Utility Technician I - Streets Crew

City of Newberg Oregon•Newberg, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of unskilled or semi-skilled maintenance work and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of City water, wastewater, street maintenance, storm drainage, grounds, buildings, facilities, and other utility systems. This role involves working under the direction of the Public Works Maintenance Supervisor, with potential guidance from a Utility Technician II or PW Maintenance Lead/Crew Chief. While there is no direct supervision, there may be opportunities to provide work guidance to entry-level employees or seasonal staff.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
A minimum of one (1) year experience in construction, operation and/or maintenance of water, wastewater, or stormwater systems.
Valid State Driver’s license, with a clean driving record.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire: Class A CDL Permit
Possession of, or ability to obtain within eighteen (18) months of hire: First Aid, CPR, AED Certification.
Public Agency Work Zone Traffic Control training and obtain Flagger's Card.
Competent Person Training (Trench Safety)
Forklift Certification
Fall Protection Training
Confined Space Training
Bucket Truck Training
Oregon Commercial Driver's License – Class A with tanker endorsement (Preferred)
Right of way pesticide license (Preferred)
Water Distribution Operator Level I and/or Wastewater Collection Operator Level I (preferred)
Selected candidate will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical which includes drug screening and successfully pass the City of Newberg Fit for Duty Testing; job related tests as may be required.
Must successfully pass a criminal history background check.
General knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in maintenance, construction and repair activities.
Basic knowledge of computer operation and the ability to utilize computer for record keeping, reports, and operation of maintenance programs.
Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time.
Ability to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
Ability to work outside in varying weather conditions.
Ability to work and use tools and equipment safely and to wear task appropriate personal protective equipment.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to establish effective positive and cooperative working relationships with coworkers, other employees, and contract service providers.

Nice To Haves

Oregon Commercial Driver's License – Class A with tanker endorsement
Right of way pesticide license
Water Distribution Operator Level I and/or Wastewater Collection Operator Level I

Responsibilities

Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, in maintenance, repair, and construction of the storm, street, wastewater, water, grounds and facility systems.
Performs street activities including sweeping, pavement cutting and removal, asphalt installation and repair, concrete pouring and finishing, utility ditch digging and cleaning, and construction of manholes and catch basins.
Performs water and drainage activities including installing and reading water meters, cleaning of wastewater, storm, and watermains; pipe repair; installation and backfilling cutting, fitting, installation and repairing of watermains; installing taps, service lines and meters; installation of fire hydrants and valves.
Performs grounds and facility activities including mowing, and repair of buildings and facilities.
May assist other divisions of Public Works Maintenance including Water, Wastewater, Storm/Street, and Facilities.
Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by cleaning and checking equipment and tools after use.
Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor; cleans equipment.
Drives trucks of various sizes and weight in the loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment, gravel, and sand; operates tractors, mowers and loaders as assigned.
Operates a variety of power construction and maintenance equipment used in water, wastewater, storm/street, grounds, and facility maintenance activities.
Maintains a variety of records relating to inspections, maintenance activity, water supply, consumption, system cleaning, etc.
Responds to complaints regarding water leaks, pressure loss or no water, wastewater plugs or spills, street hazards, storm drainage, grounds, or facility problems.
Evaluates situation and explains findings to and explains findings to PW Maintenance Lead/Crew Chief, Public Works Maintenance Supervisor.
Contacts residents and business owners in areas affected by maintenance activities, explains impacts on systems or area, and when it will be returned to normal service.
Determines the locations of gas, telephone, power, television, water, and wastewater lines from the appropriate sources (call for locates, 811) prior to excavation; ability to locate City owned/operated underground utility lines and facilities including Storm, Water, and Wastewater piping.
Performs all duties in conformance with appropriate safety and security standards.
Must maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with City staff, other organizations, and the general public.
Serves on various employee or other committees as assigned.