Drainage Technician 1, 2, Or 3

Salary: $21.72 - $30.41 Hourly

Location : Golden, CO

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 2024-00095

Department: Public Works

Opening Date: 08/09/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Non-Exempt

The City of Golden is currently seeking a Drainage Technician. Come and see why the City of Golden is the place you want to be! Being a Golden employee is more than just a job, it's a lifestyle. Golden is a vibrant outdoor community making it a great place to live, work and play. Location, location, location - Work near great restaurants and shops, hit the trails, and enjoy the outdoor scenery of Clear Creek and the foothills. Convenient commuting from all directions.
Paid time off - Paid vacation starts at 16 days (that's over 3 weeks!), plus 12 days of sick time and 12 paid holidays each year.
Great benefits - The City matches up to 8% of your retirement contributions, plus offers a full-spectrum of benefits and perks, including tuition reimbursement ()! This position performs a variety of activities and equipment operation in the construction, maintenance, and general services related to storm drain cleaning, stormwater inlet maintenance and inspection, detention pond maintenance and drainage channel maintenance. May be required to work on call during inclement weather and storm events.

Drainage Technician I: Entry level position.

Drainage Technician II: Performs semi-skilled to skilled tasks. Drainage Technician III: Journey level position.

Drainage Lead: Senior level position.

The schedule for this position is typically 7:00am-3:30pm Monday through Friday. Summer hours are 6:30am-5:00pm Monday through Thursday. You may be required to work after hours assisting with snow plow operations, water breaks, or sewer backups. This may include being assigned on-call duty.

JOB SUMMARY

Involved in all aspects of stormwater system maintenance and repair including cleaning, repairing and inspecting stormwater inlets, channels, drainages, streams and detention ponds.

Participate in cleaning and removal of obstructions from stormwater inlets and lines; remove sediment from detention ponds, clear pond outlets and water quality structures.

Trim and remove trees and root systems and clear growth and debris in drainage channels and streams. Inspect and test stormwater lines for illicit connections and discharges.

Operate and perform routine maintenance to construction equipment such as backhoe, dump trucks, front end loaders, sweepers, vac truck, chipper and power tools such as compressors, jack hammers, chain saws, sandblasters, and concrete saws.

General construction maintenance, routine facility, and vehicle maintenance as necessary.

May be assigned "on-call" duty during inclement weather to assist with clearing inlets and channels during heavy rains, assisting with snow plow operations and other duties as assigned to assist the public works department.

Additional Duties Drainage Technician Lead
Plans daily activities of division, assigns work, and oversees activities of crews in the field. Assists with the capital improvement program and administration of the private storm enforcement program.

In absence of Stormwater Supervisor carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or general education diploma (GED). Drainage Technician I Prior related experience preferred. Drainage Technician II Minimum 3 years related experience.

Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Dump truck, vac trailer, loader, skidsteer, and Polaris w/ mower and/or chipper.

Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Tripod system, gas monitor, desktop/laptop, IPad, OMS, Arc Map, and push camera. Drainage Technician III Minimum 6 years related experience.

Completed Red Rocks Stormwater Management Class and 2 CE credits in related classes.

Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Dump truck, vac trailer, loader, skidsteer, Polaris w/ mower and/or chipper, backhoe/trackhoe, and utilities vac truck.

Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Tripod system, gas monitor, desktop/laptop, IPad, OMS, Arc Map, push camera, and GPS. Drainage Lead Minimum 8 years related experience.

Completed Red Rocks Stormwater Management Class and 4 CE credits in related classes. Completed APWA Leadership course.

Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Dump truck, vac trailer, loader, skidsteer, Polaris w/ mower and/or chipper, backhoe/trackhoe, utilities vac truck, and camera van.

Prerequisite equipment proficiencies: Tripod system, gas monitor, desktop/laptop, IPad, OMS, Arc Map, push camera, GPS, and Wincan software.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to present information one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to read and interpret basic maps and blueprints.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentages.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid driver's license and good driving record. Drainage Technician I Class A CDL with tanker within 6 months of hire. Drainage Technician II Class A CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements required.

