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Please apply by: 8/6/26
Salary Range: $69,000 - $92,000
This is an exempt (salaried) 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.
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.
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.
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.
More About the Role:
Mecklenburg County Storm Water Services acquires flood prone properties throughout Mecklenburg County to mitigate flood risks to property and life. In addition, Storm Water Services performs stream and riparian capital improvement projects utilizing natural channel design, to restore the function of streams and floodplains.This position will lead a team that performs routine inspection and maintenance activities on County floodplain property, capital improvement projects, storm water control measures, and other routine functions associated with storm water conveyance systems.
What Will I be Doing:
This position will lead a team of Storm Water Operators in performing such activities including physical and chemical vegetation management; capital project inspection, maintenance, and repair; medium to heavy equipment operation; maintaining storm water conveyance systems; tree assessment, removal, and replacement when necessary; coordinating resources and facilitating staff growth and development. This position will also be responsible for administrative duties related to managing staff including approving time sheets, managing workplans, etc.
Who Will I be Working With:
This position works with a wide range of engineers, project managers, biologists, environmental professionals, regulatory agencies, non-profit organizations, contractors, and the general public to facilitate program goals and objectives.
Position Summary
Performs supervisory, technical and skilled work directing the work of a unit engaged in construction,
maintenance & repair of the public stormwater management system including inspection of facilities. This
position is responsible for scheduling, assigning, and inspecting the work of storm water operators within
the environmental division.
Essential Functions
Determine, schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on work priority,
quantity of equipment, and skill of personnel
Inspect and monitor work areas, examines tools and equipment, and provides employee safety
training to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules
Investigate accidents or injuries and prepare reports of findings.
Monitor employees'' work levels and review work performance.
Requisition materials and supplies, such as tools, equipment, or replacement parts
Inspect, test, and measure completed work, using devices such as hand tools or gauges to verify
conformance to standards or repair requirements
Conduct or arrange for worker training in safety, repair, or maintenance techniques, operational
procedures, or equipment use
Develop, implement, or evaluate maintenance policies and procedures
Monitor tool and part inventories and the condition and maintenance of shops to ensure adequate
working conditions
Perform skilled operation, repairs, or perform maintenance of light equipment such as hand or
power tools, hydraulic presses or shears, or welding equipment
Participate in budget preparation and administration, coordinating purchasing and documentation
and monitoring departmental expenditures
Interpret specifications, blueprints, or job orders to construct templates and lay out reference
points for workers
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum of five years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment related to the areas of
assignment including some construction experience.
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: No
Licenses and Certifications
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Commercial Driver''s License (CDL)
Requires County Driving Privileges
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of
Light equipment used in maintenance, grounds keeping, and construction
Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of this
equipment
Safe work practices and hazards associated with work
Use of the tools, equipment, supplies, and methods used in storm water activities
Advanced knowledge of procedures and practices to analyze and resolve unusual or difficult
problems
Skills
Read and understand basic workplace data, such as simple forms, tables, maps, graphs,
schedules, etc
Conduct research of existing, internal policies and procedures
Communicate effectively in spoken and written form
Analyze situations to pinpoint problems and assist with solving problems or identifying sources of
obstacles
Abilities
Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that instills confidence in one's intentions and
those of the organization
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals
or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the
information provided
Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business
decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers' and
own organization's needs
Developing Others: Planning and supporting the development of individuals' skill and abilities so
that they can fulfill current or future job/role responsibilities more effectively
Planning and Organizing: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is
completed efficiently
Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical
and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current
developments and trends in area of expertise
Computer Skills
Proficient in applicable computer programs
Work Environment
Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions
Selection
This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of
ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow
County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations.
No
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable
accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or
working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor's request.
Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions
may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.