We are seeking a Public Works Utility Worker for assignment in Ontario, Oregon. The selected candidate will perform a wide variety of public works tasks in the construction, maintenance and repair of public streets and right-of-ways.

Hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

** This position has a pay rate of $18/hr **

** This position may have an on-call schedule **

- Operates all types of public works equipment: loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, snow plows, etc.

- Inspect, repair, and maintain public streets and rights-of-way, including street signs, pavement markings, trees and community relation projects

- Produce a variety of records and reports relating to these activities

- Perform required labor involved in the construction and maintenance of pavement cutting, crack sealing, base repair, sidewalks, curb, gutter, and wheelchair ramps repair, tree removal and snow removal

- Operate, maintain and perform minor repair to light and heavy equipment (backhoe, loader, chainsaws, welders, etc.)

- Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance of assigned equipment and tools by cleaning and checking equipment and tools before and after use

- Report defects or needed repairs to lead worker or supervisor

- Respond to various customer service requests and report findings to the supervisor

- Maintain good public relations through courteous and prompt attention to customer complaints

- Use utility locator service prior to any excavation

- May assist other Public Works departments as needed

- Report public hazards (potholes, fallen street signs, water leaks, etc.) to lead worker or supervisor

- A valid Driver’s License

- Some knowledge of maintenance, construction, plumbing or heavy equipment operation