Public Works Technician

Job description

The City of Springfield is seeking to fill a Public Works Technician position to perform tasks to maintain streets, sanitary sewer systems, surface and subsurface storm drainage systems, street signs and surface markings, equipment, and landscaped areas. Technicians drive and operate equipment and vehicles. Are you interested in learning but lack experience? The Operations Division provides an inhouse training program tailored for public works maintenance employees. Training includes vehicle and equipment operating, a curriculum designed for maintaining public infrastructure, and a great team to learn with. If you want a hands-on position that provides a positive impact to the community, you may consider applying! Do you already have some experience in operating equipment or knowledge of public works? We have a spot for you too! The Operations Division has a wide variety of vehicles and equipment ranging from dump trucks, backhoes, street sweepers, combination vacuum/jet trucks, hydro jet trucks, paving machine and much more. If you have operator skills and want to expand your knowledge into the wide variety of public works operations programs, you may consider applying. Minimum Qualifications for Public Works Technician I: ' High School Diploma or GED ' Must be 18 years old or older ' Valid Oregon Driver's license at time of appointment ' Oregon Commercial Learner's Permit must be obtained within 6 months of appointment (City provided training) ' Oregon Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B and endorsements must be obtained within one year of appointment (City provided training) *Public Works Technician II must meet the minimum requirements for the Technician I level and possess a minimum of three years of specialized experience related to public works and equipment. An assessment of skills and knowledge will be conducted during the interview and selection process. Physical Requirements: This position frequently works in varying outdoor weather conditions and frequently works near moving mechanical equipment. It requires the ability to lift objects that could weigh a maximum of 80 pounds. Employees with a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991. How to Apply: Please visit our website at https://www.springfield-or.gov/city/human-resources/careers/ and click 'Apply for Jobs' to learn more about this job and how to apply.