Job Description
Are you ready to build the future of Portland?
The City of Portland is urgently seeking a skilled and reliable Public Works Maintenance Specialist to join our high-impact Infrastructure Division. If you take pride in keeping our city running smoothly and have the technical know-how to maintain critical public assets, we want to hear from you today.
As a vital member of our municipal team, you will ensure the safety, functionality, and longevity of our roads, signs, and traffic control systems. This is a unique opportunity to serve your community with a stable, full-time career in public service.
Why Apply?
- Competitive Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour based on experience.
- Job Security: Full-time, permanent position within a stable government entity.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
- Pension & Paid Time Off: Generous leave policies and retirement contributions.
Join the team that keeps Portland moving. Apply now to secure your future with the City of Portland.
Responsibilities
- Maintain Municipal Assets: Perform routine inspection, repair, and preventative maintenance on city roads, sidewalks, traffic signals, and street furniture to ensure optimal safety and function.
- Operate Equipment: Safely operate heavy machinery, including dump trucks, street sweepers, and jackhammers, as well as hand tools and power equipment.
- Emergency Response: Respond promptly to emergency service requests and weather-related incidents, such as pothole repair and debris removal during storms.
- Safety Compliance: Strictly adhere to all OSHA safety regulations, traffic control protocols, and departmental policies to maintain a safe work environment for yourself and the public.
- Inventory Management: Monitor and manage departmental inventory, including ordering supplies and reporting equipment needs to supervisors.
- Community Interaction: Interact professionally with the public, contractors, and other city departments to resolve maintenance issues efficiently.
Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; Technical or Vocational training in a related field is a plus.
- Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in general construction, landscaping, or municipal maintenance work.
- Driver's License: Valid Class C Driver's License required; Class B License is highly preferred.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to perform physical labor including lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, kneeling, and working in various weather conditions.
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to follow detailed instructions.
- Technical Skills: Basic knowledge of traffic control devices and construction equipment is highly desirable.