Utility Worker 1 or 2
Public Works Utility Worker
City of Warrenton Public Works Department is accepting applications for a Utility Worker I or II
depending on qualifications and experience.
UTILITY WORKER I
Salary range 18: $3,865.73 - $4,473.99 monthly. An AFSCME union position w/excellent
benefits including PERS/OPSRP, Medical, Life and AD&D insurance, paid vacation, holidays
and sick leave. City pays employee portion of PERS/OPSRP.
UTILITY WORKER I MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Mandatory qualifications include
graduation from high school or equivalent, and possession of valid driver’s license with the
ability to obtain a commercial driver’s license within 6 months of employment. Must have
minimum of 1 year of construction maintenance experience in water, sewer, streets, or
stormwater utilities or equivalent.
UTILITY WORKER II
The salary is range 20: $4,265.61 - $5,184.88 monthly. This is an AFSCME union position
with excellent benefits including PERS/OPSRP, Medical, Life and AD&D insurance, paid
vacation, holidays and sick leave. City pays employee portion of PERS/OPSRP.
UTILITY WORKER II MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of valid Oregon
Commercial Drivers License (CDL). Twelve (12) months continuous service with the City as a
Utility Worker I, unless more time as a Utility I is required by the applicable certification to be
eligible for the certification. AND one (1) of the following certifications: Water Distribution I,
Water Distribution II, Water Treatment I, Water Treatment II, Waste Water Collections I, Waste
Water Collections II, Waste Water Treatment I, Waste Water Treatment II, Pesticide Applicator
Operation and NASSCO Pipe Inspection.
POSITION: Under the supervision of the PW Foreman, a Utility Worker operates heavy
construction equipment, power equipment and commercial vehicles. Duties range from semiskilled
to manual work in construction and maintenance of the City’s streets, dikes, stormwater,
water/wastewater distribution/collections and drainage system maintenance, meter reading,
installation and repair of water infrastructure, cross-training in refuse collection and other duties
as assigned.
IDEAL CANDIDATE: The successful candidate will have the ability to perform skilled
maintenance, construction, and repair work in the area of work assigned; perform heavy manual
tasks; work safely and adhere to established safety principles and practices; communicate
effectively verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with
employees, other departments and the public; work effectively in the absence of close
supervision; operate a variety of vehicles and equipment in a safe and effective manner; read and
interpret basic maps and blueprints; understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
Ability to understand and interpret operation and maintenance manuals, ordinance and
construction standards. Possession of a Pesticide applicator license is desirable.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: Strenuous physical work is
required which may involve lifting heavy objects, bending, twisting, working above the ground
in trenches or on irregular surfaces, usually outdoors in conditions that may be wet and cold or
otherwise unpleasant working conditions; occasional call out after regular working hours
required.
Resume and application are required. Application packets are available at Warrenton
Public Works 45 SW 2nd Street, Warrenton Or, 97146. Completed applications may be turned in at the Public Works Main Office or emailed to publicworks@warrentonoregon.us
Submitted application must clearly show how the candidate meets the minimum qualifications
and the items listed for an ideal candidate. Finalist are required to perform a in person practical
skills test prior to receiving a formal offer.
