Come join the City of Lenexa crew in the Municipal Services Department as a Stormwater Maintenance Worker. The Municipal Services Department is a nationally accredited agency by the American Public Works Association.

At the City of Lenexa, our employees are dedicated to the City’s core values – integrity, service, teamwork, dedication, vision and caring. We all chip in and roll up our sleeves to deliver exceptional customer service. You’ll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that impact and support the community we serve.

This position also receives the following allowance(s):

• Clothing allowance (jeans, shirts, jackets) - $400.00 annually
• Boot allowance - $170.00 annually
• Personal protective equipment - City issued

Position Summary

This is entry-level skilled work in maintaining storm drains, inlet structures, native vegetation, erosion control structures, water conveyance systems including underground piping, open channels (natural & improved), detention and retention ponds, and system inspection and verification of storm drainage infrastructure. Work is performed under the direction of a Stormwater Foreman, serving on a work crew of five or less.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of manual labor involving maintenance and repairs to storm drainage systems which include Shovel work, spreading rock, loading or unloading trucks, transporting construction material, cutting tall grass and weeds, cleaning drainage structures, planting and weeding of erosion control type grasses and plants.
• Assists in the construction and maintenance of stream stabilization and restorations.
• Performs storm sewer system repair and replacement duties.
• Operates single and tandem axle dump trucks, farm tractor, snow removal equipment, mowing equipment, skid steer loaders, backhoes, front-end loaders, street sweepers, jet-vac, excavator, hand and power tools, and other mechanical equipment.
• Performs native vegetation management including weed eating, herbicide application, mowing, and prescribed burning.
• Performs “walk-around inspections” on equipment prior to operation, replenishes fluid levels and completes required log. Operates all machinery in a safe and judicious manner according to the manufacturer's operation manual. Cleans and performs routine maintenance and minor repairs to assigned equipment as needed. Reports malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• Responds for snow and ice removal and other emergencies including weekends, before and after hours, and holidays.
• Drives City and/or personal vehicle to perform essential functions of position.

Qualifications

Experience: Two years of experience in construction or landscape related field.

Licenses: Must have a valid driver’s license. Must possess a valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsements or the ability to obtain within 180 days from hire date.

Certifications: Must possess Work Zone Safety Certification, Flagger Certification and NIMS level ICS100 and ICS700 trainings, or ability to obtain within one year of hire date.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly rate of pay $18.85 to $21.22 per hour. Hourly rate of pay per hour is dependent on qualifications and directly related experience.

The City offers a highly competitive compensation package including health, dental, life, short-term disability; state defined benefit pension plan, city matching defined contribution retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, access to a free on-site health clinic and much more.

Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of pre-employment background check, DOT drug screen, and physical, agility, and hearing test.

To apply complete an online application. Must attach your resume reflecting your work history. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Lenexa strives to treat all employees fairly, with consistency and respect, while providing a positive, challenging and rewarding work environment. We value and encourage diversity in our workplace.