Published date: March 7, 2025

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Closing Date: March 20, 2025
Description: The City of St. Helens, Oregon, is seeking a full-time Engineering Technician to join the Public Works Engineering Division. We are posting for a Technician I, II, or III. Please apply for the one that best fits your qualifications. You do not need to apply for more than one position. We are only making one hire.

The Public Works Engineering Division is responsible for the planning, design, management, and construction inspection of city infrastructure, including streets, bridges, watermains, sewer mains, and storm drains. Additionally, the Engineering Division maintains and updates record drawings and construction drawings for all public infrastructure, maintains and updates the City’s Geographical Information System (GIS) and AutoCAD base maps of public infrastructure, administers right-of-way permits for construction activity within the public right-of-way, and reviews and administers public improvement construction permits for the construction of public improvements on private residential, industrial, and commercial development projects to ensure compliance.

PAY & BENEFITS
The City of St. Helens offers a competitive pay scale that increases annually based on performance. We also provide these fantastic benefits:
• Diverse health, vision, and dental insurance packages for employees and families with only a 2% out-of-pocket premium
• Fully paid participation in the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System
• 13 paid holidays
• Two to six weeks of paid vacation
• Accrued sick leave (12 days per year)
• $75 monthly towards a physical fitness membership or wellness activity
• Life insurance
Additionally, we provide this engineering position with a PPE clothing allowance and a boot allowance.

ARE YOU READY FOR THIS EXCITING OPPORTUNITY?
Take the first step by applying for one of the Engineering Technician positions at https://sthelensoregon.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Join us in making a difference in our community!

If you are a veteran and would like to receive veterans’ preference points, please contact Human Resources Coordinator Kathy Payne at 503-366-8217 or by email at kpayne@sthelensoregon.gov for paperwork.

The successful candidate will be required to pass an extensive background check and drug test.

The City of St. Helens is an equal opportunity employer.

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