Rights of Way Maintenance Worker

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. 

The Vegetation Management Unit is looking for a Right of Way Maintenance Worker to support vegetation management and maintenance work on the Transmission rights-of-ways (TROW).  This position performs a wide variety of maintenance tasks under high voltage wires along City Light transmission corridors, and on reservoirs and access roads.   

This is a fantastic opportunity to get on board with a utility dedicated to serving the public good.  The work varies from day to day, as do the work locations, so there are endless opportunities to learn new things and develop new skills in this role.   The team is small, nimble, motivated, hard-working and highly dedicated to their work and a similarly geared applicant will fit right in. 

This position will report directly to the South TROW Maintenance Crew Chief, under the supervisory direction of the Vegetation Management Supervisor.  

·Trims, cuts and fells trees using power saws, axes and loppers; disposes of debris using chipper.

·Sprays noxious weeds and tree stumps with herbicides;

·Builds and maintains bridges, installs culverts, installs and repairs gates, and constructs and repairs roadways;

·Mows acres of right-of-way with tractor-mounted rear-deck and side-arm mowers

·Operates heavy trucks (dump trucks), trailers and other heavy equipment such as tractor-mowers;

·Assists in-house Tree Crew as needed;

·Cleans debris out of lakes and reservoirs; sweeps lake with equipment towed by boat;

·Other similar duties as assigned

In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has: 

Minimum Qualifications

Requires one year of rights-of-way maintenance experience or work in a related field such as logging, forestry or heavy outdoor construction (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time.
• Frequently required to lift objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds.
• Requires handling or working with toxic/hazardous substances.
• Required to work above ground level in all types of weather and terrain.
• Required to work at heights under electrical transmission lines.
• Work locations are in Skagit, King and Snohomish Counties.
• Required to be on call 24 hours/day to respond to emergency situations.

License, Certification and Other Requirements

• Current Washington State driver's license.  This position will require the driving of city vehicles.  
• State of Washington industrial first aid certification required after employment.
• Explosive User's Permit issued by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries may be required after employment.
• Washington State pesticide licensing required after employment for some positions.

Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

• Experience working for a utility is desirable.
• Familiarity with and experience operating heavy construction equipment to construct, repair and maintain transmission rights-of-ways.
• Familiarity with and experience operating large tractors with rear-deck and side-arm mowing attachments
• Experience working with and knowledge of native and invasive plant material.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The full salary range for this position is $35.98 to $40.40 per hour.

Application Process

Please submit the following with your online application: 

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement 
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

Incomplete applications may not be considered.  

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications.   Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA , people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020.Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.

Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers.

Salary : $36 - $40