Stormwater Maintenance Technician or Operator I (DOQ) (89123)

Stormwater Maintenance Technician Or Operator I (Doq) (89123)

Leon A Wurl Service Center - Erie, CO 80516

Overview

Salary Range $23.15 - $32.60 Hourly Position Type Full Time Category Utilities

Description

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy hands-on work that keeps you on your toes, then we've got the perfect position for you! As the Stormwater Technician or Operator, you'll play a vital role in the upkeep and enhancement of our town's stormwater systems and infrastructure.

Under general supervision, you will perform a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of Town stormwater systems, right of ways, and in support of the operation and maintenance of the distribution system, wastewater collections system and other Town infrastructure.

The Stormwater Technician/Operator primarily works for the Storm Maintenance Division within the Utilities Department, however cross-training and other duties may be assigned.

• Our Technician level position is entry-level, and we are looking for people who are interested in learning new skills and open to new opportunities! No experience? No problem! We offer hands-on training to help you develop the skills you need to succeed and advance in your career.
• If you are a more experienced professional, we still highly encourage you to apply, as we have the ability to hire an Operator Level I based on your qualifications.
• Please review our minimum qualifications below to see where you can be placed!

Placement and offer amount will be dependent on experience and any current and relevant certifications. The full hourly range is displayed on the job posting to show the potential for growth for our future hire.

Hourly Pay Rate by Level

Stormwater Maintenance Technician - Hiring Range: $23.15/hr - $26.73/hr

Full Range: $23.15/hr - $30.32/hr

Stormwater Maintenance Operator I - Hiring Range: $24.88/hr - $28.74/hr

Full Range: $24.88/hr - $32.60/hr

Work Hours: Typical working hours are 7:00AM 3:30PM

• Please note: The person in this position must be able to work an on-call rotating schedule as assigned and as needed for snow-related/other emergencies. Must be able to respond within 45 minutes in these situations.

Work Location: Leon A Wurl Service Center (150 Bonnell Ave, Erie, CO)

• This position is 100% in-person and not eligible for remote work

Posting Dates: 10/5/2026 - 10/18/2026This job posting may close early without notice.

**All incomplete applications will be withdrawn from the process once the posting closes.

AccommodationsIf you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Risk Management and Recruitment at View email address on click.appcast.io and View email address on click.appcast.io.

To review the full job description(s), including a full list of duties and physical & environmental factors, visit our Job Description page here.

Duties And Responsibilities: Responsibilities and duties vary depending on the level of the position. The level of aid, assistance, or support required may differ based on the role you are hired for. Below is a general overview of responsibilities, which may be tailored according to the specific level.

Essential

• Aid in a variety of routine to complex maintenance and construction activities to include storm sewer jetting, manhole maintenance and inspection, storm water system maintenance, CCTV inspections, ditch maintenance and repair, detention pond maintenance and repair, and right of way maintenance
• Aid in installation and maintain a variety of specialized and complex equipment related to storm operations and performs light mechanical repair and maintenance
• Aid in operations of heavy and light duty equipment to perform related maintenance and construction assignments
• Aid in a variety of heavy laboring activities including the use of hand tools, light power equipment, string trimmers, landscaping tools, and heavy construction and maintenance equipment
• Aids in inspections collection and storm installations and works with Town inspectors as needed
• Aid in snow removal activities either by hand, small equipment or heavy equipment as assigned

Administrative and Customer Service

• Aids data entry of information, maintenance logs and other data in spreadsheets and related software
• Aids in response to customers and contractors' inquiries and complaints
• Help prepares necessary records and reports

Safety

• Performs a variety of duties that require considerable knowledge of the use and wear of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Performs routine safety checks of equipment and minor maintenance activities on vehicles and equipment and maintains records of activities
• Maintains a safe working environment to include working in traffic and congested areas, working in ditches and confined spaces and all work environments
• Assists in the cleaning and organization of shop area

Operations & Maintenance Support

• Assisting D&C with sanitary sewer jetting, hydrant flushing and maintenance, repair water, sewer, valve exercising and maintenance, PRV inspections and maintenance, monitoring lift stations, and CCTV inspections of the utility system
• Assisting Meters with reading and maintenance, service orders, conducting turn-offs and turn-ons of residential and commercial water services
• Assisting Streets with maintenance of roadways and signage.
• Assisting Locates with utility locates
• Assisting in Town events preparation, operation and break down

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Education - Experience - Required Certifications/Licenses/Registrations - Preferred Certifications/Licenses/Registrations

Stormwater Maintenance Technician - High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required - No experience required - Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving recordColorado Commercial Driver's License Class B - required within one (1) year. - Preferred to obtain but required in order to advance: Class 1 Wastewater Collection System Operator from the Colorado Operator Certification ProgramPreferred to obtain but required in order to advance: Flagger Certification

Stormwater Maintenance Operator I - High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required - One (1) year of laboring, maintenance, equipment operations or other experience preferred - Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving recordColorado Commercial Driver's License Class B required within one (1) yearPermit Required: Confined Space Certification within one (1) yearFlagger CertificationClass 1 Wastewater Collection System Operator from the Colorado Operator Certification ProgramManaging a Successful Stormwater Planned Maintenance Program from Stormwater One

Pre-employment screenings include:

Interview processReference checksBackground checks include:National and County Criminal Scan, Sex-Offender Registry check and Motor Vehicle Report through DMVDOT 5 Panel Expanded Drug TestCommercial Driver's License Information System (CDLIS) Check

Town of Erie Benefits:

The Town of Erie offers a comprehensive benefit package and pays a major portion of the employee premium to make these benefits more affordable for you. Coverage of these benefits begin the 1st of the month following date of hire for benefited employees regularly working an average of 30 hours per week. Each year you will have the option of changing your elections through open enrollment. Click here to learn more.

Designated full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Robust Medical, Dental and Vision plans including spouse, domestic partner and family coverage options
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Employer paid Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) reimbursement up to $750 per year for numerous health