Public Works Aide - Public Works

Marion County; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Marion County is seeking an entry-level Public Works Aide to support multiple divisions with hands-on maintenance, inventory, and transportation tasks. The role involves working under close supervision on a set schedule, with opportunities to gain experience across fleet and facilities operations.

Responsibilities include maintaining light-duty vehicles, assisting in parts inventories, delivering parts, and operating shop equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework in math/engineering desirable.
• Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position.

Responsibilities

• Maintain light-duty vehicles by checking for damage, fluids, cleaning, and transporting between locations.
• Assist in parts inventories and order/pick up/deliver parts to various locations.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and pallet stackers for loading/unloading tasks.
• Transport Marion County staff to and from various locations.
• Assist the Fleet Specialist with vehicle licenses, titles, and DMV dealings.
• Support the Surplus process and assist in related duties.
• Assist Sr. Mechanic with transporting vehicles for estimates.
• May perform other duties and participate in basic incident command training as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Stamina

Hand tools

Engineering instruments

Math basics

Record keeping

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework in math/engineering

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Pallet stackers

Shop equipment

Job description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

The Public Works Aide is a general entry level classification used at Public Works by multiple divisions and programs. In addition to temporary employees, interns, college work study, or others in jobs programs whereby incumbents are performing developmental or experiential assignments may be included in this classification. Incumbents assist employees involved in a variety of functions that support the day-to-day operations of a division or program.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the close supervision of an employee of higher rank or manager who gives detailed instructions and reviews work performance.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of positions in this classification.

• Able to maintain Light Duty vehicles by checking vehicles for damage, checking fluid levels, washing, vacuuming, and transporting vehicles to and from several locations.

• Able to assist in the maintenance of parts inventories.

• Able to order, pick up and deliver parts to and from various locations.

• Able to clean shop bays.

• Able to operate equipment such as, but not limited to forklifts, pallet jacks, and pallet stackers for the purpose of loading, unloading, and transporting of various items.

• Able to transport Marion County Staff to and from various locations.

• Assist the Fleet Specialist in handling of all county equipment licenses, titles, and dealings with the DMV as needed.

• Assist the Fleet Specialist in the Surplus process.

• Assist the Sr. Mechanic in transporting vehicles for estimates at various locations.

• Able, when assigned, to assist other programs and departments with tasks within the scope of this position.

• Take part in chemical hazard cleanups for incidents on roads and road-related properties according to training given.

• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

• May participate in basic incident command training and drills to maintain proficiency in supporting EOC activities, including carrying out field work in connection with EOC operations. May be assigned clerical/support, incident liaison, or other duties at any location within or near the county. Emergency Management duties may require working long hours outside normal business hours, weekend/holiday work, and may occur with little or no advance notice.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

1. Graduation from high school, or equivalent and some college level coursework in mathematics, engineering, drafting, surveying or related area is desirable for some positions; OR
2. Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/
• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at:http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518
• This is a full-time position that is eligible for overtime.
• This position is represented by a union.
• Typical work schedule: Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm and Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, with flexibility to meet the needs of the department or program.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to work harmoniously with other employees; perform duties for extended periods of time, in all kinds of weather; use hand and power tools and/or simple engineering instruments; make simple mathematical computations and to keep accurate records; follow oral and written instructions accurately and efficiently; physically conditioned which enables safe and timely completion of duties of the position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; bends forward; climbs 1 floor of stairs; reaches overhead; lifts, pushes, pulls, carries and moves carts weighing up to 120 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks with a clear and audible voice; reads a 12-pt. font; hears a normal speech level; rapid-mental/hand/eye coordination; distinguish colors and shades; Works in areas that may be exposed to heat, mold, cold, dust, smoke, humidity, mold, antiseptic, disinfectant, noise, and chemicals. Works in areas that may be wet or uneven.