Maintenance Worker - Utilities - Seasonal

There are three positions under this job posting and they will be under the Utilities (Water, Stormwater/Collections, and WasteWater Treatment Plant) Division in Public Works. 

Your job in the department is to . . . 

Under supervision performs a variety of basic maintenance tasks to City streets, water and sewer utility systems, parks, stormwater, and City owned facilities; and operates maintenance and construction tools and equipment.  This is a broad classification with individual positions assigned to specific functional areas; duties and assignments may overlap depending on the operational needs of the department and staffing levels. All functions listed below are while assisting maintenance workers or under supervision of the department leads. 

Your job also involves . . .

This is the entry level class in the Maintenance Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker I or II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series including less complex construction, maintenance and repair duties and is limited in duration of employment.

 Seasonal/Temporary employees can work no more than 866 hours in a calendar year.

The following are the rates of pay for seasonal/temporary maintenance employees in public works:

Tasks listed are intended to be descriptive and not restrictive. An employee in this classification may perform any of the tasks listed; however, these examplesdo not include all the tasks which an employee may be expected to perform.

For each function (Should not include much more than 10 functions), indicate the frequency each function is performed (D=Daily, W=Weekly, M=Monthly, Q=Quarterly, AN=As Needed).

Estimate the distribution of total working time on anannual basis using percentages of not less than 5%. Total percentage of time must add up to 100%.

Number of Job Functions: 3

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

1 - Little or no supervisor responsibility for work of others

Indicate the MINIMUM educational level required and the number of years of relevant experience required to perform the duties of the position.

Minimum Education Level

1 - High School Diploma / GED

Specifics: N/A

Minimum Experience Level

None

Specifics: N/A

Substitution Note:A combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. 

Certifications

None required

Specifics: N/A                                       

Driver’s License 

Other vehicle credential required (list specifics below)

Specifics: Washington state driver’s license.

Other Licenses

None required

Specifics: N/A

Desirable Qualifications:  

Possession of a Class A Combination Driver’s License with Air Brakes and Tanker endorsements desired. Hep B vaccination or signed waiver, First Aid and CPR certification desired.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND/OR ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The required knowledge, skills and/or abilities are listed below:

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services and activities of assigned public works maintenance and repair program. 
• Methods and techniques used in the construction and maintenance of streets, sewers, sidewalks, signs, storm drains, parkways, municipal buildings and other public works systems. 
• Purposes, uses, and operating characteristics of a variety of vehicles, equipment, power tools and hand tools used in public works maintenance and repair including motorized, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment. 
• Procedures and techniques used in concrete and asphalt work. 
• Traffic laws, ordinances and rules involved in truck and equipment operation. 
• Properties of backfill materials, construction materials, concrete, asphalt, hot patch, cold patch, oils, paints and a variety of other materials used in maintenance work. 
• Practices and procedures of traffic control. 
• Confined space entry. 
• Principles and practices of record keeping. 
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices. 
• Pertinent federal, state and local codes, laws and regulations.

Skill or ability to:

• Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance, construction and repair work in the area of work assigned. 
• Operate a variety of vehicles and equipment in a safe and effective manner. 
• Use and operate vehicles and equipment, hand tools and power tools and equipment required for the work in a safe and efficient manner. 
• Ensure safety around work areas in high traffic. 
• Read and interpret basic maps and blueprints. 
• Assist in the training and supervision of others including in the safe operation of equipment. 
• Perform a variety of tasks for extended periods of time and in unfavorable weather conditions. 
• Perform heavy manual labor. 
• Work safely and adhere to principles of safety when working near traffic or in other environments. 
• Operate vehicles, equipment and tools. 
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. 
• Work independently in the absence of supervision. 
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and make minor repairs to tools and equipment. 
• Convey information, ideas, and facts both orally and in writing to supervisors, colleagues, and individuals, inside and outside the City, using language and a format the audience will best understand.   
• Utilize computers and other technology to communicate in written and verbal forms (e.g., word processing, texts, emails, spreadsheets, department-specific software).
• Effectively relate well with others, including supervisors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the City.  Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and working to maintain constructive working relationships. 
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work.  Show up to work on time, and follows instructions, policies, and procedures.   Meet productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules.   

Salary : $20 - $23