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Employment Opportunities

Current Employment Opportunities

Water Construction Maintenance - click here to apply (updated June 30, 2026)

Salary: $20.62 - $23.60 hourly

Full Time , Non-Exempt

JOB OBJECTIVES

Under general direction and supervision, responsible for the construction, maintenance and repair of City water and sewer systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES

The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here: 

  1. Knowledge of construction, maintenance and repair of water and sewer systems.
  2. Ability to use and maintain a variety of tools and equipment.
  3. Training and experience in confined space entry.
  4. Must be able to obtain an OK Class D water license within six months of employment.
  5. Work harmoniously, cooperatively and courteously with others at all times.
  6. Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  7. Perform a variety of tasks and duties that may change as the work conditions require.
  8. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

  1. Stand, sit or walk for long periods of time.
  2. Ability to reach for, handle and manipulate objects.
  3. Ability to do physical labor and other strenuous physical tasks.
  4. Ability to perform frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, lifting, pushing or pulling.
  5. Must be able to push, pull, and lift materials up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis; very physical work.
  6. Must be able to see and hear well (with or without correction).
  7. Work in a variety of weather conditions, including temperatures over 95 degrees and below freezing.
  8. No felony conviction in any municipal, state or federal court or any conviction of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude in any court.
  9. Ability to be available on call and work overtime as requested.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills

  • Knowledge of safety issues, rules, and procedures pertinent to department mission and specific tasks.
  • Ability to speak, understand, read and write the English language.
  • Ability to safely operate equipment outdoors.
  • Ability to work alone with minimum supervision.
  • Visual and auditory ability to read meters and operate equipment.

Education/Qualifications Required

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Valid Oklahoma State Driver’s License with driving record free from serious or frequent violations.
  • A pre-employment drug screen and background check are required.

 

Street Maintenance Maintenance Crew - click here to apply (updated August 10, 2026)

Salary: $42,907 - $49,104.85 Annually

Full Time, Non-Exempt

JOB OBJECTIVES:

Under general direction, performs a variety of tasks as part of a crew for street repair and maintenance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:

The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here:

  1. Repairing streets and roads to maintain their safety and appearance.
  2. Operate standard maintenance equipment
  3. Follow the direction of supervisors.
  4. Refrain from causing or contributing to disruption in the workplace.
  5. Follow all applicable safety rules.
  6. Must create favorable impression of City workers to general public through conduct, speech and appearance.
  7. Other duties as may be assigned by supervisors.

Working Conditions:

  1. Work is performed in outside environments. Works outside in all weather conditions, such as, hot, cold and/or wet weather.
  2. Requires the ability to operate or learn to operate standard maintenance equipment including tractors, mowing equipment, backhoe and graders.
  3. Requires ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods, stand, stoop, bend and work in awkward positions.
  4. Requires eye/hand coordination to operate equipment.
  5. May be exposed to insects, dust, poisonous plants, unpleasant smells, fumes, traffic hazards and physical stress from exertion.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills

  • Knowledge of safety issues, rules, and procedures pertinent to department mission and specific tasks.
  • Ability to speak, understand, read and write the English language.
  • Ability to safely operate equipment outdoors.
  • Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to perform tasks in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, humidity, and wetness.
  • Ability to work alone with minimum supervision.
  • Visual and auditory ability to read meters and operate equipment.
  • Position requires a pre-employment drug screen and satisfactory background check.

Education/Qualifications Required:

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Two years of experience with street construction/repair or similar construction and operating light equipment is required.
  • Class B CDL preferred.

Additional Information

Firefighter Employment

(only those applicants for non-admin firefighter positions)

Firefighter Waiver and Release (pdf)

 

Police Officer Employment

(only those applicants for non-admin police officer positions)

Police Department Application Request

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Newcastle is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The City of Newcastle is pleased to provide such assistance and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

"Safety Sensitive" Positions

Certain jobs are classified as "safety sensitive" as defined by the United States Department of Transportation drug, alcohol testing regulations, the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act and/or Oklahoma Medical Marijuana laws.

For a "safety sensitive" classification, applicants are subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license will NOT excuse applicants from the testing process, or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.

If you have questions about whether the position you are applying for is classified as "safety sensitive", please consult with the HR Director.

Contact Information

Human Resources

Doris Raab
Director of Human Resources

120 NE 2nd St
Newcastle, OK 73065
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Ph: (405) 387-4427

Hours

Monday - Thursday 
7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 
7:30am - 11:30am