Job Description:

Posting closes on June 11, 2021 at 3:00 PM (PST) or upon receipt of 100 applications; whichever occurs first.  Interested individuals are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

The Eugene Water & Electric Board is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill a Utility Support Worker I position in our Support Services Department. The Utility Support Worker I performs basic traffic control set-up and traffic control/work zone flagging. They are also responsible for maintenance, general labor functions in EWEB’s Water and Electric Systems and operates utility service vehicles and other construction equipment as required.

Additional duties include delivering equipment, tools, or materials to job sites.  Performing minor maintenance and repair on tools and equipment. Performing a variety of construction and maintenance tasks such as brush clearing, cleaning construction sites, hauling and spreading gravel, shoveling, raking, operating electronic locating equipment, and other general labor activities as needed.

This position requires the following knowledge of:

• Laws and regulations pertaining to flagging, traffic control, and work performed within assigned area of responsibility.

In addition to the regular Utility Support Worker positions EWEB is also hiring four Limited Duration Utility Support Workers. Limited Duration assignments are for a minimum of six months and can last up to three years. This Limited Duration assignment is anticipated to last the full three years. Limited Duration employees receive full EWEB benefits.

The starting salary for this position is commensurate with knowledge, skills, education, and experience as it relates to the position.  The wage scale for the Utility Support Worker I is $19.30 to $21.45 per hour.

This position is subject to the terms, conditions and benefits of EWEB's collective bargaining agreement with IBEW Local 659.

Minimum Training and Experience Required

Minimum Experience: Six months experience working outdoors in all weather conditions, preferably in construction or roadway/traffic control environment.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid driver license: Yes. Class A CDL, or the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.

Professional license or registration:   Obtain Traffic Control Flagger Certification within 2 weeks of hire.

Post-offer background check required:  Yes

Post-offer drug test required:  Yes

Post-offer physical / functional test required:  Yes

Apprenticeship or other education/training required as a condition of employment, progression or advancement:  Obtain a First Aid/CPR card within 12 months of hire.

WORKING AT EWEB

EWEB offers a generous benefits package including:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage (EWEB pays 95% of premiums for employees and 75% of premiums for eligible dependents)


• Health Reimbursement Account (VEBA) and Flexible Spending Account


• Employee Wellness Program with up to $750 in program incentives


• Employee Assistance Programs


• Public Employee Retirement and IAP plans


• Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan


• Life Insurance


• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance


• Voluntary supplemental benefit plans


• Vacation leave, sick leave, and holiday pay


• Membership at EWEB Employee Credit Union


• Relocation/House Hunting reimbursement package for qualifying candidate

Why this Job:

EWEB offers employees a progressive work culture devoted to providing excellent public service. Our employees work in a fast-paced environment where creativity, innovation, involvement, teamwork and professional development are supported and encouraged. EWEB is also committed to providing a work environment conducive to the safety, health, and well-being of its workforce, and offers great benefits, including but not limited to health care, vacation and sick leave, pension, holidays, and employee credit union.  In fact, in 2019 EWEB was the #1 Healthiest Employer in Oregon and the #4 Healthiest Employer nationwide!

Equal Employment Opportunity

EWEB takes pride in our commitment to diversity and inclusion among our employees. We embrace and value differences of culture, education, experience, physical ability and unique perspectives in our workplace. We invite applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to diversity. Attracting, retaining and advancing talent from all sources strengthens our bond with the multifaceted community we serve.

Tobacco, Smoke, and Vapor - Free Campus Policy

EWEB fosters an environment promoting good health for both employees and the public. We want to enhance the quality of air, appearance, and employee health in and around EWEB facilities and equipment. Employees, contractors, volunteers, and visitors may not use, distribute, or sell tobacco.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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