Now Hiring Public Works Utility II Position

Public Works Utility II Employee

The City of Harrisburg seeks a motivated, hardworking and experienced individual to be part of our Public Works team as a Utility II employee. This position is the technician position in a series consisting of Utility I, II and III.

This employee works under the guidance of the Utility III or Public Works Foreman. The employee performs a wide variety of routine and semi-skilled tasks requiring physical activity and the use of large equipment, machinery and tools. This employee assists staff with the water treatment and distribution systems as well as collections and treatment of the waste water facility. 

Public Works Utility II Position Minimum Qualifications:  Minimum: High School Diploma or GED or equivalent is required. At least three years related experience in a municipal or special district water and sewer systems. In addition, the Employee must possess at least one of the following certifications: 

• • Wastewater Treatment
  • Wastewater Collection
  • Water Distribution
  • Water Treatment
  • Oregon State Pesticide Applicator
  • And an Oregon Commercial Driver’s License(CDL)

Applicant must also be able to successfully pass a background check and complete CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Services) training within two weeks of hire. 

Salary Range:  The salary range for the Public Works Utility 1 position is $23.89 to $31.44 per hour. 

Benefits:  The City of Harrisburg offers an excellent benefits package includes PERS, vacation, 11 paid holidays, sick and longevity pay, as well as medical, vision, dental, an HRA/VEBA plan, and life insurance for employee and dependents at no charge.

How to Apply: Please submit the following to City Recorder, Lori Ross: 

A completed City of Harrisburg Job Application. 

A brief cover letter addressing the following: 

• Please tell us how your previous experiences make you the ideal candidate for this position.   
• What are your strengths and weaknesses and how do they relate to this position?
• The Public Works Department deals with the City infrastructure which includes water, storm, sewer, parks and streets.  Please summarize an experience you had on the job,  in one of these areas;  including what the project was and your involvement. 

Application Packets can be delivered to Harrisburg City Hall located at 120 Smith St.  Office hours are Mon-Thurs from 7:30am to noon and 1pm to 5:30pm.  Friday from 8am to Noon.  

Mailed to PO Box 378, Harrisburg, OR  97446.

Faxed to 541-995-9244.

Emailed to Lori Ross at lross@ci.harrisburg.or.us (no encryption). 

Applications must be received by 5:30PM on August 4, 2025. Late applications will not be considered.  

The City of Harrisburg does not discriminate against individuals with disabilities and is an Affirmative Action/EOE and complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.  Veterans’ preference is provided with a Veterans’ Preference Form (available below) and submission of a copy of form DD-214 or 215 (Copy 4).                                   

Posted on City Website:  July 16, 2025