Water System Operator 1 (Public Utility Worker 1)

Job Summary: The City of Gresham is seeking individuals to join our Water Operations Division team and serve our community in a new role as a Water System Operator 1 (Public Utility Worker 1). Gresham team members work together to safely deliver potable water to our community. The Water System Operator 1 is an entry level position that assists in the installation, maintenance and repair in the City of Gresham water system. This role will work outside and receive on the job training while assisting other teammates installing, repairing and maintaining water related infrastructure including water mains, water services, valves, water meters and fire hydrants in a utility construction and customer service environment. We anticipate filling 2 positions from this job posting.

Job Responsibilities: What you will get to do:
• Assist experienced operators with the operation, maintenance and repair of the Gresham water system.
• Assist experienced operators in completion of Oregon Health Authority and Gresham Water Division goals.
• Maintain and care for Water Division tools and equipment.
• Learn through essential training opportunities.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Up to one year of related experience
• Valid Driver's license
• Good driving record (according to matrix below)

Required certifications:
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification is required within 6 months of hire

DRIVING MATRIX: You will be disqualified from this process if you possess any of the following driving infractions:
• A major traffic offense or accident that results in death or major injury.
• Driving under the influence (DUI) offense within the last 5 years.
• Have more than 3 moving violations within a 3-year period or more than 2 within a one- year period.
• Have more than 2 accidents within a 3-year period.

Compensation: $47,881.00 - $61,104.00 Annually

Apply Online! Required application materials:
• Complete online application(Do not type 'see resume' in any fields or leave work experience fields blank in the application template.)
• Answers to supplemental questions

For more details and to apply, visit: https://GreshamOregon.gov/jobs

If you have questions, please contact HRRecruiting@GreshamOregon.gov