Utility Worker I

Position Overview

The Building Services Section in King County's Facilities Management Division (FMD) is seeking to fill an immediate Utility Worker I vacancy and establish an eligibility list for future opportunities. The Utility Worker team is responsible for a wide variety of maintenance and equipment operation duties not associated with journey-level work in any skilled trade. This role involves working with a variety of people in a variety of locations;

no two days are the same! Our ideal applicant is someone that has some experience in light maintenance, landscaping, grounds cleaning, operating hand tools and wants to grow in our organization. This role is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door with county government. We highly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

• Standard workweek: 40 hours, Monday
  - Friday.
• Hours:
  
  6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
• Locations: multiple locations including downtown Seattle and the Kent area.

• Career Service (CS) positions are full-time, comprehensive benefits eligible, including retirement, and are considered permanent after successful completion of a 6-month probation period.
• Term-limited Temporary (TLT) positions are "at will" but are full-time and eligible for comprehensive benefits. TLT positions may be eligible for retirement benefits.

• This role offers a generous benefits package including Paid Time off, Medical, Dental, and participation into the Pension system.
• Career Service (CS) positions are full-time, comprehensive benefits eligible, including retirement, and are considered permanent after successful completion of a 6-month probation period.
• Term-limited Temporary (TLT) positions are "at will" but are full-time and eligible for comprehensive benefits. TLT positions may be eligible for retirement benefits.

• Clean and maintain a variety of areas, including building and/or bus shelter interiors and exteriors, surrounding landscapes, parking areas and vehicles.
• Operate power tools including pressure washers.
• Maintain daily logs and complete work requests on assignments.
• Load and drive various types of trucks including dump and box trucks.
• Assist in performing minor maintenance and repairs to facilities, grounds and structures, including periodic preventive maintenance and inspection, and repairs resulting from vandalism and emergencies.
• Lift, carry, move office furniture and equipment using moving equipment as well as manually.
• Set up meeting rooms as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Previous work experience performing physical tasks in a capacity related to this position.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.
• Knowledge of the basic use and care of tools and equipment. Ability to get along and work effectively with others in the team. Basic knowledge of building craft and mechanical trades.
• Knowledge of safety procedures.
• Ability to take direct orders, work assignment and communicate effectively with the supervisor.

• Candidates must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License.
• Driving is a regular job function of this position - a five year Washington State Complete Driver's Abstract will be required.
• Final appointment is contingent upon acceptable driving history, successfully passing the fingerprint based criminal history check, and a pre-employment physical examination.

• This position is non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible.
• Standard workweek: 40 hours, Monday
  - Friday.
• Hours:
  
  6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
• This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union, Local 925.
• This role offers a generous benefits package including Paid Time off, Medical, Dental, and participation into the Pension system.
• Work might be performed in multiple locations, including downtown Seattle and the Kent area.
• This position is designated as a FIRST RESPONDER in the event of a proclaimed emergency. Meaning this position has a role in emergency response and is responsible for the protection and preservation of life, property, evidence, environment and/or restoration of order.

For any questions regarding this opportunity, please reach out to Sarah McCauley at smccauley.

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