Utility Mechanic - Water

Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB)•Eugene, OR

1d•$32 - $44

About The Position

Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) is hiring a Water Utility Mechanic to perform construction and maintenance work at EWEB water facilities, independently or as part of a crew of three to four people. The work includes maintaining, installing, and repairing utilities and water systems, as well as assisting other EWEB departments with emergency and non-emergency work. The position requires the ability to operate construction tools and equipment and knowledge of standard construction practices and procedures for EWEB water systems. The schedule is 40 hours per week, with four 10-hour shifts followed by three days off. Unscheduled overtime may be required to support emergencies, contingencies, and responses. The position has daily contact with EWEB employees and the general public. Employment is subject to EWEB’s collective bargaining agreement with IBEW Local 659.

Requirements

One year of skilled construction or utility experience.
High school graduation or equivalent.
Valid Class A CDL; must obtain a Tanker Endorsement within 30 days of hire.
Satisfactory completion of the Oregon State Water Distribution Grade I certification within 18 months is required for continued employment.
Obtain a First Aid/CPR card and Competent Persons certification in Trench Excavation.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; EWEB cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.
Must pass a post-offer background check, physical/functional test, and drug test.

Responsibilities

Maintain, install, and repair utilities at EWEB water facilities, independently or as part of a three-to-four-person crew.
Operate construction equipment and tools, including Class A CDL dump trucks, backhoes, track-hoes, vac-trucks, cranes, pavement breakers, dry and wet tapping machines, and saws.
Place concrete and clear brush.
Maintain and exercise water valves.
Pressure-test and disinfect water mains and services.
Operate vac-trucks.
Assist other EWEB departments with emergency and non-emergency work.