What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker - Grounds position at City of Vancouver?
Salary Range
4,411.00 - 5,693.00
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 who maintain the parks, landscaping, and related City property for the public then the City of Vancouver may be for you.
We’re currently recruiting for a Maintenance Worker - Grounds. The primary responsibilities for the job are to perform skilled work in the construction, maintenance, and various activities related to grounds maintenance. The position is expected to work effectively in a team environment and provide quality customer service to the public.
This is a full-time, regular, non-exempt union position. This position is covered under the provisions of an agreement between the City and the JLC - Teamsters union. The schedule for this position is M-Th, 6:30am to 4pm, Fri 6:30am-3pm. A 9/80 flex schedule with every other Friday off.
2024 Salary Ranges:
MW: $4,081-$5,274 and Senior MW: $4,411-$5,693
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 MW’s 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.
Job Details
Essential Functions:
- Water, mow, weed, trim, renovate, and fertilize lawns. Drive and operate City vehicles and equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
- Inspect and repair City property such as park benches, docks, sidewalks, and play equipment.
- Plant, water, and maintain landscaped areas consisting of trees, flowers, shrubs, and lawns.
- Trim and prune trees and shrubs, and stake trees as necessary.
- Rake leaves and clear debris and litter from walks, fields, and other facilities.
- Perform winterizing maintenance in parks, gardens, and City owned facilities. Assist with irrigation maintenance and herbicide application.
- Install and repair playground equipment, fences, benches, and other related park equipment and facilities.
- Clean restrooms and picnic shelters.
- Assist with setup and takedown of events.
- May perform duties as assigned in other departments. Other departments may include, but are not limited to, Water, Wastewater, Stormwater, Traffic Signs and Striping, Streets, and GSL.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
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
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
Computer Skills - Beginner skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel
Required Licenses and/or Certifications
Maintenance Worker:
Possession of a Valid Driver’s License
Ability to obtain:
- Class "A" commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement within twelve (12) months of hire, permit required within six (6) months of hire
- Tanker endorsement within 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.
Senior Maintenance Worker:
Possession of a Valid Driver’s License and Class "A" commercial driver's license (CDL)
Ability to obtain:
- Tanker endorsement within 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 grounds maintenance.
- Operational characteristics of mechanical equipment and tools used in the field of grounds maintenance.
- Safe work practices.
- Pertinent federal, state, and local laws that pertain to grounds and landscape maintenance.
- Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment.
- Use of personal computers and basic software.
Abilities
- Work independently in the absence of direct supervision
- Apply good judgement and practical knowledge to resolve unusual or irregular problems
- Establish cooperative and respectful relationships with those contacted in the course of work
- Safely operate a variety of mechanical, vehicular, and stationary equipment
- Operate a personal computer and appropriate software
- Safely operate a variety of hand and power tools
- Interpret basic maps and blueprints and follow oral and written instructions
- Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time and under unfavorable conditions
- Perform heavy manual labor
- Work in a manner that maximizes public safety
- Work safely with dangerous materials
- 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
- Always provide a high level of customer service
- Project and maintain a positive image during work
- 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
April 30, 2025
