Public Works Maintenance Operator I

Original Job Posting Date:

2026-11-02

Public Works Maintenance Operator I

This position's estimated compensation is:

$0.00 - $0.00/

Salary Range: $26.78 - $32.57

Make an impact:

The City of Salem is hiring for a Stormwater Operations and Maintenance Operator I to fill multiple roles on our team.

This position is within the Operations Division of the Public Works Department.

If you are looking for an opportunity to be part of an organization that provides professional growth, a family-friendly work environment, and a great family-work balance, then the City of Salem is the place for you.

What you will do:

This is a semi-skilled position in Stormwater O&M involving large installations, maintenance, repair, and construction activities or coordination of services related to stormwater collection and drainage systems, including CCTV, hydro truck use, working with inmate crews, mechanical ditch cleaning, and various other projects throughout the season.

Our Public Works Department Operations Division is looking for a talented individual to join our team. The Stormwater Operations and Maintenance MO1 performs work in the operations and maintenance of the City's stormwater collection and conveyance system.

Additional information on job responsibilities:

• Routinely operate small and medium construction equipment such as dump trucks, truck/trailer combinations, Bobcats, loaders, forklifts, hydro cleaners, backhoes, crane trucks, etc.
• Routinely use other tools and equipment such as compressors, shovels, rakes, picks, tap machines, pressure cleaners, generators, jackhammers, compactors, chippers, etc., connected with work assignments.
• Occasionally operate other heavy construction equipment such as graders, Caterpillars, tractored crane trucks, water trucks, etc.

What can we offer you for all your hard work?

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies.
• Competitive pay.
• Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%.
• Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Voluntary long-term care.
• Employee wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee health clinic.
• CPR/AED certification is desired.
• Position schedule is Monday-Friday 7:00 AM -3:30 PM. Standby and occasional overtime.

The City of Salem offers a comprehensive and equitable base salary within the listed range based on your experience, skills, and education. We encourage you to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Learn more about Equal Pay.

What are the minimum qualifications?

• Must pass the pre-employment background check, drug test (including marijuana), and/or physical exam.
• Must have an Oregon Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) and a tanker endorsement or ability to obtain both within six months of hire. We provide training for those who do not currently have a CDL.
• Must have a driving record that meets the City of Salem's driving standards.
• One-year general maintenance, repair, paving, or construction experience in street right-of-way, street maintenance, public works facilities, utility systems, and public improvement. Preference will be given to experience in specific area of assignment.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred but not required.

Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process. Please make sure to give detailed information in your application that includes your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as requested in the supplemental questions and job advertisement.

Where can I find out more about the position?

Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for Public Works Maintenance Operator I or view by clicking here

Work Shift:

Benefits Information:

For benefits information, please, go to:

https://www.cityofsalem.net/government/jobs/employment-information/afscme-general-service-employee-benefits

Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process, so please make sure to give detailed information in your application that includes your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as requested in the supplemental questions and job application.

In some cases, if we are unable to hire a qualified candidate for this classification, we may also consider candidates for related classifications.

If applicable for this posting, other job classifications that may be considered are listed below:

Public Works Maintenance Operator 1

As applicable for this posting, the pay range(s) below include the combined hourly and/or salary ranges for all classifications listed above. The exact pay range will depend on the specific classification for which you are hired.

Job Type:

Career

Department:

Public Works Operations Supv2 1553 PM

Location:

Shops 1457 23rd St SE

Opening Date:

2026-11-02

About us:

Salem is the second largest city in Oregon and the capital city. Centrally located in the Willamette Valley, Salem is 49 square miles in size and extends across to counties, Marion and Polk. The community has well-established neighborhoods and carefully preserved historic buildings with wide diversity and a family-friendly ambiance. The city is home to nearly 180,000 residents. For a full community profile detailing demographics and housing statistics, visit the City of Salem website.

The City of Salem organization has eight primary departments: Community Services, Finance, Fire, Enterprise Services, Legal, Police, Public Works, and Community Planning and Development. Several departments also have functional divisions within their department. The City of Salem employs roughly 1,350 talented and dedicated staff members and works collaboratively with five labor unions.

The Salem Police Department is the fourth largest agency in Oregon. We are a full-service department with myriad special teams and career advancement opportunities. In November 2020, the department moved into a modern 104,000-square-foot facility with many amenities for employees, featuring purposeful efficiency design for operations and amenities that promote employee wellness.

The Public Works Department values employees and their professional development. If you are someone that takes pride in collaborating on innovative ideas, proactively responding to community needs, and being a good environmental and financial steward, we look forward to meeting you! The Public Works Department promotes a healthy work life balance, while maintaining the utmost dedication to the health, safety, and welfare of our community, including our team!

The Urban Renewal Agency and the Salem Housing Authority are separate municipal corporations. The Agency contracts with the City for services and the Authority is led by the Housing Administrator within the Urban Development department.

How can I apply?

The City of Salem invites individuals of all diverse communities and backgrounds to apply for our available job opportunities as we strive to provide the best service to everyone. The City of Salem is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and has a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to, and learning from each other, we are better able to serve the community.

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