Description Ready to Build a Better Milwaukie? Join Our Transportation Team! The City of Milwaukie is seeking dedicated, skilled individuals to join us as a Transportation Utility Technician II . If you're passionate about maintaining safe, functional, and accessible public infrastructure, and you thrive in an active, hands-on environment, this position is for you! Please review the T ransportation Utility Technician II job classification for more detailed job duties and qualifications. For this recruitment, we are only seeking candidates who qualify as a Transportation Utility Technician II. Essential Functions Transportation Utility Technician II (Journey-Level) This is a journey-level classification that offers increased complexity, greater independence, and regular use of heavy equipment. As a Technician II, you'll perform advanced maintenance and repair work on City streets and right-of-way infrastructure, taking direction from the lead utility technician.

Key Responsibilities:

Independently operating heavy equipment including backhoes, loaders, dump trucks, snowplows, and asphalt pavers. Performing advanced street maintenance, including paving, patching, crack sealing, and surface treatments. Installing and maintaining signage, pavement markings, and traffic control devices in compliance with MUTCD standards . Serving as a lead worker in the absence of the Lead Utility Technician. Assisting in training newer technicians in equipment operation, safety procedures, and inspection protocols. Education & Experience To be considered as a

Transportation Utility Technician II :

Education/Certifications:

High school diploma or GED Valid Oregon or Washington Class A CDL with Tanker and Air Brake endorsements Road Scholar II certification OSHA Confined Space, Competent Person, and Traffic Control certifications FEMA Incident Command training (ICS 100 and 700) required within six months

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience performing duties equivalent to Utility Technician I Two (2) years of experience in road maintenance and repair methods

Additional Information Working Conditions:

Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions with exposure to traffic, noise, dust, and hazardous materials. Duties require physical exertion including lifting to 50 lbs. and performing physical labor. Use of personal protective equipment required. Subject to emergency callouts.

Additional Information:

Must be able to respond to after-hours emergencies and participate in on-call assignments if volunteer program is not fulfilled. Ongoing training and certification may be required to maintain and enhance job performance.

Application Requirements:

To be considered for this position, all applicants must submit a complete application, including a complete work history.

Diversity and Inclusion:

At the City of Milwaukie, we understand that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all of our employees can thrive.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made, or any other status protected by law.

Accommodation:

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this process. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-786-7507.

Veterans' Preference:

The City of Milwaukie provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with state law. Any candidate wishing to have their qualifying veteran's preference applied to the process must submit a qualifying document (DD Form 214 or 215) at the time of application, providing proof of eligibility that includes discharge status. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs at the time of application, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

Hybrid Work Options:

This job class is not eligible for remote or hybrid work options in accordance with the city's telework policy .

Compensation:

The salary range for this overtime-eligible, union-represented position is $5,025 - 6,413 per month . The starting pay assignment will be based on an analysis of the successful candidate's related experience and education as documented on the employment application, in accordance with the city's pay equity policy and the Oregon Equal Pay Act.