Stormwater Operator III

Order Type :

PAY RANGE DOQ: $20.48 - $32.77/HR.

 

Position Summary:

Performs skilled work in the maintenance of streets, stormwater and rights-of-way maintenance. Employees may be assigned to one or several functions within the classification depending upon the needs of the department. Under general supervision, the incumbent must exercise reasonable initiatives and independent judgement in ensuring that timely, efficient, and effective services are provided to departments, selecting work methods, and performing assigned tasks. Work is reviewed through oral and written reports, discussion, and results obtained.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Performs skilled work for jobs related to maintenance and repair of streets, stormwater and rights-of-way.

• Performs skilled work in canals, streets, ditches and ponds using advanced level maintenance equipment.

• Gives routine first level maintenance to ensure equipment, material and jobsite are safe orderly and are in proper working order.

• Operates small to heavy equipment in compliance with the City's operating safety policies and procedures including operation of industrial mowers, excavation equipment, dump trucks, jet cleaners, street sweeper and small equipment such as chainsaws, blowers, weed eaters, shovels, rakes to name a few.

• Supervises and assists team in construction and maintenance activities including, but not limited to road patching, sidewalk repairs, ditch maintenance, stormwater system maintenance, rights-of-way maintenance and repair.

• Plans and directs the obtaining of tools and materials needed for work, directs the setting up of barricades and other warning devices to channel traffic around construction areas or other hazards.

• Will be required for stand by and or after hour duties.

• Prepares daily activity sheets, reports and other documentation as required.

• Work safely around utilities, traffic, public, crews being fully aware of surroundings to minimize risk and hazards, reporting any hazards, accidents, or injuries immediately to supervisor.

• Participate in meetings with crew and supervisor to discuss daily activities goals and maintain clear and open communication throughout to project.

• Performs other job duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and/or experience; and, certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, materials and tools of several trades.

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades.

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to prepare and maintain records on activities.

• Ability to apply all applicable safety measures.

• Ability to lead a small crew and direct activities.

• Skill in the operation and maintenance of tools, machinery and equipment of the trades.

• Ability to perform manual work under adverse weather conditions for extended periods.

• Ability to work in/or around traffic, working around underground utilities: electric, gas, phone/fiber optics, cable TV, water, sewer lines, etc.

• Work well with others in a team environment.

 

Education and Experience:

• High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.   

• A combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted at the City Manager’s discretion.

 

Certificates and Licenses:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class “A” CDL driver’s license if selected in Storm Construction or a valid Florida Class “B” CDL in Street Construction or as required for specific Operator III position assignments and must be insurable by the City’s current insurance.

• Current Florida Department of Transportation Approved Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) Intermediate Certification within 6 months of employment.

• Florida Stormwater Association Stormwater Operator – Level I within 6 months of employment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

 

Essential Physical Abilities:

Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the time Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time N/A = Not applicable

 

Physical Skills	Constant	Frequent	Occasional	N/A
Heavy lifting (45 lbs. and over)				X
Moderate lifting (15 to 44 lbs.)			X
Light lifting (under 15 lbs.)		X
Heavy carrying (45 lbs. and over)				X
Moderate carrying (14 to 44 lbs.)			X
Light carrying (under 15 lbs.)		X
Reaching above shoulder		X
Use of fingers	X
Both hands required	X
Climbing (use of legs and arms)			X
Climbing (legs only)		X
Good near vision		X
Good distant vision		X
Both eyes required	X
Depth perception		X
Distinguishing basic colors		X
Distinguishing shades of colors			X
Good hearing (with or without hearing aid)			X
Straight pulling			X
Pulling hand over hand			X
Pushing		X
Walking	X
Standing	X
Crawling			X
Kneeling			X
Bending		X
Balancing	X
Stooping			X
Jumping				X
Running				X
Throwing			X
Driving (cars, small vans, pick-ups, etc.)		X
Driving & operating (heavy equip., trucks, etc.)				X
Other (towing and backing equipment trailer)

Environmental Conditions:

Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the time Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time N/A = Not applicable

 

Environment	Constant	Frequent	Occasional	N/A
Work Inside			X
Work Outside	X
In the Heat	X
In the Cold			X
In High Humidity	X
In Dampness or Chilliness			X
In Dry Conditions		X
In or with Noisy Conditions		X
In Darkness			X
In or with Dusty Conditions		X
With Silica, Asbestos, etc.				X
With Fumes or Gases		X
With Smoke or Flames				X
With Chemicals			X
With Solvents			X
With Grease or Oils			X
With Radiant Energy				X
With Electrical Energy				X
On Slippery Surfaces			X
On Uneven Surfaces		X
In or With Moving Objects		X
In or With Ladders/Scaffolding				X
At Heights above Ground Level				X
Below Ground Level			X
In Water		X
With Explosives				X
With Poor Ventilation			X
With Odors			X
With Unusual Fatigue Factors				X
Other Relevant Information:

 

Emergency Responsibilities:

In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, Emergency Management or City Administration. Such assignments may be before, during or after the emergency/disaster.

Disclaimers:

 

This job description is not intended to, and does not, constitute an offer of employment or a contract for employment or the terms and condition of employment. The City of Plant City has the right to revise this job description at any time.