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City of Tualatin

Street/Sewer/Storm Technician I

ORFull-time

1mo

Summary

The City of Tualatin is currently recruiting for a Street/Sewer/Storm Technician I to work in our Street/Sewer/Storm Division. The successful candidate will be able to effect a positive impact to the livability of our beautiful city by ensuring the City's vital infrastructure is kept in optimal working condition. This is an opportunity to make a difference in the community, find meaningful and challenging work, and learn and adapt as processes and procedures change.

The successful candidate will work outdoors performing a variety of duties on a daily basis. If you have an eye for detail, a commitment to performing your best level of work, and a desire to serve the community and provide a higher quality of life for our residents, then we encourage you to consider this opportunity to step into the public works field.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following: (these examples do not necessarily include all of the tasks the employee may be expected to perform.)

As a member of a crew, or individually, performs work related to the maintenance, operation, and repair of the City’s sewer, stormwater, and roadway systems. This includes preventative maintenance and reactionary repair and response to issues affecting infrastructure.

As a member of a crew, or individually, participates in road repair, setting forms for curbs and gutters, unloading and spreading street surfacing materials, and related tasks.

Operates a variety of vehicles and equipment as part of daily work. Drives vehicles and equipment that require a CDL. Completes CDL pre-trip inspections and follows all other protocol associated with the safe and correct operation of CDL vehicles and equipment.

Operates a variety of hand and power tools.

Cleans storm and sanitary sewer lines, manholes, and catch basins. This includes determining appropriate positioning of truck along with the correct equipment and method of cleaning to implement.

Operates truck to dump contents of storage tank at City Operation’s decant facility. Maintain and clean decant facility on regular basis.

Training and experience in confined space entry procedures. Ability to safely perform work in confined space when necessary.

Identifies, troubleshoots, and repairs, if necessary, deficiencies within the City’s sewer, stormwater, or street systems. This includes tasks such as: catch basin repair, storm and sewer line repair, traffic signs, street markings, and asphalt. Ability to exercise individual decision making for minor repairs.

Carries out routine inspections of City roadways, recording deficiencies and providing collected data to Supervisor for analysis.

Is knowledgeable in and follows traffic control procedures and traffic sign regulation requirements. Sets up and operates traffic area work zones in a correct and safe manner.

Properly uses safety equipment and follows safe operating procedures related to assigned work, including the handling of hazardous materials.

Corresponds with the public to address customer service issues and needs. Professionally responds to citizen requests and complaints, performs inspections and provides updates as appropriate

Able to proficiently use computer software related to position.

Responds when needed to emergency events that affect the City of Tualatin. This includes events that impact the normal operations of the City as it relates to the street, stormwater, and sewer systems. Operates equipment related to snow and ice removal.

Performs manual labor such as cleaning sediment from water quality facilities, installing and maintaining street signs, removing obstacles and debris from roadway and adjacent areas, and hand-loading and unloading all types of material.

Drives to job sites, city facilities, vendors, training programs, and meetings as necessary.

SUPERVISION: Works under the supervision of the Division Manager and may receive direction from a Street/Storm/Sewer Technician II or III. May perform lead work of seasonal or part-time staff and CE2 students. Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of this position.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, as-builts/blueprints, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Computer Skills: Ability to proficiently utilize Microsoft office, NexGen for asset management, and/or other software related to job functions. Working knowledge of data entry with laptop or hand held device. Knowledge surrounding use of City’s GIS applications.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Possession of, or the ability to secure the possession of within six months include the following:

  • Oregon Commercial Class A Driver's License, with Tanker and Air Brakes Endorsements
  • Traffic Control Certification, state certified in flagging
  • Confined Space Entry Certification
  • Forklift/Lift Truck Certification,
  • First Aid and CPR certifications

Must pass an internal examination demonstrating proficiency and knowledge of the operation and routine maintenance of the vactor truck prior to unsupervised use.

Technical Skills and Abilities: Ability to follow oral and written instruction. Ability to perform strenuous, manual tasks and to withstand exposure to variable weather conditions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public. Ability to perform tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Experience in or general knowledge of general maintenance and construction work, and sufficient education to ensure the ability to read and write.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform the following physical tasks:

Continuously: Lift 10 lbs, Reach forward, Manipulate Fingers & Feet,

Frequently: Lift 10-40 lbs, Squat & Crouch, Kneel, Twist, Reach Overhead, Climb Ladders & Equipment, Grasp

Occassionally: Lift 40-60 lbs, Carry up to 80 lbs, Push/Pull up to 100 lbs, Crawl, Dig, Balance, Climb Stairs, Pinch

Rarely: Lift 60-80 lbs, Lay Down

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly exposed to loud noise, excessive moisture, dust, fumes, heat/fire; frequently exposed to slippery surfaces, vibration, uneven surfaces, poor visibility/low lighting; occasionally exposed to confined spaces, working at heights, and chemicals.

How To Apply

Please visit our website at www.tualatinoregon.gov and select the "jobs" link. Apply prior to the closing date and time to be considered.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The City will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge skills education and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you think you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skillset for the role.

There are a wide variety of benefits available to employees represented by the Tualatin Employees Association. These benefits include: health, dental with orthodontia, vision, life insurance, voluntary life insurance plans, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care, an employee assistance program, and voluntary deferred compensation programs.

For More Information, Follow The Link Below

Tualatin AFSCME-Represented Employees Benefit Summary

01

How many years of paid/professional experience do you have in construction and/or public works?

  • 0-12 Months
  • 1-2 years
  • 2-4 years
  • 5 or more years

02

How many years of experience do you have performing strenuous manual tasks on a daily basis?

  • Less than one year
  • 12-23 months
  • 24-35 months
  • 36-59 months
  • 60 months or more

03

How many years of experience do you have working outdoors on a daily basis?

  • Less than one year
  • Between one and two years
  • Two years or more

04

Please mark below all the selections for which you have at least one year of experience.

  • Operating a backhoe
  • Driving a dump truck
  • I do not have at least one year of experience in any of these choices

05

Please select the type of drivers' license you possess.

  • I do not have a current drivers' license
  • Current Class C drivers' license
  • Current Class A (CDL) license

06

You have applied for a position with the City of Tualatin which is subject to regulation by the US Dept. of Transportation (DOT). Please indicate whether you have worked in any position covered by DOT regulations during the past three (3) years. If yes, provide specifics, If no, write N/A.

07

You have applied for a position with the City of Tualatin which is subject to regulation by the US Dept. of Transportation (DOT). We are required, based on the job requirements, to ask you if you have tested positive or refused to test on any pre-employment drug or alcohol test administered by an employer to which you have applied for, but did not obtain, safety sensitive transportation work covered by DOT drug and alcohol testing rules during the past two (2) years?

  • Yes
  • No

08

This position requires a Class A Commercial Drivers License. Based on the applicable State of Oregon rules and requirements, please indicate if you have, or are able to obtain within six months of hire, a Class A Drivers License.

  • Yes
  • No

09

Please select from below the training and/or current certifications you possess (check all that apply)

  • First Aid/CPR Certification (current)
  • Traffic Control/Flagging Certification
  • Confined Space Entry
  • Forklift/Lift Truck Certification
  • CDL Tanker Endorsement
  • I do not possess any of the above

10

Are you an employee at the City of Tualatin

  • Yes, I am employed by the City of Tualatin
  • No, I am not a City of Tualatin employee

11

Under Oregon law, veterans who meet minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for employment preference. If you think you may qualify, please read the following checklist carefully. Check the box for each item that is appropriate. To receive veteran's preference, you must complete this section, and attach the required documentation when you submit this application. Acceptable documentation is either a copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions, or as otherwise specifically noted below . "Active duty" does not include attendance at a school under military orders, except schooling incident to an active enlistment or a regular tour of duty, or normal military training as a reserve officer or member of an organized reserve or a National Guard unit.

  • I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for a period of more than 90 consecutive days beginning on or before 1/31/55, and was discharged or released under honorable conditions.
  • I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for a period of more than 178 consecutive days beginning after 1/31/55, and was discharged or released under honorable conditions.
  • I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for 178 days or less, and was discharged or released under honorable conditions because of a service-connected disability.
  • I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for 178 days or less, and was discharged or released under honorable conditions and have a disability rating from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for at least one day in a combat zone and was discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions.
  • I received a combat or campaign ribbon or an expeditionary medal for service in the Armed Forces of the United States and was discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions.
  • I am receiving a nonservice-connected pension from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating you receive a nonservice-connected pension)
  • I am not a veteran

12

Qualified Disabled Veterans - You may claim additional employment preference if you check at least one box in the section below and provide proof of eligibility by attaching BOTH of the following documents with this application: 1. A copy of your DD-214 or 215, Certificate of Discharge, Copy 4, and 2. A public employment preference letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. To order the letter, call 1-800-827-1000 and request a public employment preference letter.

  • I am entitled to disability compensation under laws administered by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs
  • I was discharged or released from active duty for a disability incurred or aggravated in the line of duty.
  • I was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in combat.
  • I am not a disabled veteran
  • Required Question