Utility Technician II (or I) - Stormwater bei City of Milwaukie, OR

About the Department

The Milwaukie Storm Division is responsible for cleaning and maintaining our storm infrastructure. We regularly clean our storm lines and use CCTV technology to inspect the lines using NASSCO coding, identify defects, and make repairs. This job involves using all types of equipment, including combination trucks, backhoes, loaders, dump trucks, and an array of hand tools.

The storm crew performs investigative work on cross bores, sinkholes, and for our public works crews, engineering department and consultants. The storm crew works closely with our Natural Resource division with rain garden maintenance and spill response.

This is an exciting job for anyone who enjoys working outside, using tools and equipment, and seeing the impact of their work through involvement in a small, close-knit community and workplace.

Depending on qualifications, this position may be filled at either the Utility Technician I or II level. Those hired at the Utility Tech I level will work toward the licensing and certification requirements of the Utility Tech II.
 
 For more detailed information, please review the Utility Tech I and Utility Tech II job classifications.

Position Duties

• Works on a small 5-person team rotating through a variety of duties including, but not limited to:
• Operating a street sweeper to clean streets and paths and the downtown core
• Repairing, maintaining, and inspecting underground storm lines using CCTV technology
• Cleaning catch basins, dry wells, and sedimentation manholes in compliance with the city’s MS4 permit
• Performing storm line locates as requested by internal and external customers
• Operating heavy equipment such as street sweepers, combination trucks, backhoes, loaders, and dump trucks, including those requiring a Class A CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements 

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience providing the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties of this position will be considered.  Prior work experience and educational requirements listed are typical ways of obtaining the required qualifications. Other equivalent combinations of education, training and experience will be considered, including unpaid work experience, on a year-for-year basis.)  
 
To be considered as Utility Technician II:

• High school diploma or GED
• Two years’ experience equivalent to that of a Utility Tech I
• Class A commercial driver license and acceptable driving history
• OSHA Confined Space and Competent Person certification
• Traffic Control certification

• High school diploma or GED
• Two years’ experience applying technical skills in general construction, maintenance, and repair work
• Class C driver license and ability to attain a Class A license within six months of hire and acceptable driving history

1.  Knowledge of maintenance construction and repair methods and procedures used in assigned area.
2.  Knowledge of safety practices and procedures applicable to area of assignment.
3.  Knowledge of safe and effective operating practices of light equipment used in assigned areas.
4.  Basic knowledge of and ability to learn about traffic systems, signs, and signals, techniques of flagging and traffic control.
5.  Basic knowledge of and ability to learn to operate power tools used in public works maintenance operations.
6.  Ability to perform heavy manual work under confined and uncomfortable conditions.

Other Qualifications

Application Requirements: To be considered for this position, all applicants must submit a complete application, including a full work history. To maintain the city's anonymous application review process, resumes are not required and will not be reviewed as part of the initial screening process.
 
Application Timeline: The application period for this position closes on October 12, 2025.
 
Diversity and Inclusion:  At the City, we understand that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all our employees can thrive. 

Equal employment opportunity:  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made, or any other status protected by law.

Accommodation: Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this process. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-786-7507.
  
Veterans Preference: The City of Milwaukie provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with state law. Any candidate wishing to have their qualifying veteran's preference applied to the process must submit a qualifying document (DD Form 214 or 215) at the time of application, providing proof of eligibility that includes discharge status. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs at the time of application, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
 
Hybrid Work Options: This job class is not eligible for remote or hybrid work options under the city's telework policy (Download PDF reader).
 
Compensation: 
If appointed as Utility Tech II,  the salary range for this overtime-eligible union-represented position is $4,926 – 6,287 per month. Based on an analysis of the successful candidate's related experience and education as documented on the employment application under the city's pay equity policy and the Oregon Equal Pay Act, the starting pay assignment would generally be no higher than $5,988 monthly.
 
If appointed as Utility Tech I, also overtime-eligible and union-represented, the salary range is $4,692 – 5,988 monthly. Based on an analysis of the successful candidate's related experience and education as documented on the employment application under the city's pay equity policy and the Oregon Equal Pay Act, the starting pay assignment would generally be no higher than $5,706 monthly.

A summary of benefits offered to City of Milwaukie employees can be found on the benefits tab of the job posting or the city's website.