Utility Worker

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Job Title : Utility Worker

Location : Portland Operations Center

Pay : $24.73 / hour

Hours : Day Shift

It is recognized that the Company is engaged in a public service requiring continuous operation and it is agreed that recognition of such an obligation of continuous service is imposed upon both the Company and the Union.

Work under the direction of a General Foreman.

DUTIES : (Essential Job Responsibilities)

Work safely

Operate vehicles including forklifts skid steers half-ton pickups and passenger cars and trucks exceeding 30000 GVW.

Deliver barricades and parking bags hang door hangers deliver and pick up tools for crews.

Flagging for outages and other situations as needed.

Clean and maintain vehicles.

Perform daily housekeeping duties such as sweeping mopping cleaning garages and parking areas.

Shuttle equipment vehicles and personnel as needed.

Organize maintain and cleanup pole yard.

Work safely by knowing and understanding PGEs work practices ODOT regulations and other safety guidelines.

Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS : (Knowledge / Skills / Experience Required)

Must acquire and maintain a CDL Class A drivers license and maintain throughout tenure in the position.

Must acquire and maintain flagging certification and maintain throughout tenure in the position.

Must acquire and maintain forklift certification throughout tenure in the position

Ability to use appropriate small hand tools.

Ability to read and interpret PGE job sketches including materials and permitting information.

Availability and willingness to participate in storm and outage support outside of normal business hours.

Ability to meet physical requirements of the job initially demonstrated by passing a pre-placement physical exam.

Knowledge of applicable safety requirements and OSHA regulations.

Applicants who do not currently have a CDL flagging certification or forklift certification will be required to obtain them within the probationary period.

The position for which you are applying is covered under the Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations as defined in 49 CFR Part 40 and 49 CFR Parts 380 390 and 391 which became effective on October 29 2004. If you have been employed by PGE for less than 3 years once you submit your Bid you will receive a Supplemental Application form. The information you provide on the form related to the names and addresses of your previous employers during the preceding 3 years dates of employment reasons for leaving employment whether you were subject to FMCSA while employed whether your job was designated as a safety sensitive function in any DOT mode may be used and your previous employers may be contacted.

During the probationary period following reassignment to any job at least two progress reports will be completed. These reports will be discussed with the employee by his / her immediate supervisor and copies of each will be given to him / her.

Salary Range : $24.73 - $38.46

Starting pay is listed in the job posting above. Salary range determined by the current collective bargaining agreement and may include step increases based on time in the position.

PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company and at the same time support your well-being and professional development both now and into the future. To find out more click here.

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Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.

PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected valued and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race color national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation age religion disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation or would like to request one please notify the recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting or by calling . The recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.

To be considered for this position please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed job is open until filled.

Key Skills

Restaurant Experience,Food Service,GIS,Hand Tools,Lift Truck Experience,Construction Experience,Wastewater,Commercial Driving,Screen Printing,Operations Management,Sanitation,Power Tools

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 24 - 38