Salary: $28.33 - $37.96 Hourly

Location : Operations Center, OR

Job Type: Full time

Job Number: FY24/25-01040

Department: Public Works

Division: Operations Storm Maintenance

Opening Date: 12/11/2024

Closing Date: 1/5/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

The Position

From paving roads and ensuring safe, clean drinking water to keeping downtown flowers blooming, our Public Works team is dedicated to keeping Beaverton moving and thriving. Be part of the team that powers our city forward-join us today!

The Storm Maintenance Division constructs, repairs, and maintains the city's stormwater systems. The team is filling two positions: a Technician and an Equipment Operator. The Technician performs and assists with regular and recurring maintenance of city stormwater and wastewater collections infrastructure. The Equipment Operator uses a variety of heavy equipment to facilitate those projects and will primarily operate a CCTV truck to perform inspections on underground infrastructure.

If you have construction, utilities, or equipment operation experience and would like to help keep the city's waterways and collections systems safe and clean, please apply!

These positions are full-time, non exempt, SEIU classified, and DOT-covered. Individuals in these positions will be subject to random drug screens and breath alcohol tests in accordance with DOT guidelines. There are two Technician vacancies and three Equipment Operator vacancies.

Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Beaverton's online portal. You will need to fill out your work history and respond to several supplemental questions. Your education, skills, and experience will be evaluated using the main application form and supplemental questions; a resume and cover letter are not required and do not substitute for a complete application and work history.

Responsibilities

Technician

• Install, maintain, and repair utility lines. Set up traffic control safety zones. Perform flagging functions. Inspect and test lines using a variety of equipment and chemicals.
• Assist equipment operator with the operation of equipment. Install various cutting attachments including field repairs to machine and device adjustments. Maintain equipment and tools.
• Assist in the maintenance and installation of Vegetated Water Quality Facilities.
• Set up shoring and enter confined spaces. Keep records of confined space entry and equipment in good working order.
• Update GIS maps used in field, documenting new or deficient information.
• Employees schedule may change with minimal notice for emergency response needs.
• Other duties outlined in the classification.

Equipment Operator

• Operate vehicles, tools and equipment required for maintenance of stormwater & Wastewater department.
• Perform duties of Utility Worker and Operations Technician as required.
• Ensure proper functioning of all electrical components. Use computer and TV to ensure recording quality of underground utilities.
• Coordinate the repair of sanitary sewer/storm drainage systems requiring excavation and retrofitting of sections of pipe, and replacement or addition of manholes, pollution control devices or catch basin structures.
• Install, construct, maintain and repair City utility lines. Inspect and test lines utilizing a variety of large and small equipment and chemicals. Read and analyze engineering as-builts to ensure proper installation.
• Read and analyze recorded mapping systems and footage for use on replacement projects.
• Provide leadership to crew and resolve site issues in absence of crew lead. Organize site approach. Maintain safe worksite.
• Inspect installations and communicate with City engineering, planning, and project lead. Complete as-builts and report findings to engineers.
• Oversee and/or set up traffic control for work sites. Perform flagging functions.
• Other duties outlined in the classification.

Qualifications

Public Works Technician
Minimum qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, and
• 3 years of experience in operations, installation, construction, repair, and maintenance of street structures, or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience enabling the incumbent to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing and special requirements

• Valid driver's license and the ability to meet the city's driving standards.
• Class B Commercial Driver's License with tank endorsement within 360 days of hire.
• Oregon Department of Environmental Quality Wastewater Operator level I certification within 1 year of hire.
• Ability to pass reference checks and satisfy the requirements of a background check, physical exam, and pre-employment drug screen.

Equipment Operator
Minimum qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and
• 4 years of experience in operations, installation, construction, repair, and maintenance of street structures, with one year operating heavy equipment, or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience enabling the incumbent to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing and special requirements

• Valid driver's license and ability to meet the city's driving standards.
• Oregon Department of Environmental Quality Wastewater Operator level II certification within 1 year of hire.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License with tank endorsement within 360 days of hire.
• Ability to pass reference checks and satisfy the requirements of a background check, physical exam, and pre-employment drug screen.

The City of Beaverton is committed to supporting a culture of accountability, equity and inclusion for all, especially marginalized groups. We pledge to continue the ongoing, difficult and essential work needed to address institutional racism and historical inequities in all forms.

Beaverton is a diverse city, boasting a large population of qualified persons, including women, veterans, Black, Indigenous and people of color, persons with disabilities, generational groups, persons who speak many languages and are of diverse national origins.

Studies have shown that many candidates, especially women, are less likely to apply for a job if they do not believe they meet 100% of the hiring criteria. The city's talent acquisition goals include hiring the candidate who is best able to meet the performance objectives of the role. We therefore encourage persons with non-traditional skill sets and experiences to apply, even if you believe you do not meet 100% of the qualifications and hiring criteria described.

Compensation

Wage range:

• Technicians: $26.41 - $35.39 hourly
• Operators: $28.33 - $37.96 hourly

Starting rate will be determined depending on relevant work experience as outlined in the Equal Pay Act. New hires who meet minimum requirements will start at step one. Higher steps may be offered to those who have additional years of directly related experience to the position within the posted wage range.

Total compensation package and benefitsIn addition to competitive pay, the city offers a wide variety of benefits to regular employees which make up an exceptional total compensation package.

The city pays the full retirement contribution to PERS including the employee portion; provides employees with an opportunity to participate in a deferred compensation retirement plan; makes available a public service loan forgiveness program and tuition reimbursement program; and offers excellent health, dental, vision and life

Additional benefits include excellent , PTO cash out options, wellness programs and incentives, a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) VEBA with 3% employer contributions, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and bilingual pay premiums.

The City of Beaverton provides a generous benefit package, including excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage; and employer-paid PERS retirement. Learn more about your options and employee-based benefits by clicking the link below.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

02

How many years of experience do you have in construction and/or public works operations?

• Less than 3 years
• 3-4 years
• 4-6 years
• More than 6 years
• None of the above

03

Do you have a valid driver's license and ability to meet city driving standards?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)?

• Yes, I have a CDL-A
• Yes, I have a CDL-B
• No, I do not have a CDL

05

Which position(s) would you like to be considered for? Select as many as apply.

• Public Works Technician
• Public Works Equipment Operator

06

Describe your experience with street construction, repair, and maintenance.

Required Question