Utility Worker l
City of Forest Grove - Forest Grove, OR
Job Title: Utility Worker I - Public Works
Closing Date/Time: Tue. 12/22/20 11:59 PM Pacific Time
Salary: $3,692.00 - $4,490.00 Monthly
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Location: Public Works Department, 2551-A 23rd Avenue, Forest Grove, Oregon
Department: Public Works
To perform routine duties in the maintenance, construction and repair of City streets, water and sewer collection systems, and other related infrastructures; to operate maintenance and repair tools and equipment; and to perform a variety of maintenance tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Experience:
One year of related maintenance and repair experience.
License or Certificate:
Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Must obtain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL A) with a tanker endorsement within six months of hire.
Employees are required to live within a 10 mile radius of the Public Works Department to ensure their ability to respond to Public Works emergencies.
TO APPLY: Please visit the City's employment website for full job announcement and to apply.
https://www.forestgrove-or.gov/hr/page/employment-opportunities
Closing Date/Time: Tue. 12/22/20 11:59 PM Pacific Time
Salary: $3,692.00 - $4,490.00 Monthly
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Location: Public Works Department, 2551-A 23rd Avenue, Forest Grove, Oregon
Department: Public Works
To perform routine duties in the maintenance, construction and repair of City streets, water and sewer collection systems, and other related infrastructures; to operate maintenance and repair tools and equipment; and to perform a variety of maintenance tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here:
- Perform routine general maintenance, construction and repair duties on City streets, water and sewer collection systems, and other related infrastructures.
- Perform curb, gutter and driveway maintenance duties; break up paved surfaces; set forms; mix, pour, spread and finish concrete.
- Perform street maintenance duties; prepare surfaces for paving; patch potholes; mix, spread, shovel, rake and roll asphalt and chip seal surfaces.
- Operate heavy and light equipment, and hand and small power tools including loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, pavers, rollers, tractors, fork lifts, chainsaws, shovels and rakes; ensure all equipment is operated in a safe and efficient manner.
- Place cones, barriers and signs to define the work area and protect co-workers and the general public; excavate and fill trenches and ditches.
- Clean and perform minor maintenance work in equipment and facilities within an assigned area; clean and maintain all maintenance vehicles.
- Repair breaks in water and sewer main lines; review maps for valve locations; set up traffic control devices and excavate materials; assist in repairing or replacing valves or mains and service laterals.
- Operate backhoe to remove debris and growth at storm drain outlets; operate dump trucks to remove and haul debris and materials.
- Maintain, install and repair clay, galvanized steel, plastic, ductile iron, copper and other types of pipes.
- Operate a vactor, forklift, backhoe and other vehicles in the maintenance and construction of storm drains and sewer lines; perform confined space entry duties as required.
- Contribute to a positive work environment.
- Maintain regular, predictable attendance and punctuality.
- Perform other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Experience:
One year of related maintenance and repair experience.
License or Certificate:
Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Must obtain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL A) with a tanker endorsement within six months of hire.
Employees are required to live within a 10 mile radius of the Public Works Department to ensure their ability to respond to Public Works emergencies.
TO APPLY: Please visit the City's employment website for full job announcement and to apply.
https://www.forestgrove-or.gov/hr/page/employment-opportunities