What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker I position at City of Olympia, WA?
About the Position
The Parks Maintenance Division is seeking a self-motivated, hardworking individual with good interpersonal skills to fill a vacant Maintenance Worker I position. This position will provide general maintenance of parks with a primary focus on janitorial duties. This position currently works an evening and weekend schedule. (THIS POSITION IS REPRESENTED BY THE AFSCME UNION)
Ideal Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will possess the following attributes:
The Parks Maintenance Division is seeking a self-motivated, hardworking individual with good interpersonal skills to fill a vacant Maintenance Worker I position. This position will provide general maintenance of parks with a primary focus on janitorial duties. This position currently works an evening and weekend schedule. (THIS POSITION IS REPRESENTED BY THE AFSCME UNION)
Ideal Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will possess the following attributes:
- The ability to communicate to a wide variety of individuals effectively and respectfully
- The ability to handle emotionally charged situations with tact and diplomacy
- The ability to follow basic directions, as well as the ability to work independently and to quickly learn new tasks
- The ability to prioritize work and manage time effectively
- The ability to consistently work in a safe and efficient manner
- The ability and willingness to identify inefficiencies in work methodologies, and provide input for improvements
- The ability and willingness to work collaboratively with a team to provide excellent customer service to the Olympia community
- One-year general work experience in basic building or parks maintenance practices preferred
- Ability to work safely in potentially high pedestrian and/or vehicle traffic situations
To Apply
- Submit a cover letter and resume by attaching them to your electronic application. The cover letter must be no more than two pages long and must include specific examples of how you meet the Ideal Candidate Profile for this position.
- Open Continuously. Apply by 11:59 pm on February 18, 2025 to be considered in the first review of applications.
- Only Electronic Applications are accepted.
Contact Information
If you have questions about the position and/or requirements, please contact Charles Rambo, Parks Operations and Maintenance Manager at (360) 753-8367 or via email at
crambo@ci.olympia.wa.us
.
Essential Functions
The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to:
1. Maintenance Workers I are responsible for basic, general upkeep, repair and/or cleaning in and around city buildings, structures, and property.
2. Assist with maintenance activities performed in Parks.
1. Maintenance Workers I are responsible for basic, general upkeep, repair and/or cleaning in and around city buildings, structures, and property.
2. Assist with maintenance activities performed in Parks.
3. Performing litter removal and janitorial duties.
4. Safely operating mowers, edgers, chainsaws and other associated maintenance equipment may be required. Operating specialized equipment such as tractors, woodchippers, etc., may also be required with proper training.
5. Punctual, regular and reliable attendance is essential for successful job performance.
5. Punctual, regular and reliable attendance is essential for successful job performance.
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
1. Knowledge of basic building, landscaping or building maintenance techniques.
2. Knowledge of basic safety procedures and precautions.
3. Skill in operating and maintaining small manual/power tools and equipment.
4. Ability to perform strenuous physical activity.
5. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
6. Ability to work as a member of a crew.
7. Ability to respond to community inquiries appropriately.
2. Knowledge of basic safety procedures and precautions.
3. Skill in operating and maintaining small manual/power tools and equipment.
4. Ability to perform strenuous physical activity.
5. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
6. Ability to work as a member of a crew.
7. Ability to respond to community inquiries appropriately.
Experience/Education:
1. One year's general work experience required.
2. Experience in parks and/or facility maintenance preferred.
3. Some positions may require the employee obtain special certification (such as Pesticide Applicators card or CDL) within timelines specified by the State of Washington or the City of Olympia.
2. Experience in parks and/or facility maintenance preferred.
3. Some positions may require the employee obtain special certification (such as Pesticide Applicators card or CDL) within timelines specified by the State of Washington or the City of Olympia.
Special Requirement:
1. Must possess a valid Washington State Drivers' License.
Union:
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)
Compensation (minimum-maximum):
$54,127.01 - $65,787.90
Exempt:
NoThe City of Olympia complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Nicole Camus, Deputy Human Resources Director, at 360.753.8213 or
ncamus@ci.olympia.wa.us
. This contact is for ADA accommodations only. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the manager noted in the Contact section near the top of this recruitment.
For general application or position questions please contact the hiring supervisor or Human Resources at humanresources@ci.olympia.wa.us.
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Salary : $54,127 - $65,788
