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General position summary:
Performs skilled and semi-skilled duties related to building, operation and repair of storm water, streets, wastewater and water distribution and collection systems, parks and grounds maintenance, and operation of park maintenance equipment. Uses hand tools, power tools and other construction landscaping equipment including operation of light, medium & heavy equipment.
Essential functions:
• Demonstrates safe working practices utilizing all safety equipment provided by the city such as, but not limited to: confined space entry, traffic control devices and trench wall shoring equipment. Equipment may include body protection safety equipment for handling hazardous chemicals, metal welding protection, rotating equipment guards, gloves, gowns, eye and face shields.
• Perform pavement cutting, and removal; asphalt installation and repair; concrete pouring and finishing; utility ditch digging and cleaning; construction of manholes and catch basins; cleaning of wastewater, storm and water mains; pipe repair; installation and backfilling cutting, fitting, installation and repairing of water mains. installing taps, service lines and meters; installation of fire hydrants and valves.
• Performs maintenance and cleaning of work areas, offices, floors, counters, windows, and restrooms.
• Performs routine interior and exterior maintenance including painting, minor plumbing, and electrical repairs, and carpentry.
• Performs landscape construction and maintenance, including: mowing, watering, weeding, pruning, and trimming of lawns, plants and trees.
• Operates all types of mowers.
• Responsibly applies herbicides, pesticides and fertilizers under general supervision.
• Performs routine maintenance on tools, vehicles and equipment. Maintains all appropriate records.
• Reads and records customer’s water meter usage levels.
• Repairs water line leaks, breaks and meters.
• Inspects, cleans, replaces, and repairs wastewater and water lines, drainage culverts and catch basins.
• Removes snow and ice, sands roadways and plows as necessary.
• Maintains and repairs streets including cleaning and repair of sidewalks, curbs, gutters, road signs, and street surfaces.
• Participates as an active Public Works Department team member by contributing to program development and organization planning.
• Perform Treatment Plant operational duties in special situations as requested by the Publics Works Director.
• Other duties as assigned by the Public Works Director.
Values:
Employees at the City of Scappoose are expected to exemplify the behaviors set forth as follows:
• Excellence in Public Service.
• Respect for Diverse Voices and Ideas.
• Responsiveness in Customer Service.
• Tradition of Reliability.
• Stewardship of the Public Trust.
• Leadership with Ethics and Integrity.
• Culture of Teamwork and Communication.
• Emphasis on Innovation.
Employees are also expected to promote a positive work environment and to be effective and collaborative team members, while providing responsive municipal services to the citizens of the City of Scappoose.
Tools:
• Large Equipment including: Backhoe; Drain or pipe cleaning equipment; Dump trucks—Heavy dump trucks, single axle dump trucks, tandem axle dump trucks; Excavator, Forklift, Front end loaders; Land drilling rigs — Churn drills, vertical drills; Manlift or personnel lift; Pavement roller; Scrubbing and street sweeping machines — Mechanical sweepers, multipurpose vacuum catch basin cleaners, street sweepers; Skid steer loaders — Skid steer machines, skip loaders; Lift stations; Stump grinders; Track Hoe; Vac Truck; Vehicle Lifts; Water trucks — Road watering equipment, tankers
• Light and Medium Equipment including: Blowers; Chippers; Drilling machines — Drill presses; Edgers; Hoists — Chain hoists, power hoists; Hydraulic pumps; Pneumatic hammer — Air chisels, jackhammers, pneumatic hammers; Power saws — Circular saws, reciprocating saws, saber saws, chainsaws, concrete saws; Pipe or tube cutters — Pipe cutters; Welding tools — Welding equipment
• Hand tools and other: Desktop and notebook computers; Digital camcorders or video cameras — Pipe inspection video equipment; Hammers — Ball peen hammers, claw hammers, sledgehammers; Handheld meter reading devices; Levels — Automatic levels, carpenters’ levels, torpedo levels; Manhole covers; Safety protective equipment; Screwdrivers — Phillips screwdrivers, flathead screwdrivers; Sprayers
Working conditions and standards:
The City of Scappoose is committed to complying fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Oregon’s Disability Accommodation and Discrimination laws. We are also committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities.
Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, work space restrictions, intense noises, travel and environmental conditions such as disruptive people, imminent danger or a threatening environment.
Work standards include: Regular attendance and punctuality; Speak and act truthfully; Conduct oneself with integrity, morality, character and trustworthiness; Exhibit self-control; Detail-oriented; Thorough when completing work tasks; Accept constructive criticism; Calmly and effectively process high stress situations; Reliable, responsible and dependable; Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges; Promotes good housekeeping and cleanliness.
