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Job Function

Manages public use of company lands in compliance with federal hydro licensing requirements. Builds and maintains facilities and provides parks education and services to the public.

Key Job Information :

Parks Technician/6286

Grade: 4

Career Level: T2

Expands analytical or technical skills in own work area

Maintains appropriate licenses, training and/or certifications as needed

Applies experience and skills to complete assigned work within our area of expertise

Works within standard operating procedures and/or analytical methods

Works with a moderate degree of supervision

This will be a represented position of the IBEW local union.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance Work and Vendor Management May serve as a resource to other technicians May perform maintenance tasks using tools and equipment, including renovating and repairing irrigation systems, upgrading water and septic systems, restoring landscaped areas and general maintenance. Assists with construction in accordance with plans and specifications. Monitors contract workers in accordance with scope of work. May perform janitorial duties.

Program Administration Coordinates related activities. Installs and/or maintains signage to ensure public safety.

Assists Environmental Services employees in other department activities as needed.

Safety Adheres to PGE standards, safety objectives and regulatory requirements.

Education/Experience/Certifications

Education Requires high school diploma or successful completion of General Education Development (GED) test.

Experience Typically two or more years of experience in parks, hospitality, resource management or other related field.

Certifications, Licenses and Training Public Pesticide Applicator’s License (PPA, ODA), Small Water Systems Operator (SWS Operator, ODS), Certified Playground Safety Inspection (CSPI, NRPA) preferred.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

Functional Competencies

Intermediate knowledge of maintenance practices

Working skills in use of maintenance and landscaping power tools

Working skills in using computers and computer applications used in department

Basic ability to read, interpret and apply policies, procedures and regulations

Working skills in collaboration

Working knowledge of requirements for documenting data and preparing written reports

General Competencies

Intermediate customer focus skills

Working analytical thinking skills

Working decision-making skills

Working interpersonal skills

Working problem-solving skills

Working diplomacy skills

Working influence skills

Physical and Cognitive Demands

Cognitive Level

Basic: Competencies needed in order to use common sense to carry out simple or uninvolved instructions and pass initial screening.

Cognitive

Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks

Ability to follow accuracy standards

Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks

Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment

Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress

Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change

Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback

Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement

Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks

Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization

Demonstrates sound memory

Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks

Schedule/Attendance

Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule [typically for nonexempt positions, although some exempt positions may have an established start/stop time]

Ability to work long hours [typically for exempt positions; if included in nonexempt positions, overtime applies]

Ability to work a variable schedule

Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather

Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance [for part-time positions, change to part-time attendance ]

Ability to work shift schedule

Physical Capabilities

• Job requires a valid drivers license

• Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)

• Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally

• Lifting/pushing/pulling: More than 50 lbs.

• Carrying: More than 50 lbs.

• Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats) (check all that apply):

• Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)

• Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)

• Ladders (over 10 rungs)

Environment - Indoor/Outdoor (check all that apply):

• Office

• Field

Compensation Range:

$26.15 - $39.23

Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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 (https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511) .

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PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. 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 Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter) associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting talentacquisition@pgn.com or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) team is also available for support. You can contact them at dei@pgn.com .

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