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Department: 480501 - UHR Temporary Services

Essential Job Duties:

The Stormwater Maintenance Tech performs routine and non-routine maintenance on stormwater infrastructure including catch basins, bio retention ponds, ditches, swales, and underground pipes. This position requires work outdoors in various weather conditions, the ability to operate light equipment, assistance with landscape installation, and construction activities. Team members should be prepared to respond to stormwater related emergencies and maintain compliance with all safety policies and procedures.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ Emergency Response: Respond to emergency situations, such as flooding during major weather events, to clear blockages and restore drainage.

+ Work Zone Safety: Set up and maintain safe work zones with warning devices in accordance with safety standards.

+ Inspections: Conduct regular visual inspections of SCMs and drainage infrastructure to identify any issues that may affect system performance. These may include erosion, damage, and blockages.

+ Vegetation Management: Perform string trimming, mowing, pruning, and brush removal to maintain proper flow around the SCM .

+ Debris and Sediment Removal: Manually remove or occasionally use specialized equipment such as high-velocity water jetters or vacuum trucks to clean and remove trash, leaves, sediment, and other debris from stormwater structures.

+ Erosion Control: Utilize sod, vegetation, or other materials to stabilize eroded areas around SCMs.

+ Minor Construction and Repair: Perform manual labor to repair damaged SCM devices.

+ Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Must have basic knowledge of equipment operation and function.

+ Documentation: Provide information on daily work activities as needed. Willingness to learn is essential.

Required Qualifications:

+ High School Diploma or equivalent.

+ Possession of a valid driver’s license; a Commercial Driver’s License ( CDL ) may be required.

+ Ability to learn and operate a variety of hand and power tools.

+ Ability to read and interpret construction plans or maps is a plus.

+ Physical ability to perform heavy manual labor in all weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Safety-Oriented: Adheres to all safety policies and procedures.

+ Team-Oriented: Works effectively with other crew members to complete tasks.

+ Problem-Solving: Possesses the ability to determine the best course of action for repairs after identifying the problem.

+ Adaptability: Willingness to work in changing environments with unforeseen variables.

Required license or certification:

Valid NC Driver’s License or CDL

Position Number: 48SM11

AA/EEO Statement:

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.