Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled to skilled vehicle and equipment operation in the installation, maintenance and repair tasks associated with City stormwater system infrastructure.  Employee functions in a lead capacity and area of assignment may include, but is not limited to, swale, pipe, and ditch stormwater system installation and maintenance.  Employee is distinguished from that of the journey level position by knowledge and proficiency gained through training and experience.  Performs related work as directed.  Employee functions at senior level to perform complex work with independence, and more difficult work under guidance and supervision of the Stormwater Maintenance Supervisor responsible for the specific functional area.

This position will primarily be responsible for the supervision of prison inmate work crews engaged in the mowing and ongoing maintenance of Stormwater ditches. Preferred candidates will possess past experience as correctional officers and / or currently be certified by the Florida Department of Corrections to supervise prison inmate work crews. This is a working position in the field that will require the chosen candidate to operate light and heavy equipment in harsh field environments. Candidates must be comfortable supervising, transporting, and assuming direct responsibility for prison inmate crews in the absence of certified correctional officers. 

Requires a High School Diploma or GED; supplemented by five years light and heavy equipment operating experience and the ability to perform labor intensive work within difficult environmental conditions to include frequent lifting, pulling and pushing of 50 lbs.; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess a valid State of Florida Class "A" Commercial Driver's License.  The City provides Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-term/Short-term Disability Insurance, Retirements benefits, Sick leave, Annual leave and fourteen paid holidays.