Utility Worker II or III - Environmental

Salary : $4,761.47 - $6,747.87 Monthly

Location : OR. 97068, OR

Job Type: Full Time Represented

Job Number: 202200176

Department: Public Works

Division: Public Works Environmental

Opening Date: 08/15/2024

Closing Date: 9/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

How about every other Friday off, excellent benefits, and 11 paid holidays per year while working alongside a great team? Come work for the City of West Linn!

We are currently hiring for a Utility Worker II or III in the Environmental Services Division, depending on qualifications.
The Utility Worker II performs a variety of skilled manual and equipment operation tasks in the construction maintenance and operation of City roads, sewer, or water facilities. Operates heavy equipment on occasion. Participates in unskilled or semi-skilled construction and maintenance work. May be specialized in one field of work such as painting, welding, carpentry, or heavy equipment operation.

The Utility Worker III Environmental Services position performs as a lead worker, supervising the work of a crew in a variety of tasks. Performs journey level skills in the construction, maintenance, and operation of sewer and storm facilities that includes performance of manual labor and exposure to variable weather conditions.
*Applications will be reviewed weekly with interviews scheduled for qualified applicants only.
Open until filled.

Utility Worker II - $27.47 $35.71 per hour
Utility Worker III- $29.98 - $38.93 per hour
Examples of Duties

An employee in this classification may perform any of the following duties; however, these examples do not include all the specific tasks that an employee may be expected to perform)
Utility Worker II

• Contributes to a positive work environment.
• As a member of the street and sewer division, performs any of the following tasks: for sewer - install, clean, and repair sewer mains and laterals, culverts, catch basins, and manholes; sewer line cleaning; vermin control; for streets participates in asphalt paving and patching, ditching and shouldering, striping, street cleaning, spraying/weed removal and mowing, guardrail and barricade installation, repair, and maintenance, installation and repair of curbs, gutters, and storm drains; plowing and sanding, utility cut repair. Performs traffic control and flagging duties. Operates light pick up and dump trucks, tractors, jack hammer, air compressor, flushers, trucks, and related light equipment. May be assigned specialized tasks such as painting and stripping streets, curbs and parking areas as appropriate; constructing, repairing and installing signs.
• As a member of the water division, performs any of the following tasks: installs, repairs, maintains and replaces PRV's, water mains, fire hydrants, valves, water meters, service lines, may also do meter reading and telemetry; maintains reservoirs and pump stations; cross connection control/tests water; water leak detection utility locates, water quality sampling and flushing of the water system.
• Operates heavy or specialized equipment in the construction and maintenance of water, street and sewer facilities. Equipment includes backhoe, tractor, front-end loader, dump truck, roller, snowplows, sanders, and other power equipment.
• Utilizes carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, welding, and cement finishing skills and tools. Does specialized work in carpentry, concrete curbs and sidewalks.
• Assists in customer service calls, water shut offs and turn-on of water services.
• May be required to assist other divisions with specific projects or work assignments as requested.

Utility Worker III

• Contributes to a positive work environment.
• Receives instructions and work assignments from the Operations Supervisor and/or Public Works Divisional Manager. Is responsible for job site leadership of crew in absence of supervisors. Must explain tasks and procedures and assist employees in solving problems while ensuring quality control and compliance with safety regulations.
• Evaluates the work performance and assignments of crew, as requested. Assists in the training and development of the crew as well as motivating employees to meet standards and schedules.
• Performs same tasks as utility workers and may be assigned responsibility for specialized skills or special projects or programs.
• Operates a variety of light and moderate heavy equipment such as graders, backhoes, tractors, high pressure hydro cleaners, dump trucks. May be required to operate specialized equipment.
• Records and maintains information necessary to update maps, cleaning and TV inspection reports, and provides a daily log of maintenance activities and events for standard records and for insurance purposes as necessary.
• Contacts and responds to citizen complaints and requests for assistance or information.
• Operates a variety of sewer pumping stations and assists in the development and implementations of the emergency operations plan and the scheduling of necessary maintenance. Also responsible for the maintenance of ponds, open spaces, cleaning catch basins, pollution control, manholes, and other assigned duties within ESD.

Qualifications

Education:
Utility Worker II

• Graduation from high school or completion of the equivalent GED Certificate. For water crew, training in basic hydraulics is required.
• Sign and markings certification desirable for street crew. Water crew work requires a Water Distribution I certification within one year.
• Must have a valid Oregon Commercial Driver's License, Class "B" at time of appointment.

Training:

• Requires skill in working with and reading plans, blue prints and specifications.
• Three (3) years of responsible experience in a variety of general maintenance and construction work with specialization in equipment and power tool operation; plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and, if on water crew, water distribution, journey level skills.

Utility Worker III

• Graduation from high school or completion of the equivalent GED Certificate.
• Requires eight (8) years of journey level experience in the operation and maintenance of sewer collection system and storm water system.
• Must have a valid Oregon Commercial Driver's License, Class "B" at the time of appointment. Requires minimum level Class III State certification in sanitary sewer and storm collection system's operation, within three (3) years of hire.

Training

• Some experience in working with plans, specification, and blue prints required.
• Desirable to have basic knowledge of the other public works systems. Some experience in a supervisory capacity required. Must have skill in dealing with citizens and co-workers and ability to accept responsibility.
• Requires skill in the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment, i.e. backhoes, dump trucks. Specialized skills required include pipe laying and testing and use of cleaning equipment. Requires ability to do heavy manual labor.

Any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities as determined by the hiring authority, will be considered.

