Town of Lake Park
Position: Stormwater Technician I
Department: Public Works
Salary Range: $19.47 – $31.16 per hour
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
The Town of Lake Park is seeking a Stormwater Technician I to join our Public Works Department - Stormwater Division. Under the supervision of the Stormwater Infrastructure Foreman, the Stormwater Technician I performs semi-skilled work on installing, operating, and maintaining the Town's stormwater systems. This position assists in ensuring proper drainage and regulatory compliance while following safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Repair and maintain the Town's stormwater conveyance system, including catch basins, swales, and other Stormwater-related components.
- Assist in debris removal from water bodies and drainage basins.
- Restore road surfaces by ensuring proper base compaction and asphalt application.
- Operate trucks and construction equipment for maintenance projects
- Routine equipment inspections for safe operation.
- Determine materials required for job completion and coordinate delivery.
- Install street barricades and traffic control measures following MOT standards.
- Maintain accurate records and reports using computerized tracking systems.
- Operate and maintain hand and power tools safely.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Respond to emergency call-ins, including hurricanes and other critical events.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience in Stormwater maintenance or Public Works.
- Valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brakes endorsement.
- No loss of driving privileges due to revocation, suspension, or denial of license within the past 24 months.
- Strong understanding of occupational safety rules and practices.
- Ability to operate and maintain various stormwater-related equipment and tools.
- Competence in reading and interpreting simple plans and sketches.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods.
- Heavy work requiring exertion of up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly.
- Physical abilities required include climbing, crouching, grasping, handling, hearing, lifting, pulling, pushing, standing, stooping, talking, and walking.
- Work performed in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in potential exposure to adverse conditions, including weather extremes and hazardous materials.
- Compliance with all Town safety regulations is required.
- Exposure to adverse weather conditions, heavy equipment, noise, and hazardous materials.
The Town of Lake Park offers an excellent benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave, and retirement benefits.
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted by first review of applications which will be 5:00 p.m. on March 13, 2025 to the Human Resources Department at:
Lake Park Town Hall
535 Park Avenue
Lake Park, Florida 33403
Applications can be downloaded from the Town’s website at www.lakeparkflorida.gov.
Important: Applications will not be accepted via fax or email. All applicants are subject to a criminal background check.
For more information, contact (561) 881-3300.
The Town of Lake Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A copy of the Town’s EEOP Utilization Report is available upon request.
The Town provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender/sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, military status, genetic information or any other legally protected status. This philosophy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
