Job Description

JOB

The City of McMinnville is in search of Utility Worker IIs for the Water Reclamation Facility. This position operates, maintain, construct, repair, and/or inspect sanitary sewer and storm sewer conveyance infrastructure and associated system components including pipelines, manholes, catch basins, outfalls and culverts. transporting contaminated soil and raw sewage for proper disposal; repairing asphalt and concrete; hazardous spill response; following all safety policies and procedures; and responding to emergencies. Utility Worker II's may provide lead direction to Utility Worker I's but do not exercise supervision over any positions. Utility Worker II's are supervised by the Wastewater Services Supervisor. Please submit your application by end-of-day on Thursday, November 6th.



EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

ESSENTIAL JOB 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.Controlling traffic, including signing, placing cones, and flagging in and around the job site location.Working closely with coworkers as part of a team.Entering confined spaces, including manholes when performing routine maintenance duties.Responds to emergencies involving collection systems, streets, and park maintenance.Carries an after-hours pager on a rotating basis. GENERAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies, and the public.Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification. Participate in committees when requested.Maintain proficiency in job requirements which may include attending training and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility, which may require travel.Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner.Maintain confidentiality, data integrity, and comply with all related city, state, and federal standards related to confidentiality.



SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position is designated as an essential employee role, requiring the individual to be available and responsive during regular working hours as well as in the event of unexpected situations, emergencies, or critical operational needs. This may include working outside of regular hours, including weekends or holidays, based on business needs.The position requires regular (60-80%) ability to use dexterity and fine motor skills assemble, build or repair machines or other objects. Frequent (51-80% of the time) use of office equipment. The position requires continuous (80+%) physical effort such as lifting, carrying, or movement, etc. Movements required to complete work require continuous speed, agility, hand eye coordination and equipment operation. The work environment has constant hazards or obstacles (80+%). There may be a high personal risk or hazard. Job conditions are constantly uncomfortable, with consistent (80+%) issues of confinement, temperature change, incident of noise, or interactions of a disagreeable nature, inside/outside work, dirty conditions, exposure to contagious disease, etc. Position may require regular responsibility for driving. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervision of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. May provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel and may assign work to student workers.SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general direction of the Wastewater Services Conveyance Supervisor.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Required documents must be provided at the time of application. Please remove any personal information such as photographs, date of birth, gender, social security number, and other protected information from your documents. Documents containing protected information will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history check, driving record check (if driving is required for the position), and education/certification verification. Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment.Finalists for this position will be subject to a pre-employment physical exam in accordance with the posted job duties.The City of McMinnville does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.Positions are subject to budget consideration and approval. For the candidate who is hired into this position, salary placement will be based on guidelines in the handbook or association agreement (as applicable) to assess education and experience. For this reason, please be sure to include everything in your application that you want considered towards placement. The City of McMinnville only accepts applications through our online application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Mcminnville. We want you to be successful in applying with us. We highly encourage you to complete and submit your application in advance of the deadline. For technical assistance, please call (855) 524-5627. The City of McMinnville is an equal opportunity employer.Applicants with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation (e.g., assistive listening devices)to participate in the recruitment and/or selection process should contact Vicki Hedges, Human Resources Director. The City of McMinnville is proud to hire veterans.Applicants are eligible to use Veteran's Preference in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Military personnel who expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status on this job application, may also request preference. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and they electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) - OR - Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension. If you need to request a copy of your DD-214, click here. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/Pages/veterans-preference.aspx The City of McMinnville prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at the City of McMinnville are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, ability, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state and federal law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.