Public Works Technician (Surface Maintenance)

BASE Southern Oregon; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Long-term disability

HRA-VEBA

Job summary

BASE Southern Oregon is seeking experienced professionals for concrete and paving work in Medford, OR. Ideal candidates will patch, overlay pavement, and crack seal, and operate rollers, skid steers, screeds, and pavers on active projects.

Minimum education includes a high school diploma or GED with 2 years of equipment operation or related experience. A 1-year Construction Technology certificate may substitute for one year of experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of equipment operation or related construction/maintenance experience.
• One-year Construction Technology cert may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate paving equipment (rollers, skid steers, screeds, pavers).
• Perform patching, overlay paving and crack sealing tasks.
• Maintain acceptable driving record and CDL compliance.
• Work Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM (four 10-hour days).
• Report to City of Medford Service Center at 821 N. Columbus Ave.

Skills

Patching & overlay paving

Crack sealing

Equipment operation

Rollers, skid steers, screeds, pavers

Driving record awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Construction Technology certificate (1 year) may substitute

Tools

CDL Class A with tanker endorsement

Oregon driver’s license

Job description

We’re looking for experienced professionals with a strong background in concrete and paving work. Ideal candidates will have hands‑on experience with patching, overlay paving, and crack sealing, along with the ability to operate equipment such as rollers, skid steers, screeds, and pavers. A solid understanding of paving practices and principles is also important. If your experience aligns with these skills, we encourage you to apply!

Required Education and Experience:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
• Two (2) years of equipment operation, general construction, maintenance experience, or combination to successfully perform the duties of the job.
• Completion of a one (1) year Construction Technology certificate program may substitute for one (1) year of experience.

Special Qualifications:

• Possession of a Class A Oregon Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a tanker endorsement or the ability to obtain CDL and tanker endorsement within one (1) year of hire date. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon driver’s license within 30 days (ORS 807.020 (1)).
• Maintaining a CDL is a condition of employment.
• Ability to maintain acceptable driving record throughout employment.
• Must live within a 60-minute response time from the City’s Service Center located at 821 N. Columbus Ave.

Available Schedule:

• Monday – Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (four 10-hour days with three days off each week)

Compensation & Information on Benefits:

This position is part of the Teamsters Construction & Maintenanceemployee group.

The anticipated hiring range for the Public Works Technicianposition is$28.06(first step) to $29.47or $30.94(second or third step).The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, andqualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act.Sixsteps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.

Healthcare Benefits:

• Medical, vision and dental benefits for employee and family, paid at 100% by the City with the opportunity to buy-up to a lower deductible plan
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance – policy value of $50,000 paid by the City
• Long-term disability insurance provided by the City
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) contributions provided by the City

Retirement Benefits:

• Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee
• PERS is 100% fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employee’s (6%) contributions
• Deferred Compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for employee’s retirement planning

Additional Benefits:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• The City’s Wellness Program promotes physical, social, emotional, intellectual, financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually
• Access to the City’s fully equipped fitness center 24/7