Utility Worker 1

Job Title: Utility Worker I

Department: Public Works

Reports To: Public Works Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-exempt, union

Union Position: Yes

Prepared Date: 3/1/2024

DEFINITION

Under direct supervision, performs unskilled and limited semi-skilled manual work in a variety of public works maintenance fields. Maintains and repairs property of the municipality by performing the following duties.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Reports to and receives directions from the Public Works Supervisor or other employee as designated. Exercises no direct supervision over other employees.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:)

§ Know and comply with all laws, policies, procedures, and safety practices as these relate to employment conditions and job duties.

§ Perform job duties in a safe and efficient manner that protects the employee, coworkers, and the public.

§ Respond to emergency call-outs within 60 minutes.

§ Perform weekend rounds on rotating basis.

§ Read water meters.

§ Monitor and record data concerning operations of water and sewer treatment facilities.

§ Assist in the installation and repair of water and sewer mains and other public works facilities.

§ Assist in operation of water and wastewater treatment plants.

§ Assist in patching streets with asphalt and gravel and helps repair water and sewer cuts in the pavement.

§ Hand sweep streets and alleys and load debris.

§ Load and unload rock, dirt, gravel, sweepings and other materials.

§ Assist skilled and semiskilled workers in varied construction and maintenance activities.

§ Operate automotive equipment, dump trucks, flatbed trucks and less complex machinery as part of regular duties.

§ Make minor repairs to buildings, fixtures, fences, etc.

§ Dig and backfill ditches.

§ Performs minor mechanical work.

§ Mow grass, rake leaves and trim weeds on town property and parks.

§ Dig flower beds and plants flowers.

§ Clean buildings, wash windows, and empty trash cans.

§ Paint interior and exterior walls and trim.

§ Install, maintain, and repair irrigation lines, landscaped areas, and park play equipment.

§ Operate a vehicle to load debris and roadside trash onto truck, and deliver refuse to landfill.

§ Remove and replace damaged traffic signs.

§ Report to work on time in the proper attire for outside work and perform duties diligently during all working hours.

§ Interact with the public on a daily basis and provide friendly and respectful customer service at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential job functions with or without accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam may be required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

§ High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and two years public utility experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

§ Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.

§ Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

§ Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, OR REGISTRATIONS

§ A valid State of Oregon Driver's License is required. Must have ability to obtain Commercial Driver’s License, with tanker endorsement, within one year of hire or promotion.

§ First aid and CPR certification

§ An ODOT flagging certificate is required.

§ Have or obtain Level I state certifications for water treatment, water distribution, wastewater treatment or wastewater collection within 1 year of first eligibility date.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

§ Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods.

§ While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; speak; and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit while operating a vehicle, writing reports, etc., and to taste or smell during troubleshooting or sampling. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

§ While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and adverse weather conditions.

§ The employee occasionally works in high places or confined spaces.

§ Work facilities may expose the employee to various conditions such as loudness, fumes, electrical shock, vibration, chemicals, or the movement of equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,981.00 - $4,758.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• On call
• Overtime
• Year round work

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Work Location: In person

Salary : $3,981 - $4,758