Stormwater & Civil Projects Team Lead

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
04/23/25
Division:
Open Space Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

The Stormwater & Civil Projects Team Lead’s primary focus of this position will be program support towards civil construction aspects relating to stormwater, drainages, service roads and paved surfaces. A CDL Class A license is preferred as well as a foreman level of equipment operation skillset with knowledge and experience in the operation of a motor grader, tracked excavator, and similar earthwork and grading pieces of equipment.

Stormwater certification will be required within one year and the position will assist with the planning and inspection of assets to support the program and schedule.

SCHEDULE:

This position is a 4-day work week (Monday-Thursday) and requires on-site attendance to perform job duties. There is also the need for work to be performed on occasional evenings and/or weekends due to hazardous weather conditions and snow removal needs.

COMPENSATION:

Hiring Range: $36.00 - $39.00 USD Hourly

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.

BENEFITS:

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The Stormwater & Civil Projects Team Lead is responsible for:

• Providing field oversight and supervision for Jefferson County Open Space (JCOS) construction and maintenance projects.
• Inspecting park facilities and building environment for public safety and maintenance issues. Developing facilities inventory and maintenance repair lists. Reading and correctly interpreting blueprints. Estimating and procuring materials.
• Interacting with building department officials and JCOS planning staff. Coordinating projects with various county departments, contractors, inspectors, architects, planners and engineers to ensure projects adhere to design criteria, schedules, safety and quality standards and current building codes.
• Instructing and directing employees in proper construction and maintenance techniques.
• Supervising and leading the remodel, repair and maintenance of facilities and structures. Removing old, vandalized, worn out and non-functioning materials, devices and equipment. Remodeling, repairing and replacing materials using skills and tasks as described in new construction. Completing minor interior and exterior repair, trim, painting, plumbing and electrical. Completing exterior repair, painting, trim, vents, and shingles. Preparing buildings for seasonal changes such as winterizing. Inspecting existing buildings for safety and maintenance issues. Adhering to all current building codes and safe practices.
• Supervising and leading the repair and replacement of paved surfaces and any related infrastructure. Performing scheduled maintenance.
• Supervising and leading the team in new construction of infrastructure and perform construction management when utilizing contractors.
• Overseeing site excavation and landscaping using heavy equipment such as a backhoe, dump truck, skid steer, dozer and loaders.
• Building foundations: shoot elevations, compact soil, build forms, and finish concrete, strip forms, backfill using heavy equipment and hand tools.
• Framing structures: carpentry to build walls, partitions, ceilings and roofs.
• Plumbing skills: trench, layout and all rough and finish plumbing.
• Masonry: lay stone/brick or block, tuck pointing, finish masonry.
• Flat work: Form sidewalks, trails and steps, pour concrete, finish concrete, strip forms and backfill to finish grade.
• Supervise and lead the construction, remodel, and repair of water resource facilities such as irrigation ditch lines, drainages, and ponds.
• Utilizing equipment, plans, and best practices, collaborates with the Natural Resources Team to repair or restore damaged hill slopes and drainages for mitigation and resource benefit.
• Assist with snow removal activities or heavy snow cleanup as needed with equipment operation.
• Maintain a routine annual inspection and report of all stormwater and pavement infrastructure within JCOS and collaborate with field teams towards recommended daily, routine, or complex maintenance activities.
• Administering and making recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting subordinates, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, assigning, scheduling, granting leave, appraisals, and taking corrective action.
• Conducting performance evaluations and communicating short- and long-term goals and objectives.
• Submitting personnel records and reports as required by the County.
• Assisting and advising subordinates as necessary, resolving problems as non-routine situations arise, and ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures and standards. Communicating changes in policy and procedures to direct reports and implements them as directed.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities that lead to success in this role include:

• Trade experience, including, but not limited to carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, roofing, flat work, excavation and grade work.
• Interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to delegate tasks.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three years of work-related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
• Please note that an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities :

• Three years of journeyman/trade experience.
• Relevant Specialized Training.
• CPR/ First Aid Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Pre-employment physical is required.
• Pulmonary Function and Respirator Fit Test at hire.
• Class A CDL is preferred at hire.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION:

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
• All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile.
• Stormwater certification will be required within one year and the position will assist with the planning and inspection of assets to support the program and schedule.
• May be required to obtain a Flagger, Traffic Control Supervisor, and Erosion Control certifications

APPLICATION:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on

the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities .

A resume and cover letter submitted with your application are encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal .

For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs

Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us

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