Journey Level Maintenance Technician - Parks (Right-of-Ways)

City of Lacey

Lacey, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$6,303.27–$7,492.61

SKILLS

Aerial Work Platform, Backhoe Loader, Blowers, Bobcat Equipment, Class A License, Co-Payments, Communication Skills, Construction, Cost Control, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Data Recovery, Dental Insurance, Driver's License, Dump Truck/Tipper, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Excavator, Federal Laws and Regulations, Fitness, Forklift, Gardening, Government, Groundskeeping, Hand Tools, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Loaders, Maintenance Services, Material Moving, Microsoft Office, Mobile Plant/Equipment, Office Equipment, Operations Management, Operations Processes, Printers, Procedure Development, Public Works, Pumps, Safety/Work Safety, State Laws and Regulations, Student Loans, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Waste/Garbage/Recycle Collection, Welding, Word Processing

LOCATION

Lacey, WA

POSTED

13 days ago

Journey Level Maintenance Technician - Parks (Right-of-Ways) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/laceywa/jobs/newprint/5286032) Apply ? Journey Level Maintenance Technician - Parks (Right-of-Ways) Salary $6,303.27 - $7,492.61 Monthly Location 1200 College St SE, Lacey, WA Job Type Full Time Job Number 2026-00018 Department Public Works Division Parks Maintenance Opening Date 03/26/2026 Closing Date 5/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions BASIC PURPOSE Reporting to a Public Works Operations Maintenance Supervisor, and under daily supervision of a Senior Technician level position, the Journey Level Maintenance Technician performs skilled journey level maintenance, repair, and equipment operation for one of the City of Lacey Public Works (PW) Operations Sections. This position is responsible for duties which include, but are not limited to, assisting, training, directing and/or overseeing the work of Maintenance Assistants or seasonal positions; frequently looking for and recommending potential improvements in operating procedures and taking initiative to complete work in a safe, orderly and high-quality manner. Employees will be assigned journey level work in various sections of the overall PW Operations Division, as needed, based on short and long-term operating requirements. PRIMARY FOCUS & IMPACT: This position will have the primary responsibilities of landscape maintenance in the right-of-ways, medians, and/or round-abouts. Some of the duties include leaf removal, weeding, applying herbicides and pesticides, and tree work (planting, pruning, removal, etc.). Additionally, this position will be expected to follow all safety precautions to work in and around traffic while also leading seasonal staff. >> First round interviews will be held on May 20, 2026. >> Second round interviews will be held on May 22, 2026. Please note: the Hiring Manager reserves the right to make changes to this posting at any time. This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next six (6) months. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES General duties for all Journey Level Maintenance Technicians include: + Operation of various mobile equipment such as dump trucks, backhoes, excavators, loaders, septic trucks, Vactors, bobcats, sweepers, forklifts, mowers, bucket trucks, and other machinery to include hole hogs, jackhammers, welding equipment, man lifts, weed eaters, blowers, chainsaws, pumps and other powered/non-powered equipment in the performance of duties. + Responds to customer complaints relating to the assigned section of Public Works Operations, diagnosing problems, and taking initiative to resolve routine and/or typical problems. + Performing primary standby duty for all maintenance sections in accordance with that Public Works Operation Section policies and procedures for after-hours response. + Perform work that involves strenuous physical labor, physical dexterity, and/or mechanical aptitude. + Attends a wide range of required employee training courses such as employee performance and employee interaction, risk management, diversity and harassment training, safety training, emergency preparedness training and certification trainings. + Uses electronic work orders and timecard system to accurately document work. Specific functions within Public Works Operations include but are not limited to the following: Parks Maintenance Technician + Operates a variety of powered and non-powered equipment normally used in park maintenance and construction from heavy equipment to small engine equipment to hand tools. + Performs grounds maintenance activities like blowing, leaf removal and weeding. + Maintains and repairs equipment. + Applies herbicides, and pesticides. + Plants, prunes and removes trees and shrubs. + Performs and/or assists in hazardous tree removal. + Performs maintenance duties related to the construction, alteration, and repair of municipal parks, buildings, facilities, grounds, and equipment. + Ensures sanitary conditions in Parks by cleaning restrooms, emptying trash receptacles and collecting litter. + Performs athletic field maintenance including: mowing, fertilizing, top dressing, over seeding, lining fields, moving fences, goals, bases and mounds, re-sodding goal mouths, synthetic field grooming and repairs and crumb rubber filling. + Installs, repairs, and maintains automatic turf irrigation systems. + Pressure washes to clean park amenities or remove graffiti. + Inspects parks, playgrounds, athletic fields and grounds for hazards. + Identifies deficiencies and takes initiative to correct routine and/or typical problems. Works with Senior Maintenance Technician to resolve the more complex and/or complicated problems. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A H.S. Diploma or GED AND two (2) or more years' experience in maintenance, grounds care, repair and/or construction work on a public works maintenance crew related to the work of the division assigned to, including equipment operation and training. OR *May have a combination of experience, education, and training that would provide the level of knowledge and ability required to perform journey level work independently or as part of a repair crew. