Public Works Utility Worker

The City of Central Point is hiring Utility Workers! 2 openings | Water & Streets Divisions

These full‑time, hands‑on positions support the maintenance, repair, and improvement of the City’s infrastructure systems. We’re looking for reliable team players who enjoy physical, outdoor work and take pride in serving the community.

• Salary: $4,030 - $5,144 per month (DOE). Employees remain at Step A until the required CDL A is obtained, then placed at the appropriate step ($4,030 - $4,444 per month) based on experience and internal pay equity.
• Effective July 1, 2026: Salary range increases to $4,181 – $5,604 per month
• Final date to receive applications: 4:00 PM, Friday, February 27, 2026

• Must live within a 45‑minute response time of 235 S. Haskell St. within 180 days of hire.
• Reliable cell phone reception required for emergency callbacks.

• High School diploma (or equivalent) with basic math, reading and writing skills at a 12th grade level.
• Some manual labor or general construction experience.

• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable record ain unrestricted CDL 'A' with endorsements within ten (10) months of hire (City paid training).
• Must obtain the following within designated time frames from date of hire:
• CPR/First Aid (6 months).
• Flagger certification (10 months).
• ATSSA Traffic Control Technician (TCT) (18 months).

• Public Works Construction Experience (water/storm drain/streets/parks).
• Current Oregon Water Distribution Level I certification.
• Traffic Control Supervisor certification.
• Air brake and tanker endorsement on CDL 'A'.

Medical/Dental/Vision: Regence $150 individual/$450 family deductible plan. Employee pays 10% of the total premium (The employee portion for 2026 is $191.12 per month).

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) City paid Contribution: $145/month.

Retirement: Oregon PERS fully paid by the City.

Paid Time Off: 14 paid holidays, vacation starting at 80 hours/year and 96 hours of sick leave.

Additional City paid and voluntary benefits available – see attached Job Description and Benefits Flyer for more details.

• Complete online applications only – resumes are NOT accepted.
• If applying via Indeed or third‑party software, ensure all required fields transfer correctly. The City is not responsible for missed deadlines or incomplete applications.
• Applicants must successfully pass each phase of the process and meet all deadlines. We are not responsible for missed correspondence. Again, be sure to check spam/junk folders.
• Veteran’s Preference: preference is applied to qualified veterans as outlined in Oregon statute.

The City of Central Point reserves the right to select the individual who, in the opinion of the City, represents the most appropriate match for the City’s needs at the time of selection.

Notes:
The City of Central Point reserves the right to re‑advertise or to delay indefinitely the filling of a position if it is determined that (1) applicants do not constitute an adequate recruitment pool; (2) candidates within the pool do not fulfill the desired qualifications; (3) the City does not have the necessary funds for the position at the time; or (4) it is for any reason not in the best interest of the City to fill the position.

The City of Central Point is a non‑discriminatory, equal‑opportunity employer.

Any offer of employment will be made conditional upon a successful criminal background check, DOT drug screening, physical/functional exam (including vision and hearing), an acceptable driving record and thorough reference checks.