Field Construction Technician 1

Clean Water Services•Clean Water Services Material Handling Yard, OR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Operations & Services department is seeking a Field Construction Technician 1. This position constructs, repairs, and maintains sanitary and storm sewer conveyance infrastructure and associated system components, including pipelines, manholes, catch basins, outfalls, culverts, and water-quality facilities. Candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be invited to self-schedule their interview. Please be sure to check your email for status updates. The Field Construction Technician position will be filled at a level 1 or 2. To be considered for both levels, you must submit a separate application for each.

Requirements

6 months of experience in public works, utilities, construction, wastewater, or related field; Or Completion of a construction-related trade school
All candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of principles, materials, methods, and equipment used in storm/sanitary conveyance and collection system layout, construction, maintenance, and repair, and techniques
Knowledge of hazardous material handling practices and procedures
Knowledge of safety program, procedures, and practices
Knowledge of record keeping principles and practices
Knowledge of basic civil engineering principles, practices, and standards
Knowledge of basic GIS and mapping
Knowledge of basic land surveying techniques
Knowledge of traffic control and flagging
Knowledge of municipal maintenance and construction practices
Skill in asphalt repair
Skill in concrete pouring and finishing
Skill in use of computers and computer software for word processing, recording data, and office applications
Skill in keeping accurate reports and records
Skill in reading and interpreting basic topographic, location, and property record maps
Skill in reading and interpreting basic utility layouts, design and construction drawings, illustrations, graphics, and other materials drawn from field investigations, notes, and office research
Skill in manual and computerized mapping
Skill in basic GIS usage and mapping
Skill in use of hand tools and small gas-powered tools
Ability to safely operate maintenance and construction equipment, including large and small excavators, rubber-tire backhoes, skid steers, compact track loaders, trenchers, telehandlers, articulated wheel loaders, horizontal directional drills, pipe-bursting machines, track trucks, rollers, and agricultural tractors
Ability to understand and follow safety practices, policies, and procedures
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to read and interpret construction plans and maps
Ability to learn, use, and operate work-related computer applications
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including a variety of CWS staff and other government officials, contractors, vendors, community groups, and the general public
Ability to operate effectively in a team environment
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Responsibilities

Constructs, repairs, and rehabilitates sanitary and storm sewer pipelines, manholes, and catch basins, using traditional and trenchless construction techniques; reads and works from maps and construction plans; performs pipe laying and repairs involving excavations.
Digs trenches and ditches to lay pipelines, ensuring proper depth and alignment according to specifications.
Cleans and prepares job sites for construction activities.
Aligns and positions pipes for welding or sealing, ensuring secure connections.
Applies protective coatings to pipelines to prevent corrosion.
Performs maintenance and repair work on existing pipelines, including replacing sections of pipe and sealing leaks.
Conducts pressure testing to ensure the integrity of the pipeline system.
Trains in the safe and effective operation of a wide range of heavy equipment and machinery, including large and small excavators, rubber-tire backhoes, skid steers (standard and ride-on), compact track loaders, trenchers, telehandlers, articulated wheel loaders, horizontal directional drills, pipe-bursting machines, track trucks, rollers (large and small), and agricultural tractors of various sizes.
Follows safety guidelines and participates in safety training to maintain a safe working environment.
Installs pipeline markers and warning signs to ensure public safety.
Responds to utility emergencies while on duty and during off-duty hours, including participating in the after-hours emergency response rotation.
Reads and interprets maps, diagrams, and plans.
Completes work orders to locate and mark underground utilities, connect and disconnect services, inspect leaks, and make repairs.
Drives a CWS or personal vehicle for work-related purposes.