Utility Worker I - Water Distribution

Newportoregon; Newport (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Newport is looking for a dedicated Utility Worker I to join their Water Distribution Division. This full-time position offers a chance to contribute to the maintenance and repair of essential water infrastructure, ensuring the delivery of safe and clean drinking water to the community. With a robust benefits package and bonuses for sign-on and retention, this role promises not only a rewarding career but also the opportunity to work closely with a team committed to public service. If you have a passion for construction and a desire to make a difference, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

$750 sign-on bonus

$1,500 retention bonus

Robust benefits package

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-year experience in construction or related field needed.
• Oregon Water Distribution I certification within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair water distribution infrastructure.
• Participate in monthly on-call rotation with a 30-minute response time.
• Ensure delivery of safe and clean drinking water.

Skills

Field installation of underground utilities

Construction and maintenance of heavy equipment

Customer service orientation

Use of hand and power tools

Interpersonal communication skills

Use of personal computers and software

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy equipment (e.g., backhoe)

Standard office equipment

Various software programs

Job description

The City of Newport is seeking a professional, reliable, and dedicated individual to fill the position of Utility Worker I in the Water Distribution Division of Public Works. Under the supervision of the Public Works Operations Superintendent, the Utility Worker position in the Water Distribution Division primarily ensures delivery of safe and clean drinking water through maintenance, construction and repair of water distribution pipes, hydrants, booster stations, metering devices, and other infrastructure within the public right-of-way and on public owned facilities and easements. The Water Distribution Division is part of the Public Works Department.

This is a full-time benefited position. The City of Newport offers a robust benefit package. Please click the link for more information: Benefits Information.

Placement in the job classification and salary range will be based on the knowledge, skills, experience, training, education, and certifications of the person hired. This position requires the individual to participate in a monthly on-call rotation, which requires a 30 minute response time.

$750 sign-on bonus to be paid at the end of the first full payroll cycle.

$1,500 retention bonus paid after working 12 full months for the City of Newport, subject to signing a repayment agreement if employment terminates prior to the two-year anniversary date.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. Minimum 1-year experience in construction or related field.
3. Oregon Water Distribution I certification within 18 months of hire.

Knowledge: Knowledge of field installation of underground utilities; construction; and maintenance and repair of heavy equipment. Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective/proper safety standards, practices, and procedures related to equipment operation, heavy labor, and the use of hand and power tools. Familiarity with the operations, materials, methods, techniques, as well as the Federal and State guidelines used in water distribution.

Skills: Skill in the use of personal computers, various related software programs, standard office equipment, heavy equipment, including backhoe, and hand and power tools. Customer Service orientation and skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills, strong oral communication skills with a variety of audiences.

Abilities: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City management, employees, Council members, other entities, and the general public. Ability to write work reports and maintain records and logs; read and interpret technical manuals, work orders, blueprints, diagrams, and sketches. Physical ability to perform the essential job functions, including the ability to frequently lift or move materials up to 30 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.

All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application system at: Online Application. Only complete applications will be considered. Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application. The City of Newport is an EEO and veteran’s preference employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under state, federal or local law.

All offers of employment are subject to successful completion of a pre-employment background check, reference checking, and in the case of safety sensitive positions, drug and alcohol testing.