Maintenance Worker - Water

City of Umatilla • Umatilla Public Works, OR

7h • Onsite

About The Position

As the Maintenance Worker, performs a variety of skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance and repair of water distribution system, sewer collection system, waste water treatment plant, city streets, alleys, right of way, city parks, and city facilities and does related work as required. Receives written and oral work orders and performs job tasks, obtains necessary supplies, tools and equipment, as required for the department or task assigned. Operates in a competent, safe manner a wide variety of vehicles, light and heavy equipment as required to perform duties. Repairs and maintains the water distribution system, waste water collection system, street system, park grounds and City owned buildings and facilities as required or assigned. Installs, inspects, maintains and replaces water meters, valves, fire hydrants, service lines and other appurtenances. Inspects, maintains and repairs sanitary sewer lines, manholes and other components associated with the waste water collection system. Maintains and repairs storm drain systems and catch basins. Maintains vegetation control in street right of ways and parks grounds. Performs general landscaping duties. Maintains and repairs irrigation systems, park amenities and facilities. Maintains inventory of parts and supplies for all Public Works departments. Reports to the Public Works Superintendent any problems or unusual conditions that exist in the water distributions system, waste water collection system, waste water treatment plant, street department, parks department or at any of the City’s facilities. This unique position will require working in ALL of the Public Works Departments as assigned by the Public Works Superintendent or the Public Works Director.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years work experience in general maintenance; 1 year experience public works preferred, including: the operation of water distribution, treatment and storage facilities, street maintenance, parks and grounds maintenance, facilities maintenance and wastewater collection systems.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license; commercial driver’s license preferred.
• Must pass background check.
• Ability to obtain an Oregon State Flagger card.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain water distribution system and facilities; waste water collection system; waste water treatment plant facilities.
• Operate light and heavy equipment to maintain the City’s street system.
• Operate light equipment and power tools to maintain the City’s parks and related facilities
• Maintain and repair the City’s various buildings and facilities.
• Lift and carry fifty (50) pounds.
• Follow safety rules and regulations.
• Work in confined spaces.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED