Seasonal Public Utility Worker 1 - City of Gresham

Gresham OR

Description

***APPLY ONLINE AT: www.GreshamOregon.gov/jobs*** The City of Gresham is seeking qualified and enthusiastic individuals work as seasonal Public Utility Worker I's (PUW's) in one of five divisions at the Gresham Operations Center (Stormwater, Transportation, Wastewater, Water, and Parks). There are several positions available. • All positions will start on May 3, 2021 and run through November 3, 2021 These are seasonal positions and not eligible for benefits, other than Oregon Sick Leave. In this role, you will receive good pay for hard work. You will also build a resume and gain experience that can equip you for a career in public works at the City of Gresham or elsewhere. You will have a steady, set work schedule. Your work will directly benefit community members and visitors. You may be a good fit for this job if you: • Like physical labor working outdoors in varying weather conditions • Have a strong work ethic • Have integrity • Have a friendly personality to interact with citizens • Can work in a team or independently • Have construction and or landscaping background Gresham, the fourth largest city in the state of Oregon, is located between Portland and Mount Hood near the scenic Columbia River Gorge. The City boasts a proud, diverse and growing population. These positions play an important role in the daily infrastructure maintenance and repair needs of the community. If you are looking to make a difference, then this is for you! Learn more by watching this short video: As a Public Utility Worker, you will be responsible for performing regular and recurring installation, maintenance, repair and testing activities on the City's sewer, storm water, streets, water systems, parks, and related facilities. You will need to operate a variety of tools and equipment such as: shovels, picks, tapping machine, power hacksaws, drills, welders, jackhammers, compressors, portable concrete saws, hand and riding mowers, powered edgers, back-pack blowers, weed-eaters, powered pole-saws, chainsaws, skill saws, pressure washers, and brush chippers. We want people who are willing to learn, work hard, show up on time each day with a good attitude, and can get along well with others while taking direction from supervisors. We will train people on all tasks to be performed. Seasonal employees support good roadways, clean water delivery, inviting park systems and environmentally sound processing of storm water and sewer waste. For some work tasks, you may operate heavy equipment including pavers, rollers, small dump trucks, front loaders and tractors. Work is performed both alone and as part of a team; mostly outside in varying weather conditions for long periods of time. There may be exposure to loud noises, sewer systems, hot tar and asphalt, gasses, fumes, paint chemicals and pesticides, and some risk of physical hazard from equipment. This position involves constant movement and some lifting of heavy objects. Shifts may involve 10-hour days 4 days per week and/or weekends and holidays. Schedules will be discussed at time of hire. Qualifications: Knowledge of or commitment to learn: • Basic maintenance and repair methods and procedures used in assigned area. • Safety practices and procedures applicable to area of assignment. • Safe and effective operating practices of light equipment used in assigned area. • Electricity and electrically charged equipment and facilities. • Computers and computer applications Ability to: • Operate light equipment and power tools used in public works maintenance operations. • Work independently or as part of a crew. • Perform heavy manual work under confined and uncomfortable conditions. • Understand and follow oral and written instructions. • Communicate effectively and courteously with City employees and the public. • Read and follow maps • Keep written records • Ability to work in environments requiring the use of a respirator. • Demonstrate pre-trip inspections and display practical driving skills. Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job. Minimum Qualifications: • Must be a high school graduate or have passed the GED test of equivalency. • Must possess a valid driver's license. • Must possess a good driving record (based on our driving matrix as listed below) • Must understand instructions in English, both orally and in writing. • Must be at least 18 years of age by the date of the hire. • Must possess the physical ability to lift objects and equipment ranging from 25 to 85 pounds and perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. • Communicate effectively Preferred Qualifications: • Demonstrated manual labor work experience • Experience working outdoors • Experience with landscaping and/or construction Driving Matrix: You will be disqualified from this process if you possess any of the following driving infractions: • A major traffic offense or accident that results in death or major injury. • Driving under the influence (DUI) offense within the last 5 years. • Have more than 3 moving violations within a 3-year period or more than 2 within a one- year period. • Have more than 2 accidents within a 3-year period. ***APPLY ONLINE AT: www.GreshamOregon.gov/jobs***