City of Coburg
Full Time | Hourly $26.53 – $34.32 DOE
Recruitment Opens: December 9, 2024
Recruitment Closes: January 6, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The City of Coburg is seeking applicants with public sector experience in wastewater collections and treatment. Under the certification and oversight of the Public Works Director, the Public Works Operator III position will have primary day-to-day duties focused on the operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment plant and collections system. The position requires a level I certification in either collections or treatment (both preferred), and additional certification pay is available for candidates who have or are able to obtain level II certification in collections or treatment.
The City of Coburg operates a relatively new and unique STEP collections system and highly efficient and effective MBR treatment plant. The Coburg Public Works Department is also responsible for a multiple well, storage and distribution water system, miles of local streets, a growing storm drain system, five parks, a trail system and behind the scenes support for many community events and activities throughout the year. This small, but diverse Department is a great place to start a public works career or further develop an existing career.
How to Apply: A completed job application and resume are required. Employment applications and a full position description are available at 91136 N. Willamette Street, Coburg, Oregon 97408, or on the City’s website at coburgoregon.org, Public Works Operator III – Wastewater System.
Veteran’s Preference: If you are requesting Veteran’s Preference, you must complete the Veteran’s Preference Form and attach a copy of your DD214 / DD215. If you are a disabled veteran, you must also include a copy of your Veteran’s Administration benefit summary/award letter with your application.
Selection Process: This is a competitive selection process; applicants whose backgrounds appear to most closely match the needs of this vacancy will be considered. Once applications have been screened, all candidates will be notified of their status. This process can take from one to four weeks after the closing date. Due to the number of applicants and the limited number of job opportunities, not all applicants proceed in the recruitment process.
The City of Coburg does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.
Resumes in addition to, not in place of application.