Public Works Technician – Street, City of Beaverton

This is a full-time, non-exempt, SEIU classified, and DOT-covered position. Individuals in this position will be subject to random drug screens and breath alcohol tests in accordance with DOT guidelines. There is one vacancy.

The schedule will be Monday-Thursday, 6:00am – 4:30pm. After successful completion of probation, Technicians will have the option to be included in the on-call rotation for after-hours emergency response a total of five weeks each year.

Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Beaverton’s online portal. You will need to fill out your work history and respond to several supplemental questions. Your education, skills, and experience will be evaluated using the main application form and supplemental questions; a resume and cover letter are not required and do not substitute for a complete application and work history.

Responsibilities
Ensure traffic control and safety by setting up traffic control safety zones and performing flagging.
Equipment operation and maintenance: Assist Equipment Operators in maintaining and operating construction equipment, including excavators and asphalt pavers.
Street paving and construction: Rake and shovel asphalt and seal street cracks. You may also operate loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, compactors, street cutting saws, and other equipment.
Concrete work: Construct, maintain, and repair concrete roads, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and ADA ramps, adhering to all city and state standards.
Infrastructure maintenance: Maintain bridges, ditches, and pedestrian/bike paths. Repair or replace damaged infrastructure, including graffiti removal and resolving safety hazards.
Inspections and reporting: Conduct thorough inspections of installations, and communicate directly with engineering, planning, and project leads. Identify needed repairs, document them in a punch list, and assist with walk-throughs and final inspections.
Emergency response: Respond quickly to emergency situations. Your schedule may change with minimal notice to accommodate swift response to emergencies.
Additional duties are outlined in the Public Works Technician class specification.

Compensation
Wage range: $28.84 – $38.65 hourly

Starting rate will be determined based on an analysis of related work experience as outlined in the Oregon Equal Pay Act. New hires who meet minimum requirements will start at step one. Higher steps within the posted wage range may be offered to those who have additional years of directly related experience.

Total compensation package and benefits

In addition to competitive pay, the city offers a wide variety of benefits to regular employees which make up an exceptional total compensation package.

The city pays the full retirement contribution to the Oregon Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) including the employee portion; provides employees with an opportunity to participate in a deferred compensation retirement plan; makes available a public service loan forgiveness program and tuition reimbursement program; and offers excellent health, dental, vision and life insurance coverage.

Additional benefits include excellent paid time off (PTO) accrual, PTO cash out options, wellness programs and incentives, an employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) VEBA, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and bilingual pay premiums.

High school diploma or GED, and
Three years of experience in operations, installation, construction, repair, and maintenance of street structures; or
An equivalent combination of education and experience enabling the incumbent to perform the essential functions of the position.
Licensing and special requirements

Valid driver’s license and ability to meet the city’s driving standards.
Class B Commercial Drivers’ License with air brake endorsement required within 360 days of hire.
Ability to pass reference checks and education verification, and satisfy the requirements of a background check and physical exam.
Ability to satisfy the requirements of a pre-employment drug screen.

Studies have shown that some candidates hesitate to apply for a position if they do not believe they meet 100% of the hiring criteria. The city’s talent acquisition goals include hiring the candidate who is best able to meet the performance objectives of the role. We encourage people with non-traditional skill sets and experiences to apply, even if you believe you do not meet 100% of the qualifications and hiring criteria described.