Utility Worker 1

~ A Current iMatchSkills® account is required prior to referral to the employer ~*** Reside within a 30 minute commute of the job site to ensure timely response to emergency calls, in accordance with applicable state / federal employment regulations ***Utility Worker 1 is the entry-level class. Initially under direct supervision, incumbents learn & perform a variety of semi-skilled / skilled duties in the construction, maintenance & repair of the water distribution systems & related facilities. This position is alternately staffed with Utility Worker II, & incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience & demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications for the higher-level class.Minimum Requirements:-High school diploma or GED; proof or transcripts will be required-Eighteen (18) years of age-No experience necessary this employer is willing to train qualified candidate-Have or obtain Water Distribution 1 certification after one (1) year of on-the-job training-Valid Oregon driver's license to drive company vehicles to service areasPreferred (not required):-Prior experience in maintenance / repair, construction or related fieldJob Duties:-Performs skilled / semi-skilled work in the construction, installation, repair & maintenance of water distribution system mains, service lines & related facilities / equipment.-Operation of motorized vehicles / equipment, including trucks, track-hoes & related equipment-Understand & follow the tools, methods, techniques, & safety practices used in maintaining water distribution facilities-Shop & field arithmetic methods, techniques & safety precautions necessary to meet the requirements of the position-Perform skilled tasks in the maintenance of water distribution-Operate the tools & equipment common to utility construction & maintenance-Follow & carry out oral / written instructions-Work from rough sketches, blueprints & diagrams-Use independent judgment & exercise initiative in daily work activities-Estimate necessary equipment & materials to complete work assignments & deal effectively with the public; respond to complaints / inquiries-Any other duties as assignedEmployer Notes:- This job description listed is intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed - The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the class; see the employer for a full job description-This employer conducts a drug test, a background check & a DMV records check before first day of employment; pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing, & follow-up testingPay / Benefits:-$17 to $23 per hour depending on experience-Sick pay, retirement plan & paid vacation-Employees become eligible for a $500 health stipend after 90 days of employment; the stipend may be used at their discretion