Public Works - Utility Worker I & II

The City of Central Point Public Works Department is accepting applications for Utility Worker I or II in our Water Division

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 24, 2024.

Click to apply for this position: APPLY

The Utility Worker I provides a variety of general labor duties for the Public Works Department maintenance and construction crews and serve as secondary level or back-up equipment operator in the installation, repair, maintenance and construction of the City's Public Works infrastructure.

The Utility Worker II provides a variety of general and skilled laborer duties for the Public Works Department maintenance and construction crews and serves as first level or primary equipment operator in the installation, repair, maintenance and construction of the City's Public Works infrastructure.

See job descriptions for more information, including physical demands of position.

Job Description - Utility Worker I

Job Description - Utility Worker II

IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT JOB DUTY REQUIREMENTS:

RESIDENCY: Within 180 days of hire employee will establish residence no more than 45 minute response time from the City Service Center. (235 S. Haskell St.)

WATER DIVISION: Must have cell phone reception and the ability to respond within 45 minutes to City Public Works facility at 235 S. Haskell St., Central Point for emergency callbacks and/or future On-Call rotation.

UTILITY WORKER I - CDL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record at the time of hire required; and within eight (8) months of hire possession of an unrestricted Oregon CDL "A" with endorsements required to drive equipment to perform the duties of this position and these must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

UTILITY WORKER II - CDL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a valid CDL "A" unrestricted with air brake and tanker endorsement or higher at hire with an acceptable driving record per City policy is required; and within six (6) months of hire obtain any other endorsements required to drive equipment to perform the duties of this position; and must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

UTILITY WORKER I minimum requirements:

• Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record at the time of hire required; and within eight (8) months of hire possession of an unrestricted Oregon CDL "A" with endorsements required to drive equipment to perform the duties of this position and these must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Some manual labor/general construction experience
• Ability to read, write and perform basic math at a 12th grade level
• English skills sufficient to communicate instructions and safety information
• Possession of current CPR/ First Aid certification within six (6) months of hire
• Flagger Control certification card within ten (10) months of hire

UTILITY WORKER II minimum requirements:

• Possession of a valid CDL "A" unrestricted with air brake and tanker endorsement or higher AT HIRE with an acceptable driving record per City policy is required; and within six (6) months of hire obtain any other endorsements required to drive equipment to perform the duties of this position; and must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
• High School diploma or equivalent
• At least three years of general construction experience including the ability to calculate slopes and grade elevations or a satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience determined to ensure the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the work.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic math at a 12th grade level
• English skills sufficient to communicate instructions and safety information
• Possession of current CPR/ First Aid certification within six (6) months of hire
• Flagger Control certification card within ten (10) months of hire

PREFERRED/SPECIAL:

• Public Works Construction Experience is strongly preferred (water/storm drain/streets/parks)
• Flagger certification preferred at hire
• Traffic Control Supervisor certification preferred at hire
• Air brake and tanker endorsement on CDL "A" preferred at hire

Pay and benefits are negotiated and codified in a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 223. A copy of the current Union contract can be found HERE

UTILITY WORKER I SALARY: 

$3,767 - $4,808 per month + any applicable incentive pay (max of extra $450/month)

Base Wage hourly equivalent $21.73 - $27.74, Grade 4P-NC – Grade 4P of the Compensation Pay Plan

Employee will remain at Step A until they receive the required CDL A, then would be placed at the appropriate step based on experience & pay equity.

UTILITY WORKER II SALARY (Must meet experience & CDL requirements at hire):

$4,030 - $5,401 per month + any applicable incentive pay (max of extra $450/month)

Base Wage hourly equivalent $23.25 - $31.16, Grade "5P" of the Compensation Pay Plan. DOE.

Incentive Pay available for additional Certification, Education and Bilingual ability up to a maximum of $450 extra per month.  Based on current collective bargaining agreement and eligibility.

Benefits Package: Full family medical with low deductible, dental, vision, and Rx insurance (employee cost of $169.30/month), City paid health reimbursement account, generous vacation and sick leave, twelve paid holidays plus two floating holidays, fully paid Oregon PERS retirement, life and long term disability insurance, fitness reimbursement, college tuition reimbursement program, employee assistance program; plus optional employee paid benefits: deferred compensation, flexible spending account, Mercy Flights, and additional life insurance.

More Details about the Total Benefit Package can be found HERE.

Application Procedure: Click  APPLY and complete the on-line application.

Only individuals who submit a complete on-line application prior to the deadline will be considered.

Once your application is received, you will receive updates on what the next steps in the process are via email. You must meet all of the deadlines provided. Please be sure to check your spam/junk folders.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you apply using INDEED or other application software, all required information may not be collected or transferred to the City's application form. To ensure a smooth application process you should apply using the above "APPLY" link. The City is not responsible for any missed deadlines or missing data due to the use of electronic application software. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE:

All notifications will be sent via email.  Please be sure to check your spam/junk folders:

January 12, 2024 - Recruitment posted – applications now accepted

January 24, 2024 at 4:00 pm – Recruitment Closes – All application materials must be received by closing

January 25th & 26th – Application Scoring/Screening

January 29, 2024 – Email Invitations for Interviews sent to qualified candidates – Check spam/junk folders

February 13, 2024 - Interview Assessments held

February 15, 2024 – Conditional Job Offer extended

February 16th to March 1st – Reference/Background checks, Physical Exam/Test

This timeline is intended as a guideline and subject to change.

All notifications will be sent via email. Please be sure to check your spam/junk folders

Selection Process: Applications will be reviewed by Human Resources and the Public Works Department. Candidates most closely meeting the City's needs will be referred for interview with final appointment by the City Manager. Selection procedures and timelines subject to change. Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country. Any offer of employment will be made conditional upon successful completion of physical-functional exam/test, pre-employment DOT drug test, acceptable driving, criminal background and thorough reference checks.

Note: Only those applicants who meet all of the minimum qualifications for the position as described in the position description will be considered. Meeting the minimum qualification does not guarantee an interview. The process is progressive and applicants must be selected to move to subsequent levels of the process. Qualified Veterans receive hiring preference as outlined in Oregon statute.

The City reserves the right to select the individual who, in the opinion of the City of Central Point, represents the most appropriate match for the City's needs at the time of selection.

Notes: The City of Central Point reserves the right to re-advertise or to delay indefinitely the filling of a position if it is determined that (1) applicants do not constitute an adequate recruitment pool; (2) candidates within the pool do not fulfill the desired qualifications; (3) the City does not have the necessary funds for the position at the time; or (4) it is for any reason not in the best interest of the City to fill the position.

The City of Central Point is a non-discriminatory, equal opportunity employer.