Job Description
Join Portland's dynamic Public Works team and directly shape our city's infrastructure! We're urgently hiring dedicated municipal workers to maintain Portland's streets, parks, and utilities. This is your opportunity to serve your community with competitive benefits, stability, and growth opportunities in one of America's most livable cities.
What We Offer: Comprehensive health plans, retirement benefits, paid time off, and union representation. Work alongside passionate professionals committed to urban excellence.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine maintenance on city streets, sidewalks, and drainage systems
- Operate heavy machinery (e.g., dump trucks, graders) safely and efficiently
- Assist in park maintenance including landscaping and facility upkeep
- Respond to emergency infrastructure repairs during inclement weather
- Collaborate with cross-departmental teams on municipal projects
- Adhere to OSHA safety protocols and environmental regulations
- Document work activities and equipment usage accurately
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid Oregon driver's license with clean record
- Minimum 1 year experience in construction/maintenance field
- OSHA 10-hour certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days)
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in extreme weather conditions
- Basic mechanical knowledge for equipment troubleshooting
- Pass pre-employment physical and drug screening