Utility Worker Entry/I/II Wage $26.78

• $32.96/hour depending on qualifications/licenses
• Hourly incentives given for qualifying water and wastewater licenses above minimum Open Until Filled
• First Review Friday, August 14, 2026 Job Summary Under the daily direction of the Superintendent
• Public Works, or others as assigned by the Public Works Director, the principal function of an employee in this class is to work with a crew or individually in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the City's utility systems, rights-of-way, roads, buildings, parks, and other facilities.

Examples of Duties Assist with or perform tasks related to wastewater collection: Maintain and repair wastewater collection system facilities, including lift stations, wet wells, and pumps. Operate jet-vacuum truck and high-pressure hoses to maintain lines and manholes, to remove blockages, cleaning of grease and debris from manholes, wet wells, etc. Excavating for installation, removal, repair, or replacement of wastewater lines. Locate and mark Digline requests accurately and respond to emergency requests as needed. Protect/raise manholes covered by overlay or other road projects Operate a variety of equipment including but not limited to jet-vacuum truck, backhoe, loader, dump truck, power and hand tools View records related to lift stations and the collection system with regards to maintenance and other repair activities Assist with or perform water distribution system tasks: Meter reading activities, installation and maintenance of water mains, water services, fire hydrants, etc. Operate a variety of equipment including but not limited to jet-vacuum truck, backhoe, loader, dump truck, power and hand tools Contribute to the maintenance of city roads, sidewalks, and rights-of-way: Road surfaces for patching, overlay, paving, chip seal, pothole repair, sink holes, and other issues Maintenance of storm drains, street signs, and sidewalks. Operate a variety of equipment including but not limited to jet-vacuum truck, backhoe, loader, dump truck, snowplows, power and hand tools Any other duties, tasks, or assignments as directed by Public Works Director. Minimum Requirements

• All levels Graduation from high school or equivalent. Possession of valid Idaho or Oregon Driver License, with a satisfactory driving record to maintain insurability. Eligible for Idaho DOPL Water and Wastewater licensure Must be available for standby and emergency call outs While on call, must be able to respond within 60 minutes Additional Licenses and Certification Requirements
• Utility Worker I Possession of valid Idaho or Oregon Class B commercial driver's license. Possession of Idaho DOPL Drinking Water Distribution Operator Level 1 License (DWD-1) Possession of Idaho DOPL Wastewater Collections Operator Level 1 License (WWC-1) Additional Licenses and Certification Requirements
• Utility Worker II Possession of valid Idaho or Oregon Class B commercial driver's license.

Possession of Idaho DOPL Drinking Water Distribution Operator Level 2 License (DWD-2) Possession of Idaho DOPL Wastewater Collections Operator Level 2 License (WWC-2) Visit https://www.fruitland.org/jobs for more information and to obtain an application. Only City of Fruitland applications will be accepted. Only those selected for an interview/practical will be notified by the City of Fruitland. Please allow two weeks after closing for notification.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$26.78

• $32.

96 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person