Stormwater Technician

Salary: $26.86 - $34.49 Hourly

Location : New Ulm, MN

Job Type: Regular Full-Time

Job Number: 4092

Department: Engineering

Opening Date: 04/24/2024

General Description

Under the general direction of the City Engineer, to perform intermediate skilled administrative and technical work related to stormwater management and enforcement of the City's stormwater program.

INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONDUCTED AS APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED
Essential Functions of the Job / Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

• Ensures compliance with all MS4 regulations, including inspections, organization, documentation, and completing all required reports.
• Responds to complaints from community members related to illicit discharges, spills, and drainage issues.
• Schedules and performs inspections, including construction site, temporary erosion and sediment control, outfalls, illicit discharge, and stormwater management systems.
• Oversees the public and City staff education and participation requirements of the MS4 Permit.
• Oversees the reviewing and processing of City Stormwater Permits.
• Manages and updates the Storm Sewer infrastructure in the GIS database.
• Develops operational procedures for maintenance and repair of stormwater infrastructure.
• Assists with drafting and development of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans.
• Assists with inspections of Engineering Department Construction Projects.
• Assists with the preparation and sending of public notices.
• Adhere to all work rules, policies, and safety regulations.
• Perform other related functions as assigned.

The aforementioned functions are normal for this position. They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA's)

• Thorough knowledge of the concepts of project management, analytical and systematic approach to implementation, time management, scheduling, and prioritizing procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of computer software including Office, databases, ArcGIS, and AutoCAD.
• Thorough knowledge of stormwater management systems and best management practices.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations related to stormwater management.
• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to municipal maintenance and repair activities.
• Considerable knowledge of construction principles, practices, and methods applicable to a municipal setting regarding erosion and sediment control and stormwater runoff.
• Ability to interpret construction grading, utility, and stormwater pollution prevention plans.
• Ability to deal effectively with the public, citizens, fellow employees, and others with courtesy and discretion.
• Ability to perform construction field inspections.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education and Experience

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences, or related field; 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
• Training in stormwater management and/or collection systems.
• Coursework or training in the use of AutoCAD and ArcGIS.
• Certification or ability to obtain certification in Design of Construction SWPPP and Construction Site Management through the MPCA and University of Minnesota.
• Valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

01

I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete the following supplemental questionnaire for this position. The information I provide will be reviewed and used to determine my eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a high school graduate or do you possess a G.E.D?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have an Associate degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

05

If yes to question , explain the schooling that you have attended.

06

Are you certified in Design of Construction SWPPP and Construction Site Management through MPCA and University of Minnesota?

• Yes
• No

07

If you are not certified in Design of Construction SWPPP, are you willing to get certified?

• Yes
• No
• I am certified

08

How many years of experience do you have with inspections, documentation, and reporting in regard to MS4 regulations.

• No experience
• 1 - 6 months
• 6 months - 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 4 - 5 years
• 5+ years

09

If yes to question , please list the nature of duties and responsibilities in relation to this question.

10

Please select the answer that best describes your experience with AutoCAD and/or ArcGIS.

• No experience
• 1 - 6 months
• 6 months - 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 4 - 5 years
• 5+ years

11

Please list the nature of duties and responsibilities in relation to question .

12

How many years of experience do you have performing inspections, including construction site, temporary erosion and sediment control, outfalls, illicit discharge, and/or stormwater management systems?

• No Experience
• 1 - 6 months
• 6 months - 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 4 - 5 years
• 5+ years

13

Please list the nature of duties and responsibilities in relation to question .

14

How many years of experience do you have overseeing and processing City Stormwater permits?

• No experience
• 1 - 6 months
• 6 months - 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 4 - 5 years
• 5+ years

15

Please list the nature of duties and responsibilities in relation to question .

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