Utility Worker Journey - Storm & Sanitary

POSITION:             Utility Worker Journey – Storm & Sanitary

DEPARTMENT:      Public Works

SALARY RANGE:   $5228 -$6354 per month

                                 Eligible for 3% Bi-Lingual Premium

                                 Full Time, Non-Exempt, Represented (AFSCME)

RECRUITMENT OPEN UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED

GENERAL STATEMENT

Performs a variety of skilled maintenance work at the journey-level, and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of City streets, water, wastewater, storm drainage facilities and systems and parks and grounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Five (5) years of experience in general maintenance and construction work.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which ensures the candidates ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.

Special Requirements:

Valid Oregon Commercial Driver's License – Class B with tanker and air brake endorsements; driving record must be clean.

Selected candidate will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen; and, job related tests as may be required.

Must successfully pass a criminal history background check and the record must be clear of any criminal convictions for crimes which would preclude the individual from performing the essential job duties and responsibilities.  Must be able to pass the department's security clearance standards for unescorted access to certain City facilities. 

As a Utility Worker Journey in the Public Works Department, you are considered a “First Responder” which is considered essential personnel. This means that in the event City offices close due to inclement weather, etc., you are still required to report to work for your scheduled shift, as well as any overtime or extra hours required.

The Utility Worker Journey position is subject to a rotating “on-call” schedule after training has been completed.

Required Certifications/Licenses

Must possess at time of promotion or hire:

• Oregon Wastewater Collection Certification (level required for city system);

Possession of, or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire: 

• First Aid, CPR, AED Certification;
• Public Agency Work Zone Traffic Control training and obtain Flagger's Card;
• Hazard Material Certification;
• Cave-in Protection/Competent Person Training.

PLEASE REVIEW THE POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR THE FULL SCOPE OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES AND THE REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES.

The application packet may be downloaded below or obtained from: Gladstone City Hall, Human Resources, 18505 Portland Ave., Gladstone, OR 97027.

Completed materials must be received at the above address, faxed to 503.557.2761or emailed to: hr@ci.gladstone.or.us. Resumes may be included but will not be accepted in lieu of the City’s Employment Application.