The City of Grants Pass is currently accepting applications for a regular full time Utility Worker I/II in our Collections division for the Public Works Department.
The primary duties of this position include operating a high pressure vacuum truck to excavate holes, unclog storm drains, remove debris from around pipes, clear catch basins and repairs cleaning hose as needed; completes sewer cleaning with the use of proper nozzle selection and pressure selection based upon the sewer pipe; inspects and assists with needed repairs of sewer manholes and pipes for cracked and/or broken interior and exterior structures. Inspects of pre and post-construction of street utilities; manages traffic by coordinating a traffic control plan, setting up control equipment and directing traffic to maintain traffic flow and work zone safety per OSHA regulations; and responds to customer concerns and complaints regarding sewer issues.
This position is covered in the Teamster bargaining unit and incumbents must live within a 30 minute drive of their regularly assigned work site.