Seasonal Maintenance Worker - Transportation

City of Milwaukie•Johnson Creek Building - Public Works, OR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position works primarily outdoors performing mostly physical labor tasks in support of a public works crew. Duties vary based on assignment and frequently includes working in the right of way (near travel lanes) and in all types of weather conditions.

Requirements

High school degree or GED
Six months of manual labor, maintenance, construction, or landscaping experience
Valid driver license and acceptable driving history

Nice To Haves

Some college coursework in the field of interest

Responsibilities

Uses a variety of hand and power-operated tools and equipment such as shovels, picks, hand and small riding mowers, power hacksaw, drills, jackhammer, and weed whackers.
Maintains streets, water, and stormwater infrastructure within the right-of-way.
Assists with street repairs, asphalt raking, barricade repair, sign and maintenance.
Assists in mapping of utility infrastructure.
Performs water quality system flushing and maintenance on water meters and fire hydrants.
Assists in locating sewer, storm and water lines for other utilities.
Maintains green infrastructure including rain gardens, detention ponds, and trees through best vegetation and arboricultural management practices including weed and brush removal.
Prepares and maintains electronic logs and records of daily work activity including time, materials, and equipment utilized through asset management software.
Assists in response to public inquiries and service requests in a courteous and timely manner; evaluates complaints by on-site inspection.
Provides information within scope of knowledge or refers to other staff.
Maintains positive public relations with customers and is responsive to customer needs.
Develops safe work habits and contributes to the safety of self, co-workers and the general public.
Performs other related duties as required.