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Public Works Seasonal Worker

City Of McMinnville
McMinnville, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 3/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/24/2026
Position Summary

This position supports the Operations Division of Public Works. Duties will include the most routine job functions to support projects and maintenance. Work will be closely supervised, and clearly directed.

Applicants must be 18 years old and possess a valid Oregon drivers' license.

These seasonal positions are scheduled for 40 hours/week with shifts available seven days a week starting April/May 2025 and will last through fall 2026. Shifts occur between 7am-3:30 pm.

Positions start at $19.89/hour with a COLA increase in July.

To apply, please complete an online job application and respond to the supplemental questions.

Essential Job Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Park Restroom Maintenance

  • Daily sanitization-cleaning toilets, sinks and high touch surfaces, paper stock replacement
  • Vandalism reporting and removal/repair
  • Proper sanitization practices for blood-borne pathogens

Park Cleanliness

  • Emptying Park garbage cans
  • Ground litter removal
  • Vandalism reporting and removal/repair
  • Sports field preparation in support of programing

Street Maintenance

  • Pavement marking installation
  • Crack sealing
  • Paving
  • Curb painting

Landscape Maintenance

  • Use of push mowers, hedgers, edgers, weed eaters, blowers
  • Herbicide application
  • Mechanical weed and brush removal

General Job Functions

  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies, and the public.
  • Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.
  • Maintain proficiency in job requirements which may include attending training and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility, which may require travel.
  • Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
  • Maintain confidentiality, data integrity, and comply with all related city, state, and federal standards related to confidentiality.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties as described. A typical way to qualify would be a high school degree and 6 months of work experience.

Special Requirements Or Licenses

  • Driver’s license valid in the State of Oregon, with an acceptable driving record.
  • At least 18 years old.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions

This position is designated as an essential employee role, requiring the individual to be available and responsive during regular working hours as well as in the event of unexpected situations, emergencies, or critical operational needs. This may include working outside of regular hours, including weekends or holidays, based on business needs.

The position requires minimal (20-40%) ability to use dexterity and fine motor skills assemble, build or repair machines or other objects. Occasional (21-50% of the time) use of office equipment. The position requires significant (60-80%) physical effort such as lifting, carrying, or movement, etc. Movements required to complete work require sustained speed, agility, hand eye coordination and equipment operation. The work environment has substantial hazards or obstacles (60-80%). There may be a substantial personal risk or hazard. Job conditions are uncomfortable, with substantial (60-80%) issues of confinement, temperature change, incident of noise, or interactions of a disagreeable nature, inside/outside work, dirty conditions, exposure to contagious disease, etc. Driving may be a major responsibility of this position.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervision of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. May provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel and may assign work to student workers.

Supervision Received

Works under the general direction of Maintenance and Operations Supervisor.

Additional Requirements

  • Required documents must be provided at the time of application. Please remove any personal information such as photographs, date of birth, gender, social security number, and other protected information from your documents. Documents containing protected information will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
  • Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history check, driving record check (if driving is required for the position), and education/certification verification. Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment.
  • The City of McMinnville does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.
  • Positions are subject to budget consideration and approval. For the candidate who is hired into this position, salary placement will be based on guidelines in the handbook or association agreement (as applicable) to assess education and experience. For this reason, please be sure to include everything in your application that you want considered towards placement.

The City of McMinnville only accepts applications through our online application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Mcminnville. We want you to be successful in applying with us. We highly encourage you to complete and submit your application in advance of the deadline. For technical assistance, please call (855) 524-5627.

The City of McMinnville is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation (e.g., assistive listening devices)

to participate in the recruitment and/or selection process should contact Vicki Hedges, Human Resources Director.

The City of McMinnville is proud to hire veterans.

Applicants are eligible to use Veteran's Preference in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Military personnel who expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status on this job application, may also request preference. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and they electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.

Documents Required

  • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) – OR – Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension. If you need to request a copy of your DD-214, click here.
  • Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/Pages/veterans-preference.aspx

The City of McMinnville prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at the City of McMinnville are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, ability, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state and federal law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

The City of McMinnville is dedicated to fostering a fair and inclusive environment in all aspects of our employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, retention, promotion, and training. We are also committed to supporting leadership development in the broader McMinnville community and working toward a welcoming and respectful atmosphere for everyone. We encourage candidates who align with these principles to join us in contributing to a stronger and more unified McMinnville.

01

Are you 18 years or older?

  • Yes
  • No

02

Are you a returning Streets or Parks worker with the City of McMinnville?

  • Yes
  • No

03

Are you able to work 7:00am-3:30pm, Monday thru Friday?

  • Yes
  • No

04

Are you able to work daytime shifts on the weekend?

  • Yes
  • No

05

Which division do you prefer to work for?

  • Parks
  • Streets
  • Either

06

Do you have a valid Oregon Drivers License?

  • Yes
  • No

07

I understand this is a seasonal position with hours scheduled during the Spring through Fall seasons.

  • Yes
  • No
  • Required Question

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