Senior Stormwater Technician Salary $46,624.00 Annually Location Savannah, GA Job Type Full Time Regular Job Number 202300569 Department PUBLIC WORKS Opening Date 10/29/2025 Closing Date 12/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Description Benefits Questions Discover the best of suburban and urban living in Chatham County, Coastal Georgia. This welcoming community offers an excellent balance for living, working, and enjoying life. As the fifth-oldest county in Georgia and the largest outside of Atlanta, Chatham County has a lot to offer. Youll love our beautiful riverfront, which includes the city of Savannah and a three-mile beach on Tybee Island. Chatham County Government is supported by over 2,100 diverse team members across 40 departments, all dedicated to serving the county. We draw talent nationwide by providing outstanding benefits, competitive salaries, and growth opportunities. Join Team Chatham today! Description We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Senior Stormwater Technician to join our Public Works Department. This is a crucial role responsible for maintaining and improving Chatham Countys stormwater systems. The ideal candidate will be a supervisor and expert in operating specialized equipment like CCTV and Jet-Vac trucks and will have a strong background in heavy equipment operation and roadside maintenance. Examples of Duties Acts as the supervising operator of the CCTV equipment and primary driver/operator of JetVac equipment.Performs inspections of stormwater systems, including storm drainage structures, piping, ditches, ponds, and tide gates.Drives trucks to transport crews, material, and equipment.Inspects pipes, catch basins, ditches, swales, tide gates, and outfalls to determine the capability of appropriate stormwater conveyance.Initiates work orders for items inspected that require further maintenance and repair to include preliminary problem identification, recommendations for solution, and mitigating maintenance of problems found when applicable.Performs ground maintenance within rights of way, including removal of leaves, weeds, and/or other vegetative overgrowth and debris from storm drains, drainage, ditches, and catch basins.Removes litter and debris from roadway curbs, shoulders, inlets, medians, and sidewalks.Clears and collects weeds, underbrush, litter, and accumulated debris from work sites.Assists in responding to citizen complaints received regarding stormwater issues on private property, within rights of way or publicly owned areas by way of site visits and inspections.Utilizes CPS equipment to perform inspections and maintenance on stormwater systems.Sets up and takes down traffic control, including cones, barricades, signage, and other warning devices to ensure the safety of work crews and the public.Cleans up the work site upon completion of the job or secures the work site if returning.Performs routine maintenance and security for all assigned vehicles, equipment, and tools.Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED, and At least two (2) years of experience in heavy equipment operation and roadside maintenance, and At least one (1) year of experience operating CCTV and Jet-Vac trucks; and At least one (1) year of experience supervising the work of others; orAny equivalent combination of training and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License at the time of application. Must possess or be able to obtain a Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within six (6) months of employment.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) inspection. During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team. In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Drivers License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing. Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications. Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. CHATHAM COUNTY BENEFITS PLANSEligibility for benefits begins on your date of hire.Full-time employees working a regular schedule of 30 or more hours per week are eligible for County benefits. Part-time, seasonal, and temporary employees are not eligible to participate in the County benefit plan. However, regular part-time employees accrue prorated vacation and sick leave based on their schedule. HEALTH - Employees have a choice between a high or low option point-of-service health plan for themselves, their spouse, and eligible dependent children.VISION - The vision plan offers a comprehensive eye exam and options for frames, lenses, and contact lenses.DENTAL - Employees may choose either the high or low dental plan option with two cleanings per year and periodic x-rays at no cost. EMPLOYEE HEALTH CENTER - Employees and their spouses on the County's health plan have access to the Employee Health Center for physical and behavioral health services, health coaching, and lab services at no cost. RETIREMENT - Chatham County provides a Defined Benefit Pension Plan with a five-year vesting period. LIFE & DISABILITY - Long Term Disability and basic Life Insurance coverage are provided at no cost to employees. Employees may also purchase additional life coverage for themselves and their dependent family members.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Chatham County offers Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts through payroll deduction. The Medical FSA has a rollover feature equal to the annual Federal maximum.WELLNESS PROGRAM - Chatham County provides a variety of wellness opportunities for employees, including a Diabetes/Pre-Diabetes Management Program, Mobile Mammograms, Health Screenings, Flu Shots, Dietician Services, weight loss programs, reimbursements for gym memberships and participation in local races, education sessions, and more.VOLUNTARY BENEFITS - Employees may choose voluntary benefits such as Accident, Cancer, Short-Term Disability, and Whole Life Insurance products.HOLIDAYS AND TIME OFF - Chatham County observes 12 paid holidays per year. Employees accrue 12 vacation days per year, with the accrual rate increasing with years of service, and 15 sick days per year.ADDITIONAL BENEFITS - Annual merit increases, Cost of Living Adjustments, Longevity pay, Access to on-demand training, Career advancement opportunities, and Service awards. 01 The information provided in your application must support your selected answers to the following supplemental questions. Information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. Yes, I agree. No, I do not agree. 02 Do you have a High School Diploma or GED? YES NO 03 Do you have at least two (2) years of experience in heavy equipment operation and roadside maintenance documented on your application? YES NO 04 Do you have at least one (1) year of experience operating CCTV and Jet-Vac trucks documented on your application? YES NO 05 Do you have at least one (1) year of experience supervising the work of others documented on your application? YES NO 06 Do you possess a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License? Be sure to enter it in the licenses section of your application. YES NO 07 Do you understand that you must possess or be able to obtain a Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within six (6) months of employment? YES NO 08 Describe any experience you have with Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) inspections. Required Question Employer Chatham County Government Address 123 Abercorn St Savannah, Georgia, 31401 Phone 912-652-7964 Website https://chathamcountyga.gov