Stormwater Conveyance Technician I

Compensation Philosophy:
The Macon Water Authority (MWA) compensation philosophy states that the starting salary for each pay grade will be competitive and fair based on the minimum requirements of each position. For candidates with a combination of knowledge, skills, and experience above the minimum requirements, MWA has the ability to offer a starting salary between the minimum and mid-point, with a possibility of a salary closer to the mid-point.

Job Summary:
Perform unskilled to skilled workers to maintain and repair stormwater pipes and structures and related equipment for the Authority’s stormwater utility.

Responsibilities:
Inspects, installs, and repairs stormwater pipes, catch basins, ditches, and other systems used in the collection, storage, and transmittal of stormwater runoff
Inspects stormwater pipes and structures for defects and clogging problems and records finding.
Inspects, cleans, and mows Macon Levee/Public Detention Ponds
Locates stormwater structures; maintains cleanliness of stormwater pipes, catch basins, and ditches.
Drives automotive equipment to job location; places barricades and signals at the worksite.
Picks up and delivers various materials, equipment and supplies; maintains supply inventories on trucks and shops; assists in loading and unloading items hauled.
On-call for emergencies.

Qualifications:
High school graduate or equivalent.
Some knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in the maintenance and repair of stormwater pipes and structures
Valid Georgia Driver’s License with a clean driving record

Physical Requirements:
Frequent walking, standing, stooping
Occasionally sitting, crawling, crouching, climbing, and balancing.
Ability to carry 50 pounds or more.