Utility Technician I - Water 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 and may receive work guidance from a Utility Technician II or PW Maintenance Lead/Crew Chief. The position is FLSA non-exempt.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• A minimum one (1) year relatable experience in construction, operation and/or maintenance of water, wastewater, or stormwater systems.
• Valid State Driver’s license, with a clean driving record.
• 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.
• Must successfully pass a criminal history background check.

Nice To Haves

• 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
• 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 back filling cutting, fitting, installation and repairing of water mains; 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.

Benefits

• Salary range appointment at the first step, with potential for higher step at city discretion.
• Reasonable accommodation will be made to meet the needs of qualified individuals with limitations who can perform the essential functions of the job.

What This Job Offers

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