Public Works Utility Worker Streets

City-of-Central-Poin; Central Point (OR); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

HRA City paid Contribution

Oregon PERS fully paid

Job summary

The City of Central Point is hiring a Utility Worker I in the Streets Division to support the maintenance, repair and improvement of the City's infrastructure systems. These full-time, hands-on positions require reliability, a willingness to perform physical outdoor work, and pride in serving the community.

Salary ranges from $4,181 to $5,604 per month ($24.12 - $32.33 hourly). Employees remain at Step A until the required CDL A is obtained, then placed at the appropriate step based on

Qualifications

• High School diploma (or equivalent) with basic math, reading and writing skills.
• Some manual labor or general construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and improve the City's infrastructure systems.
• Work outdoors in physical, hands-on environments.
• Support operations of Streets Division and respond to maintenance needs.

Skills

Manual labor

Education

High School diploma

Job description

The City of Central Point is hiring Utility Workers in our Streets Division!

These full-time, hands-on positions support the maintenance, repair, and improvement of the City's infrastructure systems. We're looking for reliable team players who enjoy physical, outdoor work and take pride in serving the community.

Utility Worker I (Full-Time)

Salary: $ 4,181 - $5,604 per month ($24.12 - $32.33 hourly), DOE

Employees remain at Step A until the required CDL A is obtained, then placed at the appropriate step ($4,181 - $5,604 per month) based on experience and internal pay equity.

Application Deadline:

4:00 PM, Friday, September 11, 2026

See timeline below for interview dates

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Response Time:

• Must live within a 45-minute response time of 235 S. Haskell St. within 180 days of hire.
• Reliable cell phone reception required for emergency callbacks.

Experience & Education:

• High School diploma (or equivalent) with basic math, reading and writing skills at a 12th grade level.
• Some manual labor or general construction experience.

Driver's License & Certifications:

• Must have a valid driver's license with acceptable record at hire. Obtain unrestricted CDL "A" with endorsements within ten (10) months of hire (City paid training).
• Must obtain the following within designated timeframes from date of hire:
• CPR/First Aid (6 months).
• Flagger certification (10 months).
• ATSSA Traffic Control Technician (TCT) (18 months).

Preferred/Special:

• Public Works Construction Experience (streets/water/storm drain/parks).
• Traffic Control Supervisor certification.
• Air brake and tanker endorsement on CDL "A".

Refer to the Human Resources section on the City of Central Point website under Labor Agreements: General Services Bargaining Agreement represented by Teamsters Local 223.

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

Medical/Dental/Vision: Regence $150 individual/$450 family deductible plan. Employee pays 10% of the total premium (The employee portion for 2026 is $191.12 per month).

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) City paid Contribution: $145/month.

Retirement: Oregon PERS fully paid by the City.

Paid Time Off: 14 paid holidays, vacation starting at 80 hours/year and 96 hours of sick leave.

Plus, More! Additional City paid and voluntary benefits available – see attached Job Description and Benefits Flyer for more details.

RECRUITMENT TIME LINE

It is our intent to follow this timeline as published. However, dates are subject to change.

All correspondence will be through email. Be sure to check your spam/junk folders.

August 27, 2026 - Begin accepting Applications

September 11, 2026 – (4:00 PM) – Application Deadline

September 17, 2026 – Email Invitations sent for In-Person Interview/Assessments

September 29, 2026 – Interview Assessments

October 5, 2026 - Conditional Job Offers extended

Mid-October Early-November – Anticipated start date

IMPORTANT:

• Veterans' Preference: preference is applied to qualified Veterans as outlined in Oregon statute.

The City reserves the right to select the individual who, in the opinion of the City of Central Point, represents the most appropriate match for the City's needs at the time of selection.

Notes: The City of Central Point reserves the right to re-advertise or to delay indefinitely the filling of a position if it is determined that (1) applicants do not constitute an adequate recruitment pool; (2) candidates within the pool do not fulfill the desired qualifications; (3) the City does not have the necessary funds for the position at the time; or (4) it is for any reason not in the best interest of the City to fill the position.

The City of Central Point is a non-discriminatory, equal-opportunity employer.

Any offer of employment will be made conditional upon successful criminal background check, DOT drug screening, physical/functional exam (including vision and hearing), an acceptable driving record and thorough reference checks.