prevention, spill response, and cleanup procedures for fuels and other pollutants to minimize entry into the stormwater system
Assist with the inspection of stormwater BMPs and system components
Assist with Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4)-related field activities, including identification of visible issues or potential illicit discharges
Assist with preparation of daily reports, work orders, and inventory records
Assist with responding to citizen inquiries and complaints regarding drainage, stormwater, water quality, and flooding concerns
Assist with snow and ice removal, and other emergency response duties as assigned
Assist with special event duties
Operate a City vehicle in the performance of the job duties
Perform related tasks as required