Public Utility Worker 2 – Watershed, The City of Gresham

This job announcement will remain open until filled. First review of applications will take place the week of January 12, 2026.
As Oregon’s fourth-largest city, Gresham is a welcoming community of hard-working people where tradition and heritage meet innovation and opportunity. Gresham is a dynamic and rapidly growing city where families and businesses have a mutual desire and drive to thrive. City of Gresham employees care deeply about the community they serve and go ‘one step beyond’ to deliver services in collaborative, inventive, practical, and nimble ways. Our work is challenging, fast-paced and rewarding.

We believe that to deliver the highest level of service to all Gresham community members, it is crucial we employ a diverse workforce, foster an inclusive working environment, and ensure our policies and systems result in equitable outcomes. The City seeks candidates who will support these values by continuously incorporating equity in their daily work and actively contributing to a workplace culture that respects unique viewpoints, life experiences and cultural perspectives. Come build the future with us.

Position Description:
What you will get to do:

Infrastructure Cleaning

Inspect, clean, and remove debris from Stormwater collection systems including mainlines, laterals, manholes, and vegetated facilities
Perform data entry of infrastructure cleaning and findings into the asset management system
Use confined space entry equipment
Develop traffic control plans and utilize flaggers as needed

Utility Locates

Use GIS and TV reports to gather information needed to locate and mark out Stormwater collection mains and laterals
Use flagger and traffic control devices if needed

Construction Repairs

Perform skilled construction, repair, and maintenance of Stormwater system facilities
Operate a variety of power equipment and ensure public safety by preventing blockages and flooding
Use excavators, tractor loader back hoes, and loaders for open trench excavations
Use Vac truck to hydro excavate around utilities
Install trenching and shoring equipment for open trench excavations
Use confined space entry equipment
Develop traffic control plans and utilize flaggers as needed

CCTV Inspections

Inspect Stormwater collection lines and manholes either manually, or through remote cameras
Inspect storm mains and laterals to confirm connections, breaks, and flow direction
Coordinate with homeowners, inspectors, and contractors for inspections
Perform data entry of inspections and findings into asset management system

Vegetation Work

Use equipment such as weed trimmer, hedge trimmers, leaf blower, mower, and others to maintain vegetated storm facilities
Develop traffic control plans and utilize flaggers as needed

Additional tasks may include:

Attending job-related trainings
Read and respond to email messages
Attend meetings
Purchase supplies
Participate in monthly shop cleanup activities
Track and enter time and attendance for work completed

On Call – After Hours Work

Rotating responsibility to carry the on-call phone and respond to emergency locates, sinkholes, high water/flooding, etc.

Qualities we are looking for:

An effective team player who values partnerships and forms relationships to accomplish work
A strategic problem-solver who enjoys a challenge
A quick thinker who navigates obstacles with a positive, can-do attitude
Someone who is self-motivated with a solid work ethic and has a natural inclination to identify efficiencies in work processes while maintaining accuracy
An individual who likes physical labor, working outdoors in varying weather conditions
A safety minded person who embodies integrity
A friendly personality to interact with Gresham residents and visitors
Someone who has a passion for service to the Gresham community

Work schedule/environment:

The typical work schedule will be four 10-hour days per week either Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday.

Work is predominantly performed outdoors in varying weather conditions and involves manual labor. This position will require being on-call on occasion to include nights, weekends, and holidays. Refer to the Public Utility Worker 2 class specification for additional details.

Practices, principles, procedures, regulations, standards, and techniques as they relate to public works operations, construction, repair, and maintenance
Safety methods and practices used in public works operations, equipment operation, pesticide application, and the use of hand and power tools
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public and City staff
Communication principles, practices, and techniques
Modern office practices and methods, computer equipment, and software applications

Ability to:

Exercise discretion in confidential and sensitive matters
Interpret, apply, and enforce compliance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
Understand and interpret technical manuals, work orders, specifications, blueprints, and other technical materials
Operate hand tools, power tools, and light to heavy equipment
Work in environments requiring the use of a respirator
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all internal and external contacts
Operate office equipment and technology tools including personal computers, laptop computers and printers, and presentation equipment
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; present information, proposals, and recommendations clearly and persuasively
Conduct work far off the ground in tall heights using a bucket truck
Physically perform the essential job functions

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license
Good driving record (based on our driving matrix below)
18 years of age or older
One year of full-time, professional related experience such as performing underground excavation for wastewater, stromwater, and/or water, installing underground utilities, landscaping, vegetation maintenance work, and other related duties.
Must possess the physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Required certifications and licenses:

CPR/AED and First Aid certification is required within 6 months of hire.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Confined Space certification is required within 6 months of hire.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Competent Person certification is required within 6 months of hire.
Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) Flagger certification is required within 6 months of hire.
Oregon or Washington Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with Air Brakes and Tanker endorsements is required within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

NASSCO certification
Selection Process:
To apply for this position, click ‘Apply’ at the top of this job posting.

Required application materials:

Complete online application (Do not type ‘see resume’ in any fields or leave work experience fields blank in the application template.)
Answers to supplemental questions
The City of Gresham offers a comprehensive and equitable base salary within the listed range based on your experience, skills, and education verified in your application. We encourage you to clearly describe how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Learn more about Oregon Equal Pay.

If you desire a modification of this process to accommodate a disability, please provide your request in writing to HRRecruiting@GreshamOregon.gov, or by phone to 503-618-2729, upon submitting the required application documents.

A review of application materials including your response to supplemental questions submitted will determine which candidates will be invited to an interview. Communication with candidates will be done primarily through e-mail. Sometimes these messages may land in a spam or junk mail folder. We encourage you to monitor your inbox as well as the inbox within the governmentjobs.com portal for important updates related to this process.

Veteran’s Preference

The City of Gresham provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with state law. Any candidate wishing to have their qualifying veteran’s preference applied to the process must submit a qualifying document (DD Form 214 or 215) at the time of application providing proof of eligibility that includes discharge status. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran’s disability preference letter from the US Department of Veteran Affairs at the time of application, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

Our Commitment

The City of Gresham is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, familial status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, Oregon, or local law. Please direct questions about this position to 503-618-2729 or HRRecruiting@GreshamOregon.gov.

If you need assistance with the online application, please contact NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, driving record review, job-related physical, and drug screen.