What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker II-Utilities position at City of Lynnwood, WA?
Summary
The City of Lynnwood is seeking a Maintenance Worker II - Utilities to join their Public Works team!
Under general supervision, participates in the installation, construction, repair and maintenance of water and wastewater utility systems.
While this position is open until filled, interviews will begin the week of February 24, 2025.
Essential Functions
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position specific duties.
- Receive written and oral work assignments from supervisor and/or foreman; assist in determining necessary equipment, personnel, and material needs.
- Assist in determining or determine best way to set up job site; obtain and set up equipment, tools and materials needed to complete assignment.
- Operate heavy and/or specialized construction equipment.
- Dig and install sewer and water lines; test for water quality.
- Clean and vacuum sewer lines and remove blockages, using flusher trucks, rodder trucks, hand rods and high pressure water hoses.
- Survey, remove, enter manhole, make repairs, exit manhole and replace manhole cover.
- Repair curbs, streets, and sidewalks after completion of work; maintain access to easements
- Use video camera, pipe locators and detectors to inspect system for leaks, blockages, or construction problems; repair leaking pipes using sealing equipment;
- Operate all snowplow trucks and sanders in inclement weather.
- Direct the work of Maintenance Worker Is, seasonal workers, Community Service Workers and other volunteers as assigned.
- Perform other general maintenance work as assigned.
- Maintain regular attendance.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires three years experience in water, sewer, or street construction or an equivalent combination of related education and experience; must possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver's License with Class A CDL certification or have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within six months of hire in the position plus have a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier. Must possess and retain Washington State Traffic Control and work zone safety certifications or be able to obtain within six months of hire.
Additional Information
Job Location and Equipment Utilized
Work is performed in an outdoor environment in seasonal heat, cold, and all other weather conditions. Exposure to toxic or hazardous substances, vibrations, airborne particles, dirt, fumes, and traffic also occur. Equipment utilized includes large vehicles such as backhoes, loaders, various kinds of trucks, street sweepers, paving equipment, and other standard construction vehicles. Other kinds of hand-held equipment, including concrete saws, jackhammers, compressors, sandblasters, spray guns and hand tools are also required.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Knowledge of safe work practices, including safety precautions for operating and performing routine maintenance on power and heavy equipment.
- Knowledge of basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
- Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations and flow patterns.
- Ability to use standard construction tools, such as hammer, saw, drill, wrench, screwdriver, sprayer, chain saw and other tools.
- Ability to operate various types of heavy equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret work orders, diagrams, blueprints and maps.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to work with cleaning fluids, paints, cleaning agents and other solutions.
- Ability to plan and set up work and delegate tasks to others.
- Ability to train others in the use of machinery.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to lift and carry objects weight up to 60 pounds.
- Ability to maneuver over rough, uneven, wet or slippery surfaces.
- Ability to climb ladders.
- Ability to reach, crouch, turn/twist, and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to reach overhead or above the shoulders.
- Ability to push or pull objects.
- Ability to speak and hear to exchange information.
- Manual dexterity to operate equipment and hand tools.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Teamsters
Medical Benefits
The City of Lynnwood offers Teamsters regular full-time staff two options for medical coverage – Regence Blue Shield or Group Health Cooperative. Employees are covered at no cost and can cover their spouse and/or dependents at a cost of 10% of premiums.
Dental Benefits
The City of Lynnwood dental coverage is through Washington Dental Service. Employees are covered at no cost in our incentive-based plan and can cover their spouse and/or dependents at a cost of 10% of premiums.
Vision
The City also offers AFSCME regular full-time employees vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). Coverage includes one eye exam and new lenses every 12 months, and new frames every 24 months. Employees pay 100% of spouse and/or dependent vision coverage.
Employee Assistance Program
Our EAP provides free, short-term, confidential counseling and is accessible 24 hours per day, seven days per week for the employee and family members.
Medical, dental, vision and EAP are effective the first of the month following your date of hire.
Voluntary Benefits
The City of Lynnwood offers eligible regular full-time employees the opportunity to participate in several voluntary benefits on a self-pay basis. Voluntary benefits include:
Vacation
Vacation is accrued based on the AFSCME Union Contract.
Sick Leave
Sick leave is accrued based on the AFSCME Union Contract.
Holidays
The City of Lynnwood observes 11 paid holidays per year plus one floating holiday.
FMLA Leave
Employees with at least 12 months of service and who have worked at least 1,250 hours are entitled to an unpaid leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a qualifying health condition.
Retirement
All regular full-time staff will participate in the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems.
Direct Deposit
All regular full-time employees are eligible to participate in the direct deposit payroll program at no cost.
Reviews and Pay Increases
Employees receive an initial performance review at the end of their orientation period followed by annual reviews based on date of hire. The pay range for employees is established by union contract. Employees receive increases once a year until they reach the top of their salary range, pending satisfactory or better performance. COLA’s may be given annually per union contract or Council approval.
Employee Records and Privacy
Records are confidential and not released without an employee’s consent unless legally mandated. Employees (and their supervisors) may review their files by contacting the Human Resources Department. The only information that will be released to outside inquiries without a signed release is the employee’s dates of employment, job title, status (full- time or part-time) and in some cases, pay rate
The City of Lynnwood offers Teamsters regular full-time staff two options for medical coverage – Regence Blue Shield or Group Health Cooperative. Employees are covered at no cost and can cover their spouse and/or dependents at a cost of 10% of premiums.
Dental Benefits
The City of Lynnwood dental coverage is through Washington Dental Service. Employees are covered at no cost in our incentive-based plan and can cover their spouse and/or dependents at a cost of 10% of premiums.
Vision
The City also offers AFSCME regular full-time employees vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). Coverage includes one eye exam and new lenses every 12 months, and new frames every 24 months. Employees pay 100% of spouse and/or dependent vision coverage.
Employee Assistance Program
Our EAP provides free, short-term, confidential counseling and is accessible 24 hours per day, seven days per week for the employee and family members.
Medical, dental, vision and EAP are effective the first of the month following your date of hire.
Voluntary Benefits
The City of Lynnwood offers eligible regular full-time employees the opportunity to participate in several voluntary benefits on a self-pay basis. Voluntary benefits include:
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
- Short Term Disability
Vacation
Vacation is accrued based on the AFSCME Union Contract.
Sick Leave
Sick leave is accrued based on the AFSCME Union Contract.
Holidays
The City of Lynnwood observes 11 paid holidays per year plus one floating holiday.
FMLA Leave
Employees with at least 12 months of service and who have worked at least 1,250 hours are entitled to an unpaid leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a qualifying health condition.
Retirement
All regular full-time staff will participate in the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems.
Direct Deposit
All regular full-time employees are eligible to participate in the direct deposit payroll program at no cost.
Reviews and Pay Increases
Employees receive an initial performance review at the end of their orientation period followed by annual reviews based on date of hire. The pay range for employees is established by union contract. Employees receive increases once a year until they reach the top of their salary range, pending satisfactory or better performance. COLA’s may be given annually per union contract or Council approval.
Employee Records and Privacy
Records are confidential and not released without an employee’s consent unless legally mandated. Employees (and their supervisors) may review their files by contacting the Human Resources Department. The only information that will be released to outside inquiries without a signed release is the employee’s dates of employment, job title, status (full- time or part-time) and in some cases, pay rate
