City Of Renton Jobs Hiring Now

The City of Renton's Public Works Maintenances Services department is recruiting to fill vacancies in Surface Water sections. The Maintenance Services Worker performs technical, and physically labor-intensive tasks in support of the Public Works Maintenance division. Work is performed independently and as part of a team. Tasks are completed with general guidelines and require some independent judgment. Contribute to the City’s vision, mission, and goals in the performance of all job duties. This classification is part of a series and incumbents may also perform duties at the entry and/or intermediate level.

Annual Salary:
Maintenance Services Worker 2: $68,928 - $84,012
Maintenance Services Worker 3: $76,092 - $92,724

The City of Renton's Public Works Maintenance department enjoys a year around flexible schedule (starting as early as 6am with 9/80 and 4/10 schedules), van pool opportunities, free ORCA card, a $300 clothing allowance, and $205 boot allowance, and more!

Working for the City of Renton comes with an excellent benefits package, including:

• Deferred compensation with the City contributing 3% of the employee's salary.
• VEBA Plan with the City contributing 1% of the employee's salary.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance at affordable rates
• Paid leave for vacation, sick, eleven holidays and two "personal" holidays a year
• State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) plan enrollment

• Perform general grounds maintenance duties including mowing, edging, weeding, planting, and pruning as well as applying specialized chemicals to control and eradicate weeds, insects and other pests.
• Remove litter and debris from roadways and facilities and assist in the cleanup of job sites, within right-of-ways, easements, and other areas as required.
• Assist in the excavation and rechanneling of ditches.
• Load and unload materials from trucks.
• Assist to maintain inventory of tools, equipment and supplies on vehicles.
• Dig and backfill excavations manually and using light equipment.
• Operate a variety of heavy and light equipment, specialized equipment and hand and power tools.
• Assist to maintain vehicle, tools and equipment in a clean, safe and proper working condition.
• Input data for a variety of records including work orders, time records and materials use records.
• Respond to customer questions and maintain good public relations.
• Perform traffic control duties in high traffic conditions for co-workers, other City departments and contractors as assigned.
• Utilize Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Contribute to an environment of teamwork and respect.
• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
• Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.
• Participate in and help provide cross-training in processes as directed by management to ensure a well-rounded team for coverage purposes.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May be assigned to support City priorities during emergencies.

• Assist in flushing and removing debris from sewer and drain lines; clean storm drains; maintain and repair closed conduit drainage pipes and facilities.
• Assist in the installation, maintenance and repair of sanitary and storm sewers.
• Assist in the maintenance and repair of sanitary and storm, lines, streets and manholes.
• Assist in inspection, maintenance and minor repair of sanitary and storm lift stations, including lift station electrical equipment and pumps.
• Read maps, blueprints and schematics to locate, build and repair City storm, and sanitary sewer lines.
• Operate, high-pressure jet truck, dump and service truck, CCTV van and equipment.

• Perform a variety of specialized duties in the construction, maintenance and repair of City streets, water distribution, surface water, and wastewater facilities and systems.
• Excavate and rechannel ditches.
• Load and unload materials from trucks.
• Read maps, blueprints, and schematics to locate all city owned infrastructure.
• Dig and backfill excavations manually and using light and heavy equipment.
• Assist in the cleanup of job sites.
• Direct cleanup crews as assigned.
• Operate a variety of heavy and light equipment, specialized equipment and hand and power tools, gas detector, and forklift.
• Perform general grounds maintenance duties including mowing, edging, weeding, planting, and pruning; apply specialized chemicals to control and eradicate weeds, insects, and other pests.
• Remove litter and debris from roadways and facilities.
• Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies on maintenance vehicles; maintain vehicle, tools, and equipment in a clean, safe, and proper working condition.
• Input data for a variety of records including system operations, inspections, preventive maintenance and materials use records; work orders, time records, and field records.
• Inspect facilities and systems for maintenance and repair needs; update and revise maps and diagrams of streets, pipe and manhole locations.
• Respond to and assist with the construction and maintenance of various department needs as it relates to streets, pipeline construction, flood control, snowstorms, waste removal, manhole repair and catch basin maintenance, and flag traffic as required.
• Operate computers, GPS survey equipment, laser levels, and software programs associated in the recording and mapping of City facilities, components, and systems.
• Assist with trench excavation to proper survey grade and line, laying of pipe, rechanneling of ditches and other aspects of surface water and wastewater system activities as assigned.
• Estimate of materials needed for projects.
• Utilize Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Respond to customer complaints and inquiries.
• Contribute to an environment of teamwork and respect.
• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
• Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.
• Participate in and help provide cross-training in processes as directed by management to ensure a well-rounded team for coverage purposes.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May be assigned to support City priorities during emergencies.

• Inspect, monitor and maintain the surface water and wastewater sewer drainage systems of the City, clean and paint pipes and fittings and other surface water and wastewater system components.
• Inspect manholes to monitor sewer flow; wash and clean storm drains, holding ponds, manholes and sewer lines to prevent flow stoppage and septic conditions; perform sewer line flushing and cleaning t; clean out catch basins.
• Assist in the installation, cleaning, maintenance and repair of storm and wastewater mains, catch basins and manholes; assist in the removal of old pipe and install new mains, services, catch basins and manholes.
• Enter and work in underground manholes, chambers, and vaults; assist in the inspection, maintenance and minor repair of wastewater and surface water lift stations, including lift station electrical equipment and pumps.
• Locate and raise manhole covers to provide access to system; replace manhole rings and lids; repair manhole bases and channels.
• Assist lift station technician with inspections, maintain and repair waste and storm water pump stations including hydraulics, electrical and electronics; adjust pump station flows as needed.
• Pump storm water material into tanker trucks; replace fluid into the sewage system and dispose of solid material.
• Operate Closed Circuit Television Inspection van and equipment for the internal inspection of sewer line; maintain a video library of the City’s sewage collection system.
• Assist lift station technician with maintenance and repair of pump stations including electrode maintenance, changing filters and wet well washing; maintain dry wells for pump operation and cleanliness.
• Assist lift station technicians with maintenance of pumps including lubricating, pulling pumps to remove blockages, replace seals and valves and inspect impellers; inspect wafer and solenoid valves and clean and replace O-rings; paint pump station as needed.
• Operate high-pressure vacuum and pump assemblies.
• Assist lift station technicians with maintenance of telemetry systems by monitoring signals sent from base to pump stations; replace modules and fuses as necessary.

• One year construction maintenance experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• The following certificates are required within six (6) months of employment:
  • Flagging certificate
  • First aid and CPR certificates
  • Fork lift card.
• The following certificates are required within one year of employment:
  • Washington State CDL Class A driver's license with tanker endorsement
  • NIMS 100 and 700 Certificates
  • Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) Certificate
  • Confined Space Entry Certificate
• Successful passing of a required background check.
• Positions that require a CDL Class A are safety sensitive positions. Employment is contingent upon successful drug and alcohol screening and subject to random testing.

• Wastewater Collection Specialist I Certificate.
• Pipe Assessment and Certificate Program (PACP) certificate.

• Two years of experience within the specific assigned maintenance services area.
• Washington State CDL Class A driver's license.
• The following certificates are required within six (6) months of employment:
  • Flagging certificate
  • First aid and CPR certificates
  • Forklift card
  • Tanker endorsement
• The following certificates are required within one year of employment:
  • NIMS 100 and 700 Certificates
  • Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) Certificate
  • Confined Space Entry Certificate

• Successful passing of a required background check.
• Positions that require a CDL Class A are safety sensitive positions. Employment is contingent upon successful drug and alcohol screening and subject to random testing.

• Wastewater Collection Specialist I Certificate.
• Pipe Assessment and Certificate Program (PACP) certificate.

• Drive to offsite locations to perform essential functions.
• Move throughout City facilities and buildings.
• Operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Communicate with City employees and residents.
• Lift or move items weighing up to 100 pounds regularly.
• Lift heavy objects in awkward and confined spaces, using proper lifting and rigging techniques.
• Bending, stretching, and standing for extended periods.

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Exposure to hazardous materials and noise from equipment.
• Work is performed within the right of way, and in high traffic conditions.
• Noise level out in the field is moderately loud.
• Noise level in the office is moderately quiet.

Selection Procedure

The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high quality services to the community. For more information about the City of Renton, please visit the following website: Why Renton.

The City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including candidates’ names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the screening of applications. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application.

Communication from the City of Renton:
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from rentonwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. We also communicate via text and encourage you to sign up for text alerts when completing your job application.

Recruitment Process:
The screening process will include a review of minimum qualifications and applicants selected for an interview will be invited via email to self-schedule a time through the Government Jobs account. At minimum, this position will be subject to a standard criminal background check and professional reference check. This position requires driving and is also subject to a driving record check from the WA State Dept. of Licensing (or other state equivalent). Driving records will be evaluated based on a points system depending on the infraction and severity.

This position is represented by AFSCME, Local 2170, and the applicable benefits are as follows:

• Employees are offered a choice of medical/vision coverage through either Kaiser Permanente or the City's self-insured plan. Preferred Provider Option is available through the self-insured plan. Rates for both plans are available on the Benefit webpage. Please click on the link at the bottom of the page for details.
• The dental insurance plan covers services such as regular checkups, x-rays, fillings and crowns. Orthodontia coverage is also provided.

• The City contributes 3% of the employee's base wage rate into a deferred compensation retirement plan.
• Employees may also set aside a percentage of their earnings on a tax-deferred basis.

• Employees are enrolled in either the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Plan (PERS) or the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).
• The following position is required to be enrolled in PSERS*
  • Probation Officer

• If an employee was in PERS prior to 2006, the employee had the choice to remain in the PERS plan.

• Both the employee and employer contribute to the plan.

• A group term life insurance policy is provided to each employee at a value equivalent to the annual salary, up to $50,000.
• Each eligible dependent is also provided with a $1,000 policy. There is no cost to the employee.
• Optional supplemental insurance is available for employees and their dependents at group rates.

• Many employees are provided with a long term disability policy up to the equivalent of 60% of their salary.

• The City offers employees the opportunity to open two separate tax-free accounts through salary reduction. One account is to pay for expenses not covered by health insurance and the other account is for child care costs.

• Employees accrue vacation beginning with the first day of employment as follows: 12 days per year (0-5 years); 18 days per year (6-10 years); 21 days per year (11-15 years); 24 days per year (16-20 years); and 27 days per year (21+ years).
• Employees may access their vacation immediately.

• Upon employment, the employee receives a sick leave bank of 24 hours, with an additional 24 hours awarded after three months.
• Thereafter, sick leave accrues at the rate of four hours each pay period.

• A confidential counseling assessment and referral service is available without cost to employees and family members for help with personal, family or job-related problems.

• The City of Renton pays employees on the tenth and the twenty-fifth of each month (24 pay periods each year).

• The City recognizes eleven holidays and offers two "personal" holidays each calendar year for most employees, unless otherwise specified in a labor contract.

• Flexible work schedules are available in many departments.

• Unlimited free rides on various bus systems as well as various carpool and rideshare options are available for City employees.