Job Description
About the Position
Hillsborough, NC. Population: 9,600.
The Stormwater Technician will join the Stormwater and Environmental Services Division in their work to reduce stormwater runoff impacts to local water bodies by maintaining compliance with the town’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit, regulating the developed community, and educating the public about ways to reduce stormwater runoff pollution. Through outfall reconnaissance, investigations, and inspections, this position works to identify maintenance issues, drainage concerns, and potential sources of pollution in the town's stormwater system. Candidates for this position should have experience in environmental science or engineering or a related field and be ready to work both inside and outside - in sometimes extreme or hazardous conditions.
To learn more and to apply go to Town of Hillsborough
Hillsborough is a small town with a big history. The downtown historic district, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, features more than 100 homes, churches and buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Today, Hillsborough is a haven for artists and writers. The downtown comes alive with arts and entertainment the last Friday evening of each month during warm weather.
Other attractions include Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area and Riverwalk, a greenway along the Eno River that is part of the N.C. Mountains-to-Sea Trail. For more information, see the Recreation Facilities page
Hillsborough is centrally located in North Carolina, with fast access to Triad and Triangle cities. Interstate 85 runs through the town, and Interstate 40 is just outside town limits.