Work schedule:
Utility Workers will typically be scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, and are subject to overtime based on organizational need, weather and disaster.
As a Utility Worker you are considered essential personnel. This means that in the event City offices are closed due to inclement weather, etc., you are still required to report to work for your scheduled shift, as well as any overtime or extra hours required, which could include weekday nights and weekends.
Must be able to respond to a 24/7 operation, in case of an emergency, or unforeseen repairs during weekday nights and weekends. Work hours as assigned by the Utility Supervisor or Public Works Director.
Non-essential job functions:
• Other duties as assigned.
• May serve as back up other City employees and City departments. |
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Education:
High school diploma or GED.
Experience:
One or more years’ experience in general maintenance, construction, or public utilities, or an equivalent amount of education and experience.
Minimum requirements:
•Must be able to successfully complete a drug test.
•Must be able to lift/carry 50 lbs. regularly and 100 lbs. rarely.
•Must possess and maintain a valid Oregon driver’s license or have the ability to do so within 30days of hire and maintain a good driving record, and a Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement with no restrictions or have the ability to do so within twenty four (24) months of hire. (CDL preferred)
•Ability to be available 24/7
•Ability to work in all climates and conditions
•Ability to receive the Hepatitis B series vaccinations.
•Possess experience operating light to heavy equipment.
•Possess experience operating all types of landscape and mowing equipment
•Possess knowledge of mechanical and hydraulic principals
•Possess knowledge and experience with building and facility maintenance and repair
•Possess knowledge of basic computer skills including Microsoft Excel.
•Possess knowledge of and experience with vehicle / equipment maintenance and repair in commercial environments
•Knowledge, skills, abilities, certification, and experience requirements listed are minimum standards. Other equivalent combinations of knowledge, skills, certifications, and experience may be considered.
The City will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, certifications, and experience to meet the minimum positions qualifications. Some applicants, particularly women, people with disabilities, and people of color are less likely to apply for a job if they do not believe they meet 100% of the hiring criteria. We encourage you to apply, and welcome applicants from diverse and varied backgrounds.
Special requirements and certifications:
Utility Worker I
• Must meet and maintain all minimum qualifications for Utility Worker, and:
• Ability to obtain Traffic Flagger Certification within twelve (12) months of hire date.
Ability to successfully complete OR-OSHA qualified Confined Space training within twelve (12) months of hire date.
• Ability to successfully complete OR-OSHA qualified Lockout/Tag-out procedures within twelve (12) months of hire date.
• Ability to successfully complete Forklift certification within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Ability to successfully complete Competent Person training within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Must possess or be able to obtain within three (3) years of hire date, an Oregon Water Distribution Level I certification.
• Must possess or be able to obtain within three (3) years of hire date, an Oregon Wastewater Collection Level I certification.
• Ability to successfully complete Cross Connection control specialist within (3) years of hire date.
Utility Worker II
• Must meet and maintain all qualifications for Utility Worker and Utility Worker I, and:
• Must have and maintain a Traffic Flagger Certification.
• Must have and maintain OR-OSHA qualified Confined Space training.
• Must have and maintain OR-OSHA qualified Lockout/Tag-out procedures.
• Must have and maintain Forklift certification.
• Must possess Oregon Water Distribution Level II certification or must possess Oregon Wastewater Collection Level II certification.
• Must have and maintain Cross Connection Control Specialist certification.
• Must have and maintain Competent Person training.
Utility Worker III
• Must meet and maintain all qualifications for Utility Worker, Utility Worker I, and Utility Worker II and:
• Must possess Oregon Water Distribution Level III certification or must possess Oregon Wastewater Collection Level III certification.
Knowledge of:
• Applicable Federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations and/or ordinances;
• Procedures, processes and methods of repair and maintenance of City infrastructure;
• Applicable procedures, processes and methods of treatment technology;
• Applicable systems, equipment and tools;
• Positive and effective customer service principles;
• Safe work practices;
• Basic mathematical concepts;
• Modern office equipment.
Skill in:
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards;
• Providing lead work direction and evaluation (based on assignment);
• Prioritizing and assigning work activities and projects (based on assignment);
• Repairing and maintenance of specialized systems and equipment;
• Providing positive and effective customer service;
Performing quality control checks and maintain safe work standards;
• Identifying issues and recommending solutions;
• Reading and interpreting technical documents;
• Preparing and maintaining documents and records;
• Teaching and conveying technical information;
• Adhering to safe work practices and following OSHA and City safety rules and procedures;
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications;
• Promoting a culture of teamwork and communication by working in collaboration and treating coworkers with respect and dignity and maintaining an open mind to diverse voices and ideas. |
