Job Openings
Utility Department Operator
The Mayor and Town Council of Oakland, Maryland is accepting applications at Oakland City Hall for the full-time position of Utility Department Operator. Interested applicants for the position must be in physically good health, and must be able to perform a variety of job responsibilities including but not limited to operation, maintenance and upkeep of water and sewer plants and plant equipment, repair of water/sewer lines, operate backhoe, maintenance and upkeep of grounds and related equipment, samples testing, and data reporting. Interested applicants must possess the ability to learn quickly and ability to work well with the public and fellow employees.
Prior water and sewer plant operations experience along with water and sewer certification through the State of Maryland, Department of the Environment is preferred. Applicants interested in applying for the position must possess a valid Maryland operator’s driver’s license, be able to pass normal visual and hearing requirements, and be willing to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays, and in emergencies when necessary. Qualified applicants may be subject to a background check and driving record review, be required to pass necessary evaluations as required by the Town of Oakland, must possess a High School Diploma or GED, be at least 21 years of age, and be a citizen of the United States. If applicant does not have prior water/sewer treatment experience/ licensing, applicants must be able to pass a Class IV Water Treatment Plant certification or a Class 1A Wastewater Treatment Plant certification within a three-year period. Interested persons should obtain and fill out an application from Oakland City Hall, 15 South Third Street, Oakland, MD, and submit a cover letter and resume along with the application for employment. The deadline for returning the cover letter, resume, and application to Oakland City Hall is August 15, 2024, at 11:00 AM.
Truck Driver and Maintenance Laborer
The Mayor and Town Council of Oakland, Maryland is accepting applications for the full-time position of Truck Driver and Maintenance Laborer for the Oakland Street Department/ Department of General Services. Duties for the position includes general maintenance, building maintenance, Broadford Park maintenance, mowing, cleaning, carpentry, minor mechanic repairs, general labor, snowplowing, and truck driving.
Applicants must possess a valid Class B CDL license or be willing to obtain the license. Prior experience with truck driving and snowplowing is preferred. Applicants interested in applying for the position must also have experience in dealing with the public, be able to pass normal visual and hearing requirements, be in general good physical condition, and be willing to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays. Qualified applicants will be subject to a background check and driving record review, be required to pass necessary evaluations as required by the Town of Oakland, must possess a High School Diploma or GED, be at least 21 years of age, and be a citizen of the United States. Interested persons should obtain an application for the at Oakland City Hall, 15 South Third Street, Oakland, MD, and submit a cover letter and resume along with the application for employment. The deadline for returning the cover letter, resume, and application to the Employment Office is Aug. 15, at 11:00 AM.
Town Council
The Town of Oakland is currently seeking applications from interested residents to fill a vacancy on the Oakland Town Council. This is an excellent opportunity for civic-minded individuals to play a key role in shaping the future of our community. To qualify, applicants must reside within the town limits of Oakland, be a registered voter, and be at least 21 years old. Interested residents should email a resume, CV, or letter of interest to [email protected].
Applications will be reviewed by the Mayor and Town Council. The selected candidate will serve until March 2026, the remainder of the vacant term. We encourage anyone passionate about public service and community leadership to apply. The Town Council is responsible for making important decisions that affect the daily lives of Oakland residents, including local policies, infrastructure decisions, and economic development incentives.
Submission Deadline: October 1, 2024