This position performs technical engineering and/or environmental work related to compliance with the City Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit, as well as work in the design, development and implementation of City storm drainage projects; and performs related work as required. The incumbent works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision
The work is considered moderate-to-difficult in nature and involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis, or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions: fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking. Investigating City streams in steep, thickly vegetated terrain in hot and humid conditions is also involved. There is a potential for exposure to biting or stinging insects, as well as other wildlife.
Work environment may involve exposure to bright / dim light, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, dusts and pollen, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, toxic / caustic chemicals; and is dynamic that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.