Sewer Collection Maintenance Technician – Public Works

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental

Life and AD&D insurance

Long-term disability

HRA-VEBA contributions

PERS retirement

Deferred Compensation 457

Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

Fitness center access

Job summary

City of Medford invites applications for Public Works Technician in Sewer Collection Maintenance. The role focuses on maintaining sewer lines, pump stations, and related infrastructure, with duties including equipment operation, underground utilities work, and on-call emergencies.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, plus two years of relevant experience; a Construction Technology certificate may substitute one year.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Two years of equipment operation, general construction, maintenance experience, or a combination to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, inspects, repairs, and replaces sewer collection systems and related infrastructure.
• Operates construction equipment and light to medium duty trucks.
• Performs manual labor, including excavation, grading, and handling utilities.
• Responds to sewer emergencies and weather-related service calls.
• Supports traffic control and work-zone safety during projects.

Skills

Construction equipment

Utility maintenance

Underground utilities

Pumping equipment

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Construction technology certificate (1 year)

Job description

City of Medford invites applications for Public Works Technician in Sewer Collection Maintenance. The role focuses on maintaining sewer lines, pump stations, and related infrastructure, with duties including equipment operation, underground utilities work, and on-call emergencies.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, plus two years of relevant experience; a Construction Technology certificate may substitute one year.