<p>Follow your calling, Find your career</p> <p>Please apply by: 3/19/26</p> <p>Salary Range: $20 - $28/hourly</p> <p>This is a non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant's salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.</p> <p>At Mecklenburg County, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We're counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.</p> <p>Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA's responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.</p> <p>Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.</p> <p>More About the Role:</p> <p>Mecklenburg County Storm Water Operations conducts a wide variety of maintenance, construction, landscaping, and repair activities throughout the County with a focus on storm water conveyance systems and floodplains.</p> <p>What Will I be Doing:</p> <p>The Storm Water Technician Series engages in maintenance, construction, landscaping, and repair activities requiring the use of hand tools, powered tools, and medium to heavy equipment (tractors, skid steers, excavators, dump trucks); chemical and physical vegetation management; structural demolition projects; removal of debris blocking stream channels, stream stabilization projects; routine equipment maintenance and repair; tree assessment and removal; and a variety of similar activities.</p> <p>Who Will I be Working With:</p> <p>This position works alongside a diverse team of Storm Water Technicians and Supervisors with varying skill levels, years of experience, and certifications which may include CDLs and pesticide application licenses.</p> <p>Position Summary</p> <p>Performs general to specialized maintenance, construction, and landscaping activities to improve the</p> <p>effectiveness of storm water drainage systems and floodplain buyout properties at numerous locations</p> <p>throughout Mecklenburg County. This position, under direct supervision, is primarily responsible for</p> <p>performing manual labor, semi-skilled work, and skilled technical work within the environmental division.</p> <p>Position will operate various landscaping and construction equipment such as chainsaws, weedeaters,</p> <p>skid-steer loaders, tractors, ATVs, backhoes, dozers, excavators and may operate CDL required heavy</p> <p>trucks depending on area of assignment.</p> <p>Essential Functions</p> <p>Operate medium to large heavy equipment associated with the demolition of structures, stream</p> <p>channel work and landscaping;</p> <p>Perform routine maintenance and related care of equipment used in daily activities;</p> <p>Prepare daily inspection reports, pre-trip inspections, logs, and operating records for equipment</p> <p>and infrastructure;</p> <p>Assist with cleaning and maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and tools;</p> <p>Perform general landscaping and property maintenance including debris removal, invasive plant</p> <p>treatment, and hazardous tree removal;</p> <p>Assist in the removal of blockages and debris within stream channels while wearing waders;</p> <p>Engage in safe working practices and complies with safety programs and guidelines</p> <p>May provide direction to temporary labor engaged in various storm water activities;</p> <p>Monitor the safety of co-workers;</p> <p>Operate storm water vehicles that require a Class A CDL</p> <p>Perform work assignments as required in all weather</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>Experience:</p> <p>Minimum of four years of directly related experience</p> <p>Education:</p> <p>High School Diploma or equivalent</p> <p>Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes</p> <p>Licenses and Certifications</p> <p>Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina drivers license;</p> <p>Requires a County driving permit;</p> <p>Depending on the area of assignment, may require a Class A CDL with one or more of the</p> <p>following endorsements, H(Hazardous Materials), N(Tank Vehicle), P (Passenger Transport), S</p> <p>(School Bus/Passenger Transport), T (Double/Triples), or X (Tanker and hazardous Materials).</p> <p>Depending upon area of assignment, may require a NC Pesticide Applicator License</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <p>Working knowledge of trade methods and practices associated with storm water conveyances,</p> <p>natural streams, landscaping, construction and demolition;</p> <p>Working knowledge of safety regulations and practices;</p> <p>Depending on area of assignment, a Class A CDL and NC Pesticide Applicators license;</p> <p>Ability to safely and effectively operate medium to heavy equipment including tractors, skidsteers, tandem axle dump trucks, excavators and dozers.</p> <p>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</p> <p>Knowledge of</p> <p>Medium to heavy duty equipment used in maintenance, transportation, and construction</p> <p>Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of this</p> <p>equipment</p> <p>Intermediate mechanical knowledge to perform preventative maintenance on equipment</p> <p>Lock out tag out procedures</p> <p>Safe work practices and hazards associated with work in an unpredictable environment</p> <p>Use of tools, equipment, supplies, and methods used in the maintenance, construction, and</p> <p>landscaping activities</p> <p>Skills</p> <p>Basic computer knowledge. MSWord, Excel, Outlook, Smart Phones, etc.</p> <p>Ability to fill out daily forms in a paper format or electronic format for equipment use and other</p> <p>required forms</p> <p>Operating, preventative maintenance, and minor repairs on heavy trucks, heavy equipment, and</p> <p>other equipment used in the construction and landscaping industries</p> <p>Performing manual labor in adverse weather conditions</p> <p>Clear and concise communication</p> <p>Abilities</p> <p>Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities</p> <p>or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements</p> <p>or cultures</p> <p>Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals</p> <p>or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the</p> <p>information</p> <p>Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team</p> <p>toward the completion of goals</p> <p>Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor,</p> <p>effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time</p> <p>Managing Work: Effectively managing one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed</p> <p>efficiently</p> <p>Safety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding</p> <p>safety standards</p> <p>Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical</p> <p>and professional skill or knowledge i</p> <p>Computer Skills</p> <p>Basic understanding of applicable computer programs, email, smart phones and tablets.</p> <p>Work Environment</p> <p>Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions</p> <p>Selection</p> <p>This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of</p> <p>ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow</p> <p>County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations.</p> <p>No</p> <p>Reasonable Accommodations Statement</p> <p>To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable</p> <p>accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to</p> <p>help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <p>Disclaimer Statement</p> <p>This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or</p> <p>working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor's request.</p> <p>Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions</p> <p>may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.</p>