What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker - Greenway Sensitive Lands position at City of Vancouver?
Salary Range
4,618.00 - 5,904.00
Job Summary
As one of the fastest growing cities in the Pacific Northwest, Vancouver is building a city of the future through innovation, sustainable development, excellent leadership and effectively working with an engaged community. Our growth is guided by our core values of livability, sustainability and resiliency, innovation, and equity and inclusion, and we accomplish our work through collaboration, innovation, compassion and empowerment.If who we are speaks to you, and if you’re the type of person who is interested in joining a team dedicated to environmental conservation in the community's parks and natural spaces then the City of Vancouver may be for you.
We’re currently recruiting for a Maintenance Worker - Greenway Sensitive Lands. The primary responsibilities for the job are to perform a variety of skilled work in the maintenance, inspection, repair, rehabilitation, construction, and other service activities related to Greenway Sensitive Lands.
This is a full-time, regular, non-exempt position covered by the provisions of an agreement between the City and the AFSCME union. The schedule for this position is M-F, 6:30am to 4pm (9/80 flex).
2024 Salary Range:
Maintenance Worker: $4,288 - $5,482
Senior Maintenance Worker: as listed
A Maintenance Worker (MW) is expected to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 12-months of employment. The City of Vancouver is committed to investing in our new employees, and scheduling MWs into a commercial truck driving school once the new employee meets probationary expectations. Prior to employment with the City of Vancouver, all new employees will acknowledge understanding of this requirement and agree to a tier-based reimbursement plan if the employee separates from the City within three years of their employment date.
Open until filled. First review date - May 12, 2025.
Job Details
Essential Functions:
- Plant, water, propagate, transplant, prune, mow, monitor and otherwise maintain landscaped areas consisting of native trees and shrubs and herbaceous cover
- Inspect and maintain City properties such as, natural areas, wetlands and mitigation sites
- Mowing of natural grasslands and fire strips
- Provide mechanical, chemical, cultural and biological control of invasive and noxious weeds
- Rake leaves and clear debris and litter from walks, fields, and other facilities
- Perform winterizing maintenance in natural areas, wetlands, and mitigation sites where applicable
- Trim and prune trees and shrubs for natural appearance and viability; stake trees as necessary
- Assist Specialist with irrigation and spraying
- Perform sanitation services of public restroom(s) and litter/debris collection
Qualifications
Experience and Education
Maintenance Worker
- One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience performing field maintenance duties, preferably within the assigned area of responsibility.
- Equivalent to a HS Diploma/GED.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Senior Maintenance Worker
- Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience performing field maintenance duties, preferably within the assigned area of responsibility.
- Equivalent to a HS Diploma/GED.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Computer Skills
- Basic skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Required Licenses and/or Certifications
Maintenance Worker
- Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license
Ability to obtain:
- Class “A” commercial driver’s license (CDL) permit within six (6) months of hire
- Class “A” commercial driver’s license (CDL) with tanker endorsement within twelve (12) months of hire
- Valid CPR/First Aid card within three (3) months of hire
- Flagging card within six (6) months of hire
- Forklift Certification within six (6) months of hire
- Defensive Driving certification within six (6) months of hire
Senior Maintenance Worker
Possession of:
- Appropriate, valid driver's license
- Class “A” commercial driver’s license (CDL)
Ability to obtain:
- Tanker endorsement with three (3) months of hire
- Valid CPR/First Aid card within three (3) months of hire
- Flagging card within six (6) months of hire
- Forklift Certification within six (6) months of hire
- Defensive Driving certification within six (6) months of hire
Knowledge
- Methods and techniques of pruning, construction, maintenance and repair related to vegetation management
- Operational characteristics of mechanical equipment and tools used in the area of vegetation management
- Safe work practices
- Pertinent federal, state and local laws that pertain to: storm water management
- Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
- Use of personal computers and basic software
Abilities
- Read and interpret basic maps and blueprints
- Apply good judgment and practical knowledge to resolve unusual or irregular problems in the area of work assigned
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Operate a personal computer and appropriate software
- Work in a manner consistent with the City of Vancouver’s Operating Principles
- Work and act as a team player in all interactions with other City employees
- Provide a high level of customer service at all times
- Project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work
- Develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and others
- Consistently provide quality service
- Maintain regular and dependable attendance
- Demonstrate a commitment to valuing differences among people and to being inclusive
- Show the utmost respect for others, and act as a team player
- Promote safety as a guiding principle and a regular practice in accomplishing work by focusing on safe practices and complying with safety and health policies and procedures.
- Recognize unsafe conditions which may be hazardous to an employee or to the public.
- Works in safe and responsible manner; not putting self or others at risk. Complies with applicable policies and procedures including but not limited to using personal protective equipment, observing warning signs, learning about potential hazards, and reporting all unsafe conditions.
This position is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment reference check, a basic criminal background check, a driving abstract, a medical evaluation, and drug testing.
The City of Vancouver is committed to advancing equity and creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We recognize that progress depends on more than just a verbal commitment; it depends on making meaningful organizational change. We developed and continue to develop strategies to enhance employee-centered programs, eliminate recruitment and advancement barriers, elevate employee understanding of DEI and cultural competency and build an inclusive and welcoming place to call work. We hope you’ll consider joining us on the journey!
Safety: The City of Vancouver believes every employee plays a role in maintaining a safe workplace. The City of Vancouver promotes safety as a guiding principle and practice and accomplishes work by creating safe work environments, complying with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently seeking improvements that support operational excellence.
Diversity and Inclusion: At the City of Vancouver, we value and foster a workplace comprised of people with a range of different backgrounds, experiences and cultures. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is key to innovation, effectiveness and a positive culture. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Vancouver is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability sexual orientation or gender identity. Employment decisions will be made to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of equity and nondiscrimination.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Washington law, qualified veterans may be eligible for Veterans’ preference when applying for City of Vancouver positions. Honorably discharged Veterans, their surviving spouses or spouses of honorably discharged Veterans with a permanent and total service-connected disability who would like to be considered for a Veterans’ preference for this job should provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.
ADA Accommodation: Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the City can reasonably provide them without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources: call 360-487-8417 or email hrfront1@cityofvancouver.us
Job Posting End Date
Open Until Filled