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSE(S): + Must pass a thorough background investigation and a pre-employment physical, including drug testing, to determine the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. + Must maintain a level of physical and mental fitness necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. + Must be attentive to job safety considerations and follows all required safety policies, procedures, and techniques. + Must have a valid Washington state driver license OR must be obtained within 30 days of hire, and a driving record acceptable to the City and the City's insurance carrier. + Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be complete as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act. + Must have or the ability to obtain a commercial driver license endorsement Class A, with air brake and tank endorsement within twenty-four (24) months of hire. + Obtain flagging certification and first aid/CPR certification within 12 months of hire. + Additional specialized certification and/or training relating to the requirements for specific section operations may be required due to new and/or changing regulations or technology. Parks Maintenance Technician + Must obtain a WSDA Pesticide Public Operator Certification & License within 12 months of the date of hire. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: + The physical layout and features of the Lacey streets, utilities and other physical systems pertinent to public works infrastructure. + Various Federal, State, and City guidelines that are applicable to the work done in the assigned division. + Work hazards and applicable state and federal safety regulations pertinent to public works repair and construction activities. Skill in: + Providing excellent customer service and a helpful attitude towards the citizens of Lacey. + Warmly greeting the public and clearly conveys a sincere willingness to be of service and/or be open to resolving the situation at hand. Clearly explains self or answers when necessary. Taking the time to ensure message is easily understood. Closing all contacts courteously and appropriately. + Proficiently operating all equipment associated to the division section assigned, including routine computer work such as data entry, word processing, and entry and retrieval of data in the City's work order system as trained and assigned. Ability to: + Abide by and uphold the City of Lacey PW Operations team values of Safety, Teamwork, Service, Professionalism, Trust, Humility and Accountability. + Demonstrate excellent team building skills and positive interactions with fellow employees on a daily basis. + Demonstrate a positive can-do attitude towards all types of work and working conditions. + Identify problems, make appropriate and quick decisions under emergency conditions, and exercise considerable initiative and judgment in making needed repairs and/or requesting assistance. + Perform the necessary arithmetic calculations required of the position. + Read and communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. + Perform strenuous physical activity associated with the essential duties of the position. + Work in the field in all weather conditions and over rough terrain. WORKING CONDITIONS WORK ENVIRONMENT: + Varies depending upon assignment. + Maintenance staff may be assigned to hazardous work areas such as the street surfaces, rights-of-way, and medians; ditches, pits and underground vaults; confined spaces; around heavy equipment; and operating potentially dangerous machines, power and hand tools. + Typical assignments are out-of-doors normally requiring work in inclement weather at cold, hot, dirty, wet, noisy, or cramped work sites. + The work involves strenuous physical labor, physical dexterity, and mechanical aptitude. + May be exposed to chemicals, toxic gases, raw sewage, or other environmental hazards. PHYSICAL ABILITIES: + Hearing, speaking, or otherwise communicating to exchange information in person or on the phone. + Perform strenuous physical labor associated with the essential duties of the position. + Work in the field in all weather conditions and over rough terrain. + Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying objects up to fifty (50) lbs. Some assistance is available to mitigate the heaviest lifting. + Bending, kneeling/crouching, reaching, climbing and crawling. + Operating heavy equipment, as well as electric, gas, and various hand tools. + Grasp and hold and effectively use assigned personal protective equipment and tools for the position. + Operate and understand basic computer programs such as windows, MS office, email, printers, and other office equipment. The City of Lacey understands the importance of benefits and offers a competitive and full benefits package for all regular full-time employees. Generally, represented employees may receive some, or all, of the benefits listed below, based on their union contracts. Those employees should consult their union agreements for specific information about their benefits, which can be found on the City web page here (http://www.ci.lacey.wa.us/city-government/city-departments/human-resources/union-contracts-and-policies) . This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 618-L. Medical Insurance Benefits: + Medical - Choice of Regence BlueShield (PPO) or Kaiser Permanente (HMO) plans offered through the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) Trust. The employer pays 100% of employee's monthly premiums and 90% of qualified dependent/domestic partner's premiums. + Vision - VSP with low co-pays + Dental - Choice of Willamette or Delta Dental plans and orthodontia coverage. + Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Program that provides resources to employees, their immediate family (including dependent children) and anyone living in the employee's household. The EAP can provide help with matters such as stress/anxiety, parenting, grief, workplace issues, legal services, financial services, and more. Life Insurance & Long Term Disability & Accidental Death and Dismemberment + Employer paid life insurance plan + Employer paid long term disability plan + Employer paid accidental death and dismemberment plan Leave Benefits: + 96 Hours of Vacation on Accrual Basis (increasing with years of service) + 11 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 Hours Sick Leave Accrