PUBLIC WORKS TECHNICIAN 1

PUBLIC WORKS TECHNICIAN 1

Opening Date :

May 5, 2026

Closing Date :

Until Filled

JOB SUMMARY

This is a full-time, benefited, position involved with the public works for the City of Cedar Hills. The scope of this position is broad, ranging from duties which are somewhat technical to those which are labor-related.

DUTIES:

• Performs a variety of entry level duties related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of City water supply, transmission and distribution system; monitors pump stations, water tanks, and metering equipment.
• Performs all duties related to municipal functions which may include technical assignments, duties, or tasks.
• Conducts routine to complex inspections of public works projects related to general improvements to public right-of-way, earthwork, surfacing, surface restoration, water and sewer lines, manholes, storm drains, curb, gutter, waterways, sidewalks, signs, parks, etc. Install, maintain, and repair the same.
• Maintenance and repair of buildings, vehicles, and equipment.
• Discusses construction problems with contractor or personnel; evaluates scope of problems and determines alternate courses of action; exercises professional judgment where errors could be costly.
• Additional duties performed as necessary.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Able to work extended hours when necessary, including weeknight and weekend on-call rotation
• Able to climb into and out of trenches for inspections.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Able to perform strenuous manual labor.
• Maintain a current and valid Utah Driver License; current and valid CDL or able to obtain CDL within 12 months of hire (If you have a current, valid CDL, with tanker endorsement, you would be eligible for a $1,000 one-time bonus following 6 months of employment)
• Ability to work from blueprints and/or plans.
• Ability and skill in working as a team member in a team-oriented organization.
• Good communication skills, both orally and written, is essential; ability to deal effectively with staff and public.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• High School degree or equivalent, one year of maintenance/repair experience related to general maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, water systems, etc. Preferred
• Previous municipal experience in a Public Works, Water, and /or Sewer Department.

SALARY:

Starting salary is $21.00

• $27.

00/hour DOE. Benefits package includes paid retirement into State Retirement System, fully paid family medical/dental plans, paid holidays, paid vacation/sick leave, life insurance policy and 401k/457 Employer Contribution in lieu of Social Security participation.

SCHEDULE

40 hours per week + Additional on-call assignments In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Cedar Hills will make reasonable accommodation efforts for disabled applicants. Requests for assistance can be made by contacting the City office at 801-785-9668.

THE CITY OF CEDAR HILLS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DISCLAIMER

The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not to be considered a complete statement of duties, responsibilities and requirements. The City of Cedar Hills may revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time pursuant to the terms of the applicable provision of the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.00

• $27.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person