Flagger, Confined Space, Trenching and Excavation Certificate, BMP Inspector, and CIP Erosion and Sediment Certifications required.

Completed LTAP Safety in the Workplace and LTAP Drainage trainings. Drainage Technician III Class A CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements required.

Flagger, Confined Space, Trenching and Excavation Certificate, BMP Inspector, and CIP Erosion and Sediment Certifications required.

Completed LTAP Safety in the Workplace, LTAP Drainage, LTAP Supervisor course, Traffic Control Supervisor, and Noxious Weed Recognition trainings. Drainage Lead

Class A CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements required.

Flagger, Confined Space, Trenching and Excavation Certificate, BMP Inspector, CIP Erosion and Sediment, and NASSCO Certifications required.

Completed LTAP Safety in the Workplace, LTAP Drainage, LTAP Supervisor course, Traffic Control Supervisor, and Noxious Weed Recognition trainings.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of proper use of general construction tools and equipment; methods, techniques, and the operational characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the construction and maintenance of drainage pipe and/or concrete inlets; methods, techniques, and the operational characteristics of mechanical equipment used in pipe and inlet cleaning.

MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED
Hand and power tools, pick-up truck, backhoe dump truck, loader, sweeper, and other light mechanical equipment as needed. Asphalt and concrete tools.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

City of Golden is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Regular Full-Time (RFT) employees of the City of Golden currently receive numerous benefits as part of their total compensation package. These benefits are in addition to mandated benefits such as: workers' compensation, unemployment insurance, and social security. Some benefits are provided at no cost to the employee while others require employee cost sharing or contributions. Employees are eligible to enroll in most benefits upon hire.

The City of Golden's benefit package can comprise an average of 35% of total compensation.

Employer Paid Benefits Include:
Term Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program

Cost Sharing Benefits Include:
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
401(a) Retirement Plan

Full-time employees can also take advantage of:
Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Account
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Vision Coverage
Tuition Program
Supplemental Life Insurance

Full-Time employees receive the following leave options:
128 Hours of Annual Leave (accrued each pay period)
96 Hours of Sick Leave (accrued each pay period)
12 Paid Company Holidays

For more detailed information please refer to the section of our website.

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The hiring range for this position is $21.72-$30.40 per hour based upon experience and qualifications. Are you comfortable with this range of pay? Yes No

02

Do you have a high school diploma or general education diploma (GED)? Yes No

03

Which best describes your previous experience in general construction, storm drainage, or a related area? Less than 3 years related experience 3-6 years related experience 6-8 years related experience 8 years or more related experience None of the above

04

Do you possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record? A good driving record includes, but is not limited to, no suspension or revocation of license within the last three years and no conviction of a DUI, DUID, DWAI or any hit and run accident within the past two years. Yes No

05

Do you have a current Class A or Class B CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements? Yes No, but can obtain within 6 months of hire. No, and cannot obtain.

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Do you have minimum 6 months backhoe experience? Yes No

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Do you have any of the following certifications or training? Flagger's Certification Confined Space Training Trenching & Excavation Certificate

08

This position requires exposure to outside weather conditions including extreme cold, heat and working in confined spaces. Are you able to work in these conditions? Yes No

09

This is a physically demanding position. You need the ability to lift 50 pounds, operate equipment in channels, ponds and on slopes. It also requires frequent walking including on slopes, hills and various terrain. Have you reviewed the job description and do you understand the physical requirements of the position? Yes No

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The schedule for this position is typically 7:00am-3:30pm Monday through Friday. Summer hours are 6:30am-5:00pm Monday through Thursday. You may be required to work after hours assisting with snow plow operations, water breaks or sewer backups. This may include being assigned on-call duty. Do you understand these schedule requirements? Yes No

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Please list which computer software programs you have experience with and your level of skill with these programs. Examples may include: Google Earth, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook.

Required Question