Seasonal Public Works Field Technician

City of Hillsboro; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual pay incentives

Wellness reimbursements

TriMet Hop pass

Family recreation access

Volunteer time off

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

The City of Hillsboro is seeking a Utility Worker for Public Works to support Transportation Operations in outdoor environments, performing roadside maintenance and related duties with a team. Work includes tree trimming, vegetation control, mowing and equipment operation in various weather and terrain conditions.

Ideal candidates bring dependable work ethic, comfort working outdoors, and the ability to follow safety procedures while coordinating with crews and public inquiries.

Qualifications

• Some maintenance and repair experience specific to functional area of assignment; or
• Any combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of maintenance and repair duties as directed under supervision.
• Operates, cleans and maintains hand and power tools and equipment related to the area of assignment.
• Operates and maintains light and medium duty equipment and trucks (backhoes, loaders, pickups, mowers, tractors, brush chippers, etc.).
• Assists with pesticide application to turf and beds to minimize growth of noxious weeds.
• Observes safe work methods and uses related safety equipment as required.
• Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly condition; secures equipment at close of day.
• Attends meetings and training to stay current on principles and practices in assigned work areas.
• Keeps supervisor and designated others informed on progress and potential problems.
• Manages records and information in any format per statutes, regulations and city policy.

Job description

The City of Hillsboro is seeking a Utility Worker for Public Works to support Transportation Operations in outdoor environments, performing roadside maintenance and related duties with a team. Work includes tree trimming, vegetation control, mowing and equipment operation in various weather and terrain conditions.

Ideal candidates bring dependable work ethic, comfort working outdoors, and the ability to follow safety procedures while coordinating with crews and public inquiries.