Find & Apply For Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Woodburn, Oregon

Employment Type Full Time Application Start Date 07-29-2026 Application End Date 08-07-2026 Location Woodburn Work Style On-site Industry Energy and utilities Category Skilled trades Position General labour or other school trade Experience 2 years Education High school or GED Description City of Woodburn is seeking a skilled and dedicated Utility Worker II to join our Water Division in the Public Works Department. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that plays a crucial role in maintaining and constructing our city's potable water distribution system.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform skilled maintenance and construction work on the city's potable water distribution system Operate a wide range of equipment including dump trucks, truck/trailer combinations, bobcats, loaders, forklifts, street sweepers, high velocity cleaners, hydro cleaners, flusher trucks, pavement breakers, asphalt spreaders, crack sealers, backhoes, rollers, and crane trucks Use power and hand tools such as compressors, generators, jackhammers, pressure cleaners, chippers, hydraulic pumps and jacks, and portable pumps Repair and calibrate specialized equipment like flow monitoring gages, rain gages, and water meters

Qualifications:

High school degree or G.E.D. Minimum two years of experience in public works maintenance, construction or repair in water distribution Oregon Water Distribution I certification Valid Oregon Class A driver's license with air brake and tanker endorsement

Additional Requirements:

Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test Ability to obtain and maintain certifications in Forklift operation, flagger duties, first aid/CPR, NIMS ICS 100, 200 and 700, excavation safety, and confined space Oregon Public Pesticide Applicator License or Oregon backflow tester license preferred, City will pay for obtaining license. Join our team and contribute to the essential services that keep our community thriving. to become a vital part of the City of Woodburn's Public Works Department! Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Woodburn grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application. City of Woodburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply