South Metro Stormwater Authority

[Drilldov2.0]

So I got an a request to fill out an application for a "Drainage Tech" From SWSA. Anyone know what that job entails? I have no clue. hah Been working in the oilfield for the last 21 years. Pay is okay, but I can't find any decent description of what the actual job entails.

[hurley842002]

A quick Google search shows the following:

Drainage Technician
Centennial, Colorado
Employment Opportunity
Want to thrive in an organization that fosters a respectful and energetic work environment? SEMSWA has a positive, productive, and rewarding workplace culture that supports employee growth and development. It is a dynamic organization responsible for specialized engineering, water quality compliance, capital construction and maintenance in providing stormwater and floodplain management for residents and businesses in the City of Centennial and unincorporated Arapahoe County.
SEMSWA has an immediate opening for a full-time, non-exempt Drainage Technician position. This position performs manual labor, operates a variety of construction and maintenance equipment, and assists in inspection, maintenance, and construction of the stormwater system. A Class “A” Colorado driver’s license is preferred for this position. This position may require availability as an On-Call Employee to work outside of SEMSWA’s normal office hours on a rotating schedule.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
• Operates and maintains light equipment including, but not limited to skid steer loader, backhoe, and compactor.
• Operates and maintains power tools including but not limited to mower, trimmer, chainsaw, and a variety of hand tools.  Operates and maintains all equipment used in trench work for both excavating and back filling and equipment used for cleaning and clearing storm sewer lines.
• Drives and assists with the operation of the vacuum truck for potholing, maintenance, and cleaning.
Key Competencies:
 Knowledge of, or ability to learn Arapahoe County, City of Centennial, and water district maps, and County/Centennial roadway network.  Knowledge of storm water collection systems and tools, equipment, materials used to maintain and repair system.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to read, interpret, and apply general procedures to specific work applications.
• Ability to effectively serve customers requesting assistance on stormwater related issues, and to use tact and diplomacy in dealing with occasionally hostile customers.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
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2021.03.17
Qualifications Necessary:
• Possession of a commercial, Class ‘A’ Colorado driver’s license is preferred.
• A satisfactory driving record is required.
• General experience in construction, drainage system maintenance, or erosion control is desirable.
Salary and Benefits:
• $21.81/hour to $29.51/hour
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance – full employee coverage and partial dependent coverage
• Employer HSA contribution
• Group Life Insurance – fully paid by SEMSWA
• Short and Long-Term Disability Protection – fully paid by SEMSWA
• Flexible Benefit Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 11 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Day
• Matching Funds Retirement Programs
This is an immediate opening and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Our Employment Application can be found at:
https://www.semswa.org/employment-opportunities.aspx
Please forward your resume and/or Employment Application to Carolyn Frainier at cfrainier@semswa.org or FAX to 303-267-9551.

Fortunately the job description doesn't show "internet research" as a required skill, so you should be good to go!

[Drilldov2.0]

Ahh Hurley, Why would I need to research when I got you to do it for me? Leadership! And thanks.

[BPTactical]

Ditch Digger Specialist 1st Class*










*probably not a bad gig, after 24 years of State employment I can say if your going to punch a clock, State or municipality ain’t a bad way to go. Certainly safer and steadier than oil patch I would think.
Heavy rains would likely get you a call out to clear drains, grates and ditches.

[Drilldov2.0]

Yeah BP. A steady paycheck would be nice right now. I am third-generation oilfield and it is often boom or bust. Depending on who is leading the Country. Pay is less than half what I was making. But decent benefits and won't be on the road living out of hotels or man camps.

[funkymonkey1111]

Ahh Hurley, Why would I need to research when I got you to do it for me? Leadership! And thanks.

probably don't apply for anything that requires basic, fundamental research skills

[Drilldov2.0]

probably don't apply for anything that requires basic, fundamental research skills

Why because I got someone else to do it? bwahaha

[Irving]

I don't know, I read the description and still couldn't tell you what the guy that has that job actually does.

[Drilldov2.0]

Yeah Irving. I was kind of hoping for someone with real experience. That is why I asked on a local forum, close to the job. Doesn't really matter what it entails. A job is a job at this point. I am just trying to avoid an office gig. I don't care for the petty politics and cubicles. Most likely will go back to the patch when I can.

[BladesNBarrels]

Think it was Channel 9 News reporting on the shortage of fuel at the gas station pumps due to a shortage of delivery drivers.
Their report said that drivers were earning up to 6 figures a year.
Dang, I still have a Class A with Tanker Endorsement CDL.
Ya think they'll let me drive a few hours a day in my 70's now that I like a nap in the afternoon?