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The City of Renton's Solid Waste Section is recruiting to fill a Maintenance Services Worker 1 vacancy. This position would be a good fit for someone that enjoys being outside in all types of weather. The work requires minimal supervision and provides opportunities for training and exposure to other street related duties.
The Maintenance Services Worker performs physically labor-intensive tasks in support of an assigned section within 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.
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
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Operate a variety of light equipment, trucks and hand and power tools; operate heavier vehicles and equipment under supervision.
- Load and unload materials from trucks.
- Utilize Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required.
- Perform traffic control duties for co-workers, other City departments and contractors as assigned.
- 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.
- Street and Solid Waste Section
- Remove litter, debris, and other material on or adjacent to roadways and right of ways.
- Install solid waste trash containers as required.
- Manage the site operations, setup and removal of the City sponsored recycle events.
- Assist with winter operations, including operating a small deicer unit and small flatbed sander, clean-up of sand and debris.
- Assist in building forms, mixing, pouring and finishing concrete; assist in street, pavement construction; repair, build, and paint guardrails.
- Assist in the cleaning, maintenance, and repair to streets.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
- Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of this classification.
- Valid driver's license.
- Successful passing of a required background check.
- Successful passing of a required driving record check.
- The following certificates are required within six months of employment:
- Flagging certificate
- First aid and CPR certificates
The following certificates are required within one year of employment:
- Confined Space/Competent Person Training
- NIMS 100 and 700
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY, please visit: Solid Waste Maintenance Services Worker | Job Details tab | Career Pages (governmentjobs.com)
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