Stormwater Maintenance Technician

Career Guide

A Stormwater Maintenance Technician inspects, cleans, repairs, and maintains stormwater systems that move and treat rainwater runoff. The role helps prevent flooding, protect water quality, and keep public infrastructure working safely.

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Key Responsibilities

Inspect storm drains, catch basins, culverts, and channels for blockages and damage
Remove debris, sediment, and litter from stormwater inlets and conveyance paths
Operate maintenance equipment such as vacuum trucks, jetters, and small excavators
Perform minor repairs to grates, pipes, and concrete structures
Respond to flooding complaints and urgent drainage issues
Install and maintain erosion control measures at work sites
Document work completed, locations serviced, and materials removed
Follow safety procedures for traffic control, confined spaces, and hazardous materials
Coordinate with supervisors, inspectors, and other field crews
Support seasonal work such as leaf collection and post storm cleanup

Top Skills for Success

Safety Awareness

Attention to Detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Customer Service

Equipment Operation

Preventive Maintenance

Work Order Documentation

Storm Drain Inspection

Sediment Removal

Traffic Control

Confined Space Safety

Erosion Control

Environmental Compliance

Basic Concrete Repair

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Stormwater Crew Lead

Stormwater Inspector

Maintenance Supervisor

Public Works Foreman

Equipment Operator

Transition Opportunities

Water Quality Technician

Wastewater Collection Technician

Civil Construction Technician

Environmental Field Technician

Municipal Operations Coordinator

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Vacuum Truck OperationHigh Pressure JettingConfined Space EntryTraffic Control SetupGIS Map ReadingPreventive Maintenance PlanningIncident Reporting

Development SuggestionsBuild hands on time with common stormwater equipment, complete safety training, and practice consistent field documentation. Ask to shadow inspections and learn map based routing to improve efficiency.

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Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry Level$38,000 to $50,000

Mid Level$50,000 to $65,000

Senior Level$65,000 to $80,000

Growth Trend

Steady demand driven by aging infrastructure, heavier rainfall events, and stronger water quality requirements. Hiring is strongest with local governments and civil infrastructure contractors.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

City and County Public Works DepartmentsStormwater UtilitiesCivil Infrastructure ContractorsEnvironmental Services ContractorsTransportation Agencies

Industry Sectors

Local GovernmentPublic WorksConstructionEnvironmental ServicesTransportation Infrastructure

Recommended Next Steps

Earn OSHA safety training relevant to field work

Complete confined space training if your employer uses it

Get traffic control certification if available in your area

Request training on vacuum truck operation and jetter use

Learn basic map reading and simple GIS app use for locating assets

Create a one page log of projects showing miles cleaned, structures serviced, and debris removed

Discuss a pathway to crew lead responsibilities with your supervisor