Building Maintenance Operator

Description

Priority consideration will be provided to current City of Edmonds employees who are qualified bargaining unit members and apply by Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:30 PM. If no internal candidate is selected, the first review date for all other applications received will be Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:30 PM.

Under general supervision, performs skilled construction, maintenance, repair and renovation of City buildings, facilities and equipment; performs duties in a variety of the building maintenance and construction trades including carpentry, plumbing, roofing, painting, masonry and locksmith duties. Assures buildings are maintained in a safe and clean condition and prepares and maintains records.

New hires generally start between $6,895.00 and $7,600.50 per month. Placement within the position’s full wage scale is based on qualifications and professional experience. The full wage scale for this position is between $6,895.00 and $8,380.00 per month.

The Facilities Division is within the Public Works Department and includes an 11‑person unit with Facilities Maintenance and Custodial staffing. It supports 18 City Buildings, the City electrical infrastructure and all custodial needs. Building Maintenance Staff work Monday‑Friday, first shift, but may be called in for emergencies during evening and weekend hours.

• Responsible for preparing Public Works Department grant agency invoicing and reimbursements to ensure that grant and contract work is reimbursed to the City in a timely manner.
• Performs skilled maintenance, repair and renovation of City buildings, facilities and equipment.
• Performs skilled duties in a variety of building maintenance and construction trades including carpentry, plumbing, roofing, painting, masonry, locksmithing and other trades.
• Designs, constructs, repairs and refinishes cabinets and woodwork.
• Performs carpentry duties including construction of walls, footings and forms.
• Repairs and replaces sheetrock and performs other general carpentry duties.
• Designs and drafts blueprints and working drawings for remodels, cabinets, sidewalks, stairs and various projects.
• Assists and coordinates with other departments for remodeling and space upgrades.
• Serves as crew leader for projects as directed.
• Removes, repairs and installs a variety of flooring including vinyl, carpeting, ceramic tile, cove base and linoleum.
• Repairs and maintains plumbing fixtures including toilets, sinks, showers, drains and hot water tanks; installs new supply and waste lines and other related plumbing.
• Performs masonry duties including construction, repair and replacement of roofing materials.
• Constructs and repairs concrete sidewalks, stairs, footings and walls; builds forms, pours and finishes concrete.
• Performs minor electrical repairs and replacements including switches, motors and pumps.
• Performs locksmithing duties; assists department heads and vendors to establish and secure a keying system; maintains lock and key inventory.
• Prepares surfaces for painting; mixes, blends and applies paint to match or cover interior or exterior surfaces; works on ladders or scaffolding as needed.
• Maintains and prepares records related to work performed including inventories, work orders, preventive maintenance, key system records and inspection records.
• Operates a variety of equipment including hand and power tools and machinery such as boom trucks, dump trucks and backhoes as assigned.
• Performs various janitorial activities including cleaning and disinfecting restrooms; vacuuming, mopping, waxing and dusting; stocking supplies and purchasing various materials and supplies as needed.
• Assists with asbestos abatement, HVAC, insect control and other areas as directed.
• Assists in the preparation of various events including setup and break down of platforms, sound systems, banners, stairs and other equipment.

• High‑school graduate with three years of responsible journey‑level maintenance experience in one or more of the building trades.

• A valid Driver's License at the time of hire and a…