Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

DEFINITION

Identify and locate storm drainage and/or irrigation lines as requested by UNCC and interdepartmental requests; respond to and investigate storm drainage system malfunctions or blockages; conduct a variety of inspections, including flood levee, detention basin and open channel inspections; clear obstructions to lines as necessary with the use of Persigo resources and assist Persigo as needed in the cleaning of storm and irrigation systems; collect and update mapping data for the GIS system and retrieve information from the GIS system for use in locating storm drainage sites.

JOB CLASSIFICATION

Non-Exempt, Safety Sensitive.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from assigned Operations & Maintenance Supervisor.

PRIMARY DUTIES--The following are examples of primary duties assigned to positions in this classification. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1.  Identify and locate all storm drainage and/or irrigation lines as requested by UNCC and departments.

2.  Respond to all regular and emergency calls for storm drainage system malfunctions or blockages; clear obstructions from plugged lines as necessary; resolve complaints and issues concerning problems with irrigation and storm drainage systems efficiently.

3.  Conduct a variety of tasks such as flood levee inspections, detention basin inspections, and open channel inspections; make minor repairs to systems as necessary and report major problems to supervisor for maintenance scheduling.

4.  Inform the general public of regulations and ordinances concerning irrigation and storm drainage systems; issue storm water compliance orders and notices of violation; interact with Code Enforcement to enforce compliance orders and notices of violation; investigate unlawful dumping into the storm water drain systems.

5.  Perform off season inspections for a large number of irrigation systems throughout the City.

6.  Collect and retrieve information from GIS for use in locating storm drainage systems; update files and mapping of the storm drain and irrigation systems; record and file information into assigned software and reference books.

7.  Conduct inspections of municipal infrastructure relating to storm water and irrigation during final inspection walk throughs for new subdivisions.

8.  Prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports, and logs.

9.  Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Operation and construction of storm drainage and irrigation systems.

The City's current storm water and wastewater collection system.

Regulations and ordinances concerning irrigation and storm drainage systems.

Operations, services and activities of assigned maintenance program.

Methods, techniques, materials, equipment, and tools used in the installation, maintenance, and reconstruction of storm water and irrigation equipment and systems.

Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Customer service procedures and principles.

Principles and practices of record keeping.

English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Modern office technology and equipment, including computers and related software applications.

Applicable Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations.

Ability to:

Identify and locate storm water drainage systems.

Read, interpret and update storm water and wastewater collection maps.

Perform semi-skilled maintenance, construction and repair work in the area of work assigned.

Use and operate hand tools, power tools and equipment required for the work in a safe and efficient manner.

Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public and City employees.

Establish and maintain accurate records, logs, and files.

Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.

Operate and use modern office equipment including computer and various software applications.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Minimum Requirements:

 Experience:

 Five (5) years of increasingly responsible public works maintenance experience including experience in performing storm water inspection functions.

 Training:

 High School Diploma or G.E.D.; supplemented by specialized training in storm water inspections or a related field is desirable.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

License or Certificate

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, Stormwater Management during Construction.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, Erosion Control Supervisor Certificate.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, Stormwater Compliance Inspections Certificate.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions:

The job is performed in the following working environment:

Office environment and field environment.

The following condition(s) may be present on a continuing basis:

Physical Conditions:

The job is characterized by:

The following physical activities are very or extremely important in accomplishing the job’s purpose and are performed on a daily basis:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, climb, crawl, talk, hear, see and demonstrate manual dexterity. Materials and chemicals may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants. The employee regularly works in outside weather conditions, near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions and vibration. The employee is also required to perform light lifting.