Job Listing ID: 4333405 Job Title: Engineering Technician III
Application Deadline: 08/24/2025Job Location: Salem
Date Posted: 08/20/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40
Shift: Day Shift
Duration of Job: Full Time, more than 6 months
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Job Summary: Make an impact: The Stormwater Inspections Technician III/Lead is a vital member of the Stormwater Quality Section of Public Works. As a member of this group, the successful candidate will act as the lead of the inspections team performing inspections of mechanical and green stormwater infrastructure, for both public and private facilities, to help the City maintain compliance with its MS4 NPDES stormwater permit and Stormwater Management Program. The ultimate goal of the Stormwater Facility Inspections Team and Program is to reduce urban stormwater runoff pollution and provide clean water flowing through streams in Salem.
Learn and grow: Stormwater management is a growing field, and this position will provide the successful candidate many opportunities to develop and use a variety of skills. With competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and a great team environment, the City of Salem is a great place to work.
What you will do: The Stormwater Inspections Technician III/Lead is responsible for leading the inspections team in performing inspections of private and public stormwater treatment facilities using a mobile app to support the City's stormwater permit. As part of the Stormwater Inspections Team, you will help problem solve issues found during field inspections of both vegetated green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) and mechanical infrastructure. The Stormwater Inspections Technician III/ Lead is also responsible for most communications with private stormwater facility and detention basin owners. On occasion, this position supports other workgroups including Stormwater Operations and Maintenance, Environmental Outreach, Natural Areas, Stream Crew, and Environmental Monitoring.
This is a physically demanding job that includes working in the field year-round and lifting and moving heavy objects.
The ideal candidate will be able to apply their knowledge of and skills with moderately complex, technical, sub- professional engineering for working with public and private stormwater infrastructure; be a team player, but also be able to work independently; be customer service oriented and able to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences; be comfortable working with ArcGIS and Cityworks, have an understanding of stormwater permits and the relation to the inspections work conducted, and have a knack from problem solving.
Job Classification: Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
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Driver License Information
Required: Non-Commercial Drivers License
Compensation
Salary: $35.19 to $42.81 per Hour
Additional Benefit Information: What can we offer you for all your hard work: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies. Competitive pay. Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%. Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account. Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts. Voluntary long-term care. Employee wellness program. Employee assistance program. Employee health clinic. Position schedule is Monday ' Friday, 7:30 am ' 4:00 pm. Hybrid potential: Our team follows a hybrid schedule working in-office (at the PW Operations Building) 3 days a week and remotely for the rest with manager approval after an initial introductory period. This is subject to change based on business needs. The City of Salem offers a comprehensive and equitable base salary within the listed range based on your experience, skills, and education. We encourage you to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Learn more about Equal Pay.
Job Requirements
Experience Required: At least 10 years
Education Required: BachelorsMinimum Age: N/A
Gender: N/A
Employer Will Perform: Background Check , DMV records check
Application Deadline: 08/24/2025Job Location: Salem
Date Posted: 08/20/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40
Shift: Day Shift
Duration of Job: Full Time, more than 6 months
You may contact this employer directly.
(Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)
Job Summary: Make an impact: The Stormwater Inspections Technician III/Lead is a vital member of the Stormwater Quality Section of Public Works. As a member of this group, the successful candidate will act as the lead of the inspections team performing inspections of mechanical and green stormwater infrastructure, for both public and private facilities, to help the City maintain compliance with its MS4 NPDES stormwater permit and Stormwater Management Program. The ultimate goal of the Stormwater Facility Inspections Team and Program is to reduce urban stormwater runoff pollution and provide clean water flowing through streams in Salem.
Learn and grow: Stormwater management is a growing field, and this position will provide the successful candidate many opportunities to develop and use a variety of skills. With competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and a great team environment, the City of Salem is a great place to work.
What you will do: The Stormwater Inspections Technician III/Lead is responsible for leading the inspections team in performing inspections of private and public stormwater treatment facilities using a mobile app to support the City's stormwater permit. As part of the Stormwater Inspections Team, you will help problem solve issues found during field inspections of both vegetated green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) and mechanical infrastructure. The Stormwater Inspections Technician III/ Lead is also responsible for most communications with private stormwater facility and detention basin owners. On occasion, this position supports other workgroups including Stormwater Operations and Maintenance, Environmental Outreach, Natural Areas, Stream Crew, and Environmental Monitoring.
This is a physically demanding job that includes working in the field year-round and lifting and moving heavy objects.
The ideal candidate will be able to apply their knowledge of and skills with moderately complex, technical, sub- professional engineering for working with public and private stormwater infrastructure; be a team player, but also be able to work independently; be customer service oriented and able to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences; be comfortable working with ArcGIS and Cityworks, have an understanding of stormwater permits and the relation to the inspections work conducted, and have a knack from problem solving.
Job Classification: Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages,
employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more.
Driver License Information
Required: Non-Commercial Drivers License
Compensation
Salary: $35.19 to $42.81 per Hour
Additional Benefit Information: What can we offer you for all your hard work: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies. Competitive pay. Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%. Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account. Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts. Voluntary long-term care. Employee wellness program. Employee assistance program. Employee health clinic. Position schedule is Monday ' Friday, 7:30 am ' 4:00 pm. Hybrid potential: Our team follows a hybrid schedule working in-office (at the PW Operations Building) 3 days a week and remotely for the rest with manager approval after an initial introductory period. This is subject to change based on business needs. The City of Salem offers a comprehensive and equitable base salary within the listed range based on your experience, skills, and education. We encourage you to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Learn more about Equal Pay.
Job Requirements
Experience Required: At least 10 years
Education Required: BachelorsMinimum Age: N/A
Gender: N/A
Employer Will Perform: Background Check , DMV records check
Job ID: 490236889
Originally Posted on: 8/21/2025
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