Surface Water Maintenance Worker 1 and 2

Basic Function

Salary range for Surface Water Maintenance Worker 1 is $4,999 to $6,270 per month.
Salary range for Surface Water Maintenance Worker 2 is $5,735 to $7,264 per month.

Placement between Surface Water Maintenance Worker 1 and 2 will be determined by applicable experience and possession of CDL.

A position in this classification will be represented by Teamsters Local 763.

Under the direction of the Surface Water Maintenance Supervisor or Surface Water Maintenance Worker 3, perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled duties in the maintenance, repair and construction of surface water facilities including man-made and natural retention/detention systems and collection and conveyance systems; demonstrate the proper and safe operation and operate a variety of heavy and light vehicles, specialized equipment, hand and power tools.

Distinguishing Characteristics:
Surface Water Maintenance Worker 1 performs semi-skilled and skilled duties. Surface Water Maintenance Worker 2 performs skilled and specialized duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform inspection of public and private surface water facilities and appurtenances for maintenance and repair conditions. Using hand tools, clean and repair catch basins, manholes, storm lines, retention/detention ponds, and vaults.

Perform vegetation control using hand, power, and riding machinery; application of chemicals to weeds, grass and insects. Assist in planting, pruning and maintenance of trees, shrubs, and other vegetation.

Break and remove asphalt or other surfaces using air, electric, or hydraulic jackhammers, chipping guns, pick, shovel, etc.

Operate division vehicles in a proper and safe manner to transport personnel, materials, and miscellaneous equipment. Perform routine maintenance and repair to division equipment and vehicles including maintaining filters, hoses, fuel, oil and other fluid levels.

Operate maintenance and construction equipment, including but not limited to, storm eductor truck with high velocity water jet equipment, backhoe, dump truck, power mowers (riding or walk-behind), and power cut off pipe saws.

Manually or using equipment, assist in excavation of trenches to proper grade and line, placement bedding and laying pipe and appurtenances; backfill and compaction of storm lines. Also assist in the clean up of job sites.

Assist in a variety of construction projects and duties such as building forms, mixing, pouring and finishing of concrete, removal and/or replacement of asphalt, concrete curb and gutters, and sidewalks.

Assist in the preparation and updating of a variety of division records and maps including 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.

Perform work in underground pipes, manholes, catch basins and vaults in accordance with OSHA safety regulations.

Remove litter and debris from roadside, streams, and drainage facilities.

Work for extended periods of time and be on 24-hour call for emergencies such as flooding, system failures and snow and ice removal.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

SURFACE WATER MAINTENANCE WORKER 1
Education and Experience:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and two years experience in a maintenance, repair, or construction field.

Licenses and Other Requirements:
Must possess a valid Washington State Drivers License and are encouraged to obtain a commercial license endorsement. Possess a valid Washington State Pesticide and Insecticide Applicators License or have the ability to obtain within one (1) year of the date of employment. Possess a valid first aid certificate and traffic control/flagging card or have the ability to obtain within three (3) months of employment.

SURFACE WATER MAINTENANCE WORKER 2
Education and Experience:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and three years experience in a maintenance, repair, or construction field coupled with a CDL and/or specialized certification as authorized in advance by Management.

Licenses and Other Requirements:
Must possess a valid Washington State Drivers License with commercial drivers license endorsement and/or specialized certification as authorized in advance by Management. Possess a valid Washington State Pesticide and Insecticide Applicators license or have the ability to obtain within one (1) year of the date of employment. Possess a valid first aid certificate and traffic control/flagging card or have the ability to obtain within three (3) months of employment.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in surface water maintenance operations and repair and construction service areas.
• Layout, operation, and activities of surface water systems and street department duties.
• Operation, use and care of hand and power tools and equipment used in general construction and maintenance work and grounds keeping.
• Operation of light and heavy vehicles and equipment.
• Appropriate health and safety practices, procedures and work hazards related to surface water maintenance activities.
• Basic record keeping techniques.

• Perform a variety of responsible duties in the maintenance, repair, and construction of surface water facilities.
• Operate, service and make minor repairs to tools and equipment used in general maintenance and construction work.
• Apply specialized chemicals to control vegetation, insects, etc.
• Perform skilled and/or semi-skilled tasks without close supervision.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
• Be available to work and be on-call to respond to emergency situations such as flooding, hazardous spills and snow and ice control during other than normal work hours.
• Perform heavy physical labor in all weather conditions.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.
• Demonstrated ability to positively and effectively interact with diverse individuals to accomplish a common goal.

The City of Federal Way offers a complete benefits package to regular status full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Regular status part-time employees, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.