Associate Controls Engineer Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $7,678.67 - $10,318.53 Monthly
Location : 1457 23rd St SE Salem, OR
Job Type: Fulltime-Career
Job Number: 26-0627-02
Department: Public Works Department
Opening Date: 08/03/2026
Closing Date: 8/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Summary
Lead with purpose as Salem's next Pumps & Controls Supervisor. Apply today!
Make an impact:
The City of Salem Public Works Department is looking for a Pumps & Controls Supervisor that will lead the team that operates and maintains the crucial utility infrastructure that supplies the Salem-Keizer metropolitan area with safe drinking water and collects wastewater and conveys it to the Willow Lake Pollution Control Facility for treatment. This is a vital service that sustains the health and welfare of the entire community. It is a career position that allows you to make a difference in the lives of people and sustains the viability of the local economy.
What you will do:
You will lead a team of 12 technical and vocational professionals that operate and maintain the backbone of the City of Salem's water distribution and wastewater collection systems, including:

• 21 Water Pumps Stations
• 19 Water Reservoirs
• 30 Sewer Pump (Lift) Stations
• Pumps & Controls at the Geren Island Water Treatment Facility
• Pumps & Controls at the Aquifer Storage Recovery Facility
• Landscape maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection facilities
• City's Waste Processing Facility (septage/leachate receiving, hydrovac wastes, street sweepings, construction debris)
• Central SCADA system, with instrumentation, monitors, controls, and telemetry

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.
• A flexible schedule may be available based on manager approval, normal working hours are Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Occasionally, work may be required outside of normal working hours. A remote work option is available one day per week, with manager approval.
• 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.

What are the minimum qualifications?

• Must pass the pre-employment background check.
• Must have, or can obtain, an Oregon Driver license and a driving record that meets the City of Salem's driving standards.
• Must possess a valid Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) License, or can obtain one within six months, if applying from out-of-state.
• Associate degree from an accredited college or university, or graduation from an accredited technical/vocational program in a related field to program assignment (i.e., engineering technology, electrical/electronics, HVAC, plumbing, etc.), and five years of supervisory experience in a related field, or any combination of education, experience and training that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities as listed, and ability to perform the essential job functions.
• Additional education, certifications or licenses may be required or preferred depending on the position (and must be maintained throughout employment)

Preferred Qualifications (Not required to apply):

• Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Water Distribution Operator and/or Water Treatment Operator Level 1, 2, 3, or 4 certifications
• Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Wastewater Collection Systems Operator and/or Wastewater Treatment Level 1, 2, 3, or 4 certifications
• Knowledge and experience working with a SCADA system with an understanding of associated instrumentation, monitoring, and telemetry

What you will bring along:

• Knowledge, skills, qualifications, and experience in the operation and maintenance of motors, submersible pumps, variable frequency drives, actuators, valves, monitors, sensors, and other equipment related to the operation of water pump stations, sewer pump (lift) stations, and water reservoirs
• Knowledge and understanding of the operation of a SCADA system and associated monitors, sensors, and communications telemetry
• Knowledge and training working with a Limited Maintenance Electrician's license, safely working in confined spaces, protecting against arc flash, and preventing exposure to bloodborne pathogens
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and direct the work of a team of technicians dedicated to the operation and maintenance of the pump stations and reservoirs of the City's water and wastewater system
• Ability to create operating budgets, track expenditures, purchase materials, and work with contractors, vendors, and consultants.
• Ability to recruit, hire, mentor, coach, train, evaluate, and discipline personnel, as needed; and
• Ability to respond to unplanned urgent and emergency situations, such as equipment failures, water main breaks, sanitary sewer overflows, power outages, floods, and other incidents

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
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.
Where can I find out more about the position?
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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.
To apply, click on the green "Apply" button to complete your application. Make sure that you specify how you meet the qualifications outlined in the class specification and complete the application.
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01
What is your highest level of education? (Degree must be in Engineering Technology, Electrical, Electronics, Business Administration or a related field.)We encourage you to include supporting details in your application.

• High school graduate or GED
• Some college, no degree
• Associate's degree or Completed Technical/Vocational School Certificate Program
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate's degree
• N/A

02
How many years of experience do you have in engineering technology, electrical/electronics, HVAC, plumbing or a related field?We encourage you to include supporting details in your application.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• More than 8 years

03
Do you currently possess a valid Oregon LME or can obtain one within six months, if licensed out-of-state? We encourage you to include supporting details in your application.

• Yes, currently posses valid Oregon LME
• Yes, Licensed out of state can obtain within six months
• No do not posses LME

04
Which potable water and wastewater system certifications do you possess that are valid in Oregon, or can be obtained within 1 year, either through testing or transfer from out-of-state? We encourage you to include supporting details in your application.

• Posses, or can obtain, Level 4 Water Distribution or Treatment AND Level 4 Wastewater Collection or Wastewater Treatment within a year
• Posses, or can obtain, Level 4 in one category AND Level 1, 2, or 3 in another category within a year
• Posses, or can obtain, Level 4 in one category
• Posses, or can obtain, Level 3 Water Distribution or Treatment AND Level 3 Wastewater Collection or Wastewater Treatment within 1 year: OR Level 4 in one category within a year
• Posses, or can obtain, Level 3 in one category and Level 1 or 2 in another category within 1 year
• Posses, or can obtain, Level 3 in a category within a year
• Posses, or can obtain, Level 2 in Water Distribution or Treatment AND Level 2 Wastewater Collection or Wastewater Treatment in 1 year
• Posses, or can obtain, Level 2 in one category and Level 1 in other category within 1 year
• Posses, or can obtain, Level 2 in a category within a year
• Posses, or can obtain, Level 1 in both categories (water and wastewater) within 1 year
• Posses, or can obtain, Level 1 in a category within 1 year
• Unable to obtain a certification within 1 year

05
What is the extent of your work experience in the operation, maintenance, overhaul and/or repair of electric motors, pumps, valves, meters, gauges, actuators, generators, variable frequency drives, and similar equipment?We encourage you to include supporting details in your application.

• No experience
• 1-3 years
• 4-6 years
• 7-9 years
• 10-12 years
• 13 years or more

06
What is the extent of your work experience in the programming, operation, maintenance, and/or repair of PLC, SCADA, instrumentation, sensors, and communication telemetry systems?We encourage you to include supporting details in your application.

• No experience
• 1-3 years
• 4-6 years
• 7-9 years
• 10-12 years
• More than 13 years

07
What is the extent of your work experience in supervising, operating, or maintaining a waste processing facility that handles materials such as street sweepings, hydro vac wastes, septage receiving, leachate receiving, and storage/segregation of construction spoils?We encourage you to include supporting details in your application.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-3 years
• 4-6 years
• 7-9 years
• 10 years or more

08
What is the extent of your work experience in managing, supervising, or leading a team or group of technicians, which includes some, or all, of the following: planning/assigning/directing work, hiring, mentoring, coaching, disciplinary actions, training, tracking time/leaves, quality assurance, safety compliance/inspections, and other leadership duties?We encourage you to include supporting details in your application.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-3 years
• 4-6 years
• 7-9 years
• 10 years or more

09
What is the extent of your work experience in creating and managing work unit budgets, tracking expenditures, administering contracts, authorizing vendor payments, and working with contractors and consultants?We encourage you to include supporting details in your application.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-3 years
• 4-6 years
• 7-9 years
• More than 10 years

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