The City of Cornelius has an immediate opening for a Utility Maintenance Worker. The person hired into this position will begin at Utility Maintenance I, an entry level position in Public Works or as a Utility Maintenance II if they meet certain qualifications. The person in this role will work on a variety of manual, semi-skilled, and unskilled labor involved in the maintenance, repair, and operation of the city’s water, sewer, storm water, and street systems. The position will also operate a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, maintenance field, and will perform other duties as required. We are looking for someone who likes to work outdoors, has the ability to work safely and ensure usage of proper PPE (personal protective equipment).
Bi-lingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS for Utility Maintenance I:
- Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities in the Position Description is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
- Education: A high school diploma or GED. Fluency in Spanish language desirable.
- Experience: One year of general construction, equipment operation, grounds maintenance or related experience preferred.
- Possession of a valid Oregon Drivers license, CDL preferred, and a safe driving record.
- Position is subject to a rotating "on-call" schedule, after training has been completed and may be assigned to altered work shifts.
- First Aid/CPR certification required within 1 year of employment.
- Flagger certification required within 6 months of employment.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS for Utility Maintenance II:
- Experience: Three years of general construction, grounds maintenance, operation of road maintenance equipment or related experience.
- Oregon Class A CDL and a safe driving record.
- Water distribution level 1 required.
- Wastewater collection level 1 required.
- NASSCO pipe inspection certification preferred.
- Confined space entry certification required within 6 months.
Please review the position description for the full scope of duties and responsibilities and the required knowledge, skills and abilities.(The full application packet can be found on the right side of this webpage or by clicking HERE)
How to Apply: Submit a completed City of Cornelius application, résumé, and cover letter to recruitment@corneliusor.gov or deliver to City Hall, 1355 N Barlow Street, Cornelius, OR 97113 by 5:00 pm Friday, November 14, 2025.