Supplemental Information

Utility Worker II
Supervision:
Received: Receives a moderate level of supervision from the Operations Supervisor who gives detailed, prioritized assigned duties. Supervisor reviews work by site inspections and other reviews of work to ensure work is performed according to established procedures, Federal, State, County and City regulations and ordinances - i.e. EPA, DEQ, OSHD, OSHA, etc.
Exercised: Supervision of other employees is not a normal responsibility of this position. Employees in this classification may provide job-site supervision of unskilled summer help, or specific projects.

Communication:

• Effective relationships between supervisors and co-workers must be maintained.
• Verbal contacts made with other City departments is primarily as needed with police for traffic control, street closures, and debris in streets, etc., and with engineering to provide additional information in decision making. Contacts with street, parks, and mechanics are as needed often to coordinate personnel and equipment needs.
• Relationships outside the City organization are maintained as needed and include vendors, regarding small purchases, contractors, regarding new construction, and utilities (PGE, Telephone Company, N.W. Natural Gas, Cable TV). All require verbal communication.
• Verbal contacts with the City's residents when assisting with complaints and problems such as sewer blockage, street complaints, direction and check for water leaks, locate leaks and water lines, and check water pressure, etc.

Utility Worker III

Supervision

Received: Performs work highly independently once work assignments are received. Supervisor may oversee job site performance on a limited basis.

Exercised: Assists Operations Supervisor in the scheduling and assignment of work, training and performance appraisal of crew. On site supervision of the work product of crew members (up to six (6) utility workers) requires using independent judgment to ensure high quality work is completed on time.

Communication

• Effective relationships between supervisors and co-workers must be maintained.
  
• Relationships outside the City organization are maintained frequently with contractors working in the City and other utilities regarding their impact on city facilities and with other jurisdictions such as Tri-City Sewer District and WES (Water Environmental Services).Contacts made with other departments include mainly other public works personnel to assist in emergency situations (i.e. Snow and ice problems), parks personnel occasionally for traffic control, engineering regarding design problems.
• Contacts with the City's residents occur frequently regarding customer problems, quality of service, billings, weather related problems and emergency situations.

Cognitive Functions

Work is governed extensively by appropriate DEQ, EPA, and OSHA, and State (i.e. highway, traffic safety, health, plumbing) and city ordinances, policies and rules and regulations as well as professional standards (i.e. AWWA, APWA).May assist in the development of procedures, systems and methodologies at the request of the Director of Public Work. Errors could adversely affect the health and safety of citizens resulting in property damage, personal injury or a lawsuit. AWWA and APWA manuals plus past experience and common sense provides precedent for most problems. Most day-to-day tasks are recurring but the varied facilities provide a need for innovation. Decisions most often made in the course of work include those related to the performance of work in a safe and healthful manner for crew and citizens and in compliance with City standards.

Working Conditions

Adverse working conditions include work in sewer systems and inclement weather especially in emergency weather condition, lifting sometimes heavy objects, and performing heavy manual labor. On a regular basis physical risks exposed to may include raw sewage and chemicals, work around heavy equipment and utilities, and work in traffic and adverse locations (i.e. freeway bridges, ditches, streams, head walls, tanks, pump stations).

Resource Accountability

Responsible for the equipment and the facilities that worker is assigned to operate and maintain. Has normal business hours while receiving call backs for emergency weather conditions and sewer system failures. Records maintained include daily activity reports, property damage information, occasionally, and updating maps, cleaning and TV inspection records. May maintain records for special projects assigned to a worker. The job classification description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The City of West Linn is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. Some positions require pre-employment drug testing, passing a medical exam and/or a police background check. Job related reference checks will be conducted prior to employment being offered.

EEO Policy: The City of West Linn is committed to equal employment opportunity as a way to recruit, hire, and retain the most qualified employees. Moreover, it is the intent of the City to actively support and comply with local, state and federal law. Accordingly:

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

Veterans Preference: The City of West Linn 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 Veterans Affairs at the time of application, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS THROUGH THE CITY OF WEST LINN
The City of West Linn offers an excellent benefit package in support of your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing. Benefits vary depending on position and full-time or part-time status.

E.A.P Employee Assistance Program: Free legal services, financial services, will preparation, counseling services, and more.

Medical & Dental benefits. Select from two separate plan options offering flexibility when choosing a doctor, dentist or hospital. Both medical plans include alternative care as well as vision.

Paid Leave. Includes vacation & sick leave as well as 10 paid holidays per year along with judicial, military & bereavement leave.

Long Term Disability. 50% of salary up to $4,000 per month

Life Insurance. Provided by the city at no cost to the employee.
$25,000 for employee and $2,000 dependent coverage
$50,000 for sworn officers & $30,000 for non-sworn

Retirement. The city is a member of the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and may contribute 6% gross pay on behalf of employee each payroll period. The city also offers a deferred compensation plan.

Social Security. As provided by Federal Law.

Educational Assistance. Up to $500.00 reimbursement per employee per fiscal year for tuition and books related to current job description of employee.

VEBA. Voluntary Employee Benefits Account. The city contributes to a Health Reimbursement Account on the employees behalf. These funds can be used for medical expenses and pre and post retirement.

FSA Flexible Spending Account. Option to set aside pre-tax money to cover eligible health & dependent child care expenses.

Additional benefits may be available through the employee's employment agreement or collective bargaining agreement.

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U.S. Armed Forces Veterans: If you served in the U.S. Armed Forces, and are requesting to use veterans' preference points, please describe in detail your relevant training and transferable skills from your military service as it applies to the requirements of this position.
Enter N/A if you do not have military service.

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I have successfully uploaded a comprehensive resume and cover letter addressing why I should be considered for this position.

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Yes, I currently possess a current and valid Class B Commercial Driver's License

• Yes
• No

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I understand that communication with applicants will be via email and that it is my responsibility to check my inbox as well as my spam/junk email for communication regarding my application and recruitment updates.

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Posted Date: 9/19/2024