Utility Worker

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; Rufus (OR); On-site; USD 54,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Oregon seeks a utility laborer at a hydro-electric power plant. You will support operation, maintenance, and repair of facilities and equipment, performing laborer tasks that may involve manual skills and operating light machinery.

You will assist journey-level trades workers and other crews, carrying out directed tasks to keep the project running safely and efficiently. The role provides exposure to diverse trades and hands-on experience in a critical public

Qualifications

• Laborer tasks requiring manual skill.
• Assist journey level skilled trades workers.

Responsibilities

• Assist workers of the various skilled trades by performing individual tasks as directed by the journey level worker to whom assigned.

Skills

Manual labor

Equipment operation

Job description

• Hiring Agency: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

About the Position: Performs a variety of utility labor tasks at a hydro-electric power plant in connection with the operation, maintenance, and repair of the power project facilities and equipment ranging from laborer tasks requiring manual skill and equipment operation up to directly assisting journey level skilled trades workers.

Key Responsibilities

Assist workers of the various skilled trades at the project by performing individual tasks as directed by the journey level worker to whom assigned.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $47.27 – $47.27/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-13.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.