Water Maintenance Operations Specialist

• Applying customer service techniques;

The City of Tukwila is searching for a Maintenance & Operations Specialist to perform journey level activities in our Water Department. Water Maintenance & Operations Specialists perform individually and as part of a team in the maintenance and operations activities throughout the water system. They operate hand/power tools, equipment, and machinery to accomplish assigned duties such as, but not limited to meter reading, field data collection, grounds/building maintenance, operating and maintaining valves/pumps/hydrants, installation and repair of water infrastructure, flagging, excavating, and emergency repair work on the water system.

The City of Tukwila is 9.6 square miles of opportunity and a dynamic place to work. The population is over 22,000 at night and up to 150,000+ during the day. Tukwila shares borders with the Cities of Seattle, Renton, Sea Tac, Burien, and Kent. Its central location lies in the heart of the Puget Sound region, sitting 12 miles south of downtown Seattle, 17 miles north of downtown Tacoma, and just east of Sea Tac Airport.

It is easily accessed by I-5 and I-405 or via either of Tukwila's two train stations, the Sounder Station or the Sound Transit Light Rail Station.

To provide superior services that support a safe, inviting, and healthy environment for our residents, businesses, and guests.

Caring – We support the diverse community we serve with compassion, empathy and kindness.

Professional – We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards and act with integrity and transparency. We are respectful and courteous with all.

Responsive – We are timely and effective in the delivery of great customer service. We continually strive to find innovative ways to improve.

The Public Works Department provides the foundation for high quality of life in Tukwila by protecting the health and safety of residents, visitors, and businesses. The Department is responsible for design, construction, operations, and maintenance of the City’s essential transportation, water, sewer, and surface water infrastructure. Public Works also supports other departments through the management and maintenance of the City’s vehicles and facilities assets.

The department is comprised of 67 employees organized into four divisions:
Administration, Engineering, Maintenance & Operations, and Fleet & Facilities.

• Competitive salary with scheduled step increases on an annual basis
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans
• Employer contributions to the State Retirement System pension plan
• Deferred Compensation plan options.
• Paid holidays as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement
• VEBA (tax‑free health savings account)
• Employee Wellness Program in addition to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

$6,850 - $8,331 per month. This position is represented by the Teamsters 763.

We don’t typically hire at the top of the range.

Please submit an online application, cover letter, and resume via our NEOGOV job link. Initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the "education" and "work experience" sections of your application along with your cover letter and resume.

Veteran's Preference is available in accordance with state laws. Attach DD214 or NGB Form 22 for eligibility.

The City of Tukwila is an equal opportunity employer and strives to employ a diverse workforce reflective of the community it serves. Qualified applicants with multicultural experience and/or backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

This selection process may include but is not limited to evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, testing, and interviewing. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at human resources.

• This position will remain open until filled

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