Job Description
Field Construction/Maintenance Technician 1 Clean Water Services - 3.3 Beaverton, OR Job Details Full-time $34.56 - $36.29 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Employee discount Retirement plan Qualifications Grounds maintenance and landscaping equipment operation Computer operation Commercial truck driving Flagging for traffic control Stormwater systems Driver's License Construction plans Following blueprint specifications Desktop applications Power tools Data collection Safety standard operating procedures Hand tools Pipeline Full Job Description The Position The Utility Services and Operations Department is seeking multiple Field Construction/Maintenance Technicians for the Field Operations Division. This position operates, maintains, constructs, repairs, and/or inspects sanitary sewer and storm sewer conveyance infrastructure and associated system components including pipelines, manholes, catch basins, outfalls, culverts, water quality facilities, flow monitors, and rain gauges.
Additional Information:
Two Vacancies:
One vacancy in the SWM Surface Facility Maintenance Program , which focuses on maintaining storm water quality facilities by removing sediment, mowing, spraying, seeding, pruning, and/or planting. One vacancy in the TV/Flow Monitoring Program , which focuses on installing, operating, and maintaining flow monitors and rain gauges; retrieving, processing, and uploading data, and performing repairs and maintenance on mechanical and electronic equipment. Selected candidates will start at the bottom of the pay range. Candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be invited to self-schedule their interview. Please be sure to check your email for status updates. Essential Functions (The essential functions listed below are not intended to reflect all duties that may be assigned to this classification. The District may augment duties and/or essential functions at its discretion. Additionally, some incumbents may not perform all Essential Functions.) Maintain sanitary and storm sewer conveyance infrastructure including pipelines, manholes, catch basins, siphons, culverts, and outfalls using specialized sewer cleaning equipment. Construct, repair, and rehabilitate sanitary and storm sewer pipelines, manholes, and catch basins, using traditional and trenchless construction techniques; read and work from maps and construction plans; perform pipe laying and repairs involving excavations. Perform preventive maintenance inspections of sanitary and storm conveyance infrastructure; use smoke, air, or dye testing equipment to test for infiltration and inflow; inspect pipelines with computer based TV inspection equipment and document pipeline condition. Maintain storm water quality facilities by removing sediment, mowing, spraying, seeding, pruning, and/or planting. Install, maintain, and operate flow monitors and rain gauges. Retrieve collected rain and flow data, edit and manipulate into readable formats, and input into appropriate areas of District's server. Use safe work practices and follow all District and Departmental safety policies and procedures. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE OF
Materials, methods, and equipment used in public works field such as sanitary sewer, storm water, water line, street maintenance and repair Traffic control and flagging Construction and/or maintenance safety procedures SKILL IN
Use of hand tools and small gas powered tools Basic use of computer applications ABILITY TO
Learn to safely operate maintenance and construction equipment such as sewer cleaning equipment, street sweepers, TV inspection equipment, excavation equipment (loaders, trackhoes, and backhoes), dump trucks, and trailers Understand and follow safety practices, policies, and procedures Follow oral and written instructions Read and interpret construction plans and maps Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including co-workers, other District employees, and the public Learn, use, and operate work related computer applications Operate effectively in a team environment Communicate clearly and concisely EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. 6 months experience in public works, heavy construction, agriculture, landscaping, mobile equipment operation, surveying, field inspections, operating mechanical or electronic equipment. College level coursework or equivalent in engineering or environmental technology, civil engineering, surveying, geography, wastewater technology, construction technology, or related fields. CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must possess and maintain a valid state issued driver's license at time of hire. Candidates must also possess a valid state issued Class A Commercial Driver's License at time of hire or have the ability to obtain one within 9 months of hire. Candidates selected must possess the ability to obtain traffic control and flagging certification. DEQ Wastewater Collection Systems Operator certification (level I-IV) is desirable. In addition to the certification and licensure requirements listed above, some positions may require the following certification and licensure requirement: Confined Space Entry certification Additional Information Reasonable Accommodation Applicants who require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any phase of the application process should contact Human Resources at 503.681.3600 or TDD 503.681.3601.
Equal Employment Opportunity Clean Water Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, age, uniformed service, sexual orientation or disability in the admission or access to the recruitment process or any aspect of employment. Application Review and Certification Statement Applicants will be reviewed and evaluated based on qualifications including relevant skills, education, training, and work history. Supplemental materials including resumes, cover letters, and other attachments will not be considered unless specifically requested as part of the application process. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their application materials are detailed, accurate, clearly demonstrate how they meet the minimum and, if applicable, special qualifications for the position, and are complete at the time the application is submitted. Incomplete or inaccurate applications may be removed from further consideration or may result in disqualification from the application or selection process, rescinding an offer of employment, or termination of employment if discovered after hire. Application materials will be used to determine salary placement in accordance with applicable state and federal law, CWS Human Resources policies and guidelines, and collective bargaining agreements, upon extension of a job offer. Unless requested as part of the application process, supplemental materials provided will not be considered. By submitting your application, and any supplemental materials specifically requested by CWS as part of the application process, you are certifying the information you have provided is true, accurate and complete and have read and understand the above statement. Clean Water Services offers qualified employees the opportunity to choose benefits and plans that meet both individual and family needs. In addition to a competitive salary, Clean Water Services offers employees a comprehensive benefit packet that includes health coverage, Oregon Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS/OPSRP), flexible spending account, deferred compensation, paid vacation, holidays and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, goal sharing bonus, and more. Further information for full-time regular represented employees can be found here (Download PDF reader). Depending on hours worked and duration of the position, temporary employees may qualify for an offer of medical benefits, deferred compensation, and employee discounts. Temporary employees are eligible for sick leave at the rate of .0334 per hour worked upon beginning employment and may carry over up to 40 hours into the next calendar year.
