Public Works Asset Specialist

The City of Gresham is seeking a technically minded individual with core knowledge and experience in asset management, data collection, CCTV inspection and operational knowledge of Watershed infrastructure. The successful candidate for this position will work collaboratively with other teammates in our Watershed Operations group in the inspection, maintenance and repair of Watersheds’ grey and green infrastructure.

As Oregon's fourth-largest city, Gresham is a welcoming community of hard-working people where tradition and heritage meet innovation and opportunity. Gresham is a dynamic and rapidly growing city where families and businesses have a mutual desire and drive to thrive. City of Gresham employees care deeply about the community they serve and go 'one step beyond' to deliver services in collaborative, inventive, practical, and nimble ways. Our work is challenging, fast-paced and rewarding.

We believe that to deliver the highest level of service to all Gresham community members, it is crucial we employ a diverse workforce, foster an inclusive working environment, and ensure our policies and systems result in equitable outcomes. The City seeks candidates who will support these values by continuously incorporating equity in their daily work and actively contributing to a workplace culture that respects unique viewpoints, life experiences and cultural perspectives. Come build the future with us.

What you will get to do:

Asset Management

• Develop core function templates within Collector & Lucity, Generate work orders for field crews.
• Perform technical work and research in support of the asset mgt. program.
• Work directly with IT & GIS to ensure all new infrastructure is imported & updated within Gnet & Lucity.
• Provide technical assistance for computerized asset management systems, use the system data to provide options for CIP projects & future budget allocations.

Data Management

• Coordinate the exchange of data & information from field staff & CCTV vans into Lucity and Gnet.
• Weekly synchronizing of the CCTV vans inspection and GIS databases with the City network.
• Provide oversight into inventorying and updating our GIS mapping system by field verification of existing pipe / structures.
• Act as the point person for converting projects & data from Collector into Lucity.

Managing Data collection

• Act as the lead person for teaching all Watershed OPS staff how to utilize Lucity Mobile in the field for day-to-day data collection.
• Oversee all aspects of managing GNET, works with other stakeholders to provide needed information upon requests.
• Act as the point person for gathering information from field staff and making mapping edits as needed, follow up with GIS updates.

CCTV Inspection program & Troubleshooting

• Oversee all inspection & data collection done by CCTV trucks.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions of CCTV equipment and software as needed.
• Coordinate all repairs to CCTV van & equipment, including portable push camera systems.

Information sharing

• Work directly with the Watershed Engineering group to provide recommendations of repairs needed to City infrastructure.
• Provide inspection reports and system information to other stakeholders regarding CIP projects and new development concerns.
• Act as the point person for deciding which pipes will be part of our annual slip lining project and work with leadership on available budget and priorities.
• Compile and analyze data.  Provide data and information needed for the annual NPDES permit.

Other Duties

• Conduct Final inspections of new infrastructure.
• Perform technical work and research in the acquisition of new equipment and techniques used within the industry.
• Respond to and resolve inquiries and complaints, provide information to the public about upcoming projects, impacts, timelines and outcomes.
• Provide detailed information needed for any Spill response efforts where the City will try to recover costs.
• Monitor all Watershed OPS "My Gresham" concerns, evaluates them and creates work orders if needed.
• Work with the Green team to develop work orders and core function templates within Lucity for all Green infrastructure responsibilities.

Qualities we are looking for:

• Good motivational skills working to facilitate a positive team atmosphere with a high productivity goal mindset.   
• Ability to prioritize and triage needed tasks and work that are both known and unknown, scheduled, and unscheduled.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills able to convey needs or additions regarding plan review and or adapting and repairing existing assets to all parties external and internal like engineers, contractors, other municipalities, and our customers. 

• Developed knowledge of watershed operations and safety issues that are associated with the construction, maintenance and repair of the system and the ability to train and communicate these experiences to ensure employee safety.
• Ability to negotiate, solve and defuse complex problems and complaints both from internal and external customers and stakeholders, while maintaining composure, professional attitude and mannerisms.

Work schedule:  

• The work schedule will be four 10-hour days per week and will be assigned by the Watershed Operations Superintendent according to operational needs.

Knowledge of:

• Laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances affecting City policies and operations
• Data gathering, analysis, and research
• Database creation and maintenance, data extraction, and map generation
• Principles and practices of project management
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public and City staff
• Communication principles, practices, and techniques
• Modern office practices and methods, computer equipment, and specialized software applications
• Experience with CCTV inspection requirements, NASSCO rating systems.
• Understanding of Asset Management, how to create work orders, manage dashboards, utilize the mobile app. for data collection.
• Proficient with GIS mapping systems, processes needed for making mapping edits

Ability to:

• Exercise discretion in confidential and sensitive matters
• Interpret, apply, and enforce compliance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
• Perform research; analyze and interpret data; draw valid conclusions; develop reports
• Understand and interpret plans, drawings, schematics, and other technical materials
• Oversee and coordinate projects
• Implement, maintain, and evaluate quality assurance procedures
• Influence and gain cooperation when there are competing or conflicting priorities
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all internal and external contacts
• Operate office equipment and technology tools including personal computers, laptop computers and printers, and presentation equipment.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing, present information, proposals, and recommendations clearly and persuasively
• Physically perform the essential job functions
• Attend training opportunities, stay up to date on what's happening within the industry and changes with technology & software.
• Understanding of COG Public works standards, Development Code, ability to perform inspections and write up deficiency lists, provide direction.
• Operate CCTV equipment and software, field tools, vehicles and equipment necessary to complete inspections.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• One to Four years of related experience
• Valid Driver's license
• Good driving record (according to our driving matrix below)

• CPR/AED and First Aid certification is required within 6 months of hire.
• Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) Flagger certification is required within 6 months of hire
• NASSCO - National Association of Sewer Service Companies training required within 6 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in Stormwater utility operation.
• Demonstrated experience with CCTV inspections and software trouble shooting.
• Three to Six years of hands-on journeyman level experience in field data collection, asset management and or crew lead experience.
• Knowledge or certification in confined space entry
• Knowledge or certification in competent person training

• A major traffic offense or accident that results in death or major injury.
• Driving under the influence (DUI) offense within the last 5 years.
• Have more than 3 moving violations within a 3-year period or more than 2 within a one- year period.
• Have more than 2 accidents within a 3-year period.

To apply for this position, click 'Apply' at the top of this job posting.

Required application materials:

• Complete online application (Do not type 'see resume' in any fields or leave work experience fields blank in the application template.)

• Answers to supplemental questions 

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

If you desire a modification of this process to accommodate a disability, please provide your request in writing to HRRecruiting@GreshamOregon.gov, or by phone to 503-618-2729, upon submitting the required application documents.

A review of application materials including your response to supplemental questions submitted will determine which candidates will be invited to an interview.

Communication with candidates will be done primarily through e-mail. Sometimes these messages may land in a spam or junk mail folder. We encourage you to monitor your inbox as well as the inbox within the governmentjobs.com portal for important updates related to this process.

Veteran's Preference

The City of Gresham provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with state law. Any candidate wishing to have their qualifying veteran's preference applied to the process must submit a qualifying document (DD Form 214 or 215) at the time of application providing proof of eligibility that includes discharge status. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the US Department of Veteran Affairs at the time of application, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

Our Commitment

The City of Gresham is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, familial status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, Oregon, or local law.

Please direct questions about this position to 503-618-2729 or HRRecruiting@GreshamOregon.gov.

If you need assistance with the online application, please contact NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, driving record review,  job-related physical, and drug screen.

Salary : $72,050 - $92,061