Public Works Waste ReSources has one Maintenance Worker I position available.  We are looking for team- and customer-focused individuals to join our Collections Program team.  This group is responsible for collection and disposal of garbage, recycling, and organics.  This position will work Monday through Friday year-round and will assist with residential cart delivery, cart removals, and cart maintenance. This position will also be responsible for assisting the Commercial maintenance crew, including collection staff.

 

Series Concept:

1.    Maintenance Worker I is the entry and training level in the Maintenance Worker series which consists of Maintenance Worker I, Maintenance Worker II, Field Crew Leader, and Lead Maintenance Worker classifications.
2.    Maintenance Workers I perform routine labor; basic repair and construction.
4.    The more routine assignments can be accomplished with general supervision.

Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will have: 

• A strong commitment to customer service, including:

• Problem-solving skills.

• The ability to communicate our services clearly to customers.

• A strong commitment to team, including:

• A willingness to assist team members

• Accepting individual responsibility but maintaining a shared responsibility to the team

• Ability to communicate well with co-workers and 

• A strong commitment to maintaining reliable attendance.

• An understanding of and commitment to safety.

To Apply

• Submit a cover letter and resume by attaching them to your electronic application. The cover letter must be no more than two pages long and must include specific examples of how you meet the Ideal Candidate Profile (listed below) for this position.

• Open Continuous. Apply by midnight on December 27, 2024 to be considered in the first review of applications.

• Only Electronic Applications are accepted.

Contact Information

If you have questions about the position and/or requirements, please contact Donald Ragsdale, Waste Resources Operations Supervisor at (360) 753-8273 or via email at dragsdal@ci.olympia.wa.us.

Essential Functions

The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to:

• Deliver and pick up refuse/recycle carts and containers.

• Repair and maintain refuse/recycle carts and containers.

• Respond to customer requests for special pick-ups.

• Wash and breakdown carts to prepare for recycling facility.

• Provide support for maintenance and collection staff.

• Respond to questions, comments, and/or complaints from customers and the public.

• Assignments will be outside and will require work in inclement weather and/or dirty, wet, noisy or cramped work sites.

• This position requires the physical ability to perform manual tasks, and mobility to navigate all types of surfaces and terrain.

• This position will require the ability to lift heavy objects, up to 70 pounds.

• Punctual, regular and reliable attendance is essential for successful job performance.

• Wash and re-paint containers and roll off’s

Typical Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

1. Knowledge of basic safety procedures and precautions.
2. Skill in operating and maintaining small manual/power tools and equipment.
3. Ability to perform strenuous physical activity.
4. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
5. Ability to work as a member of a crew.
6. Ability to respond to citizen inquiries appropriately.
 

Experience/Education:

1. One year's general work experience required.
 

Special Requirement:

1. Valid Washington State Drivers' License

Union:

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

Compensation (minimum-maximum):

$54,127.01 - $65,787.90

Exempt:

No

The City of Olympia complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Nicole Camus, Deputy Human Resources Director, at 360.753.8213 or