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.

Utility Worker I (Full-Time)

Salary: $4,030 - $5,144 per month ($23.25 - $29.68 hourly), 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

See timeline below for interview dates

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Response Time:

• 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.

Experience & Education:

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

Driver's License & Certifications:

• Must have a valid driver's license with 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).

Preferred/Special:

• 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".

Refer to the Human Resources section on the City of Central Point website under Labor Agreements:
General Services Bargaining Agreement represented by Teamsters Local 223.

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

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.

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

RECRUITMENT TIME LINE
It is our intent to follow this timeline as published. However, dates are subject to change.

Correspondence will be through email. Be sure to check your spam/junk folders.

February 13, 2026 - Begin accepting Applications

February 27, 2026 – (4:00 PM) – Final date to receive applications

March 3, 2026 - Invitations for In-Person Interview/Assessments sent via Email

March 11th & 12th - Interview Assessments

March 16, 2026 - Conditional Job Offers extended

Mid-April - Anticipated start date

IMPORTANT
:

• 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 reserves the right to select the individual who, in the opinion of the City of Central Point, 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 successful criminal background check, DOT drug screening, physical/functional exam (including vision and hearing), an acceptable driving record and thorough reference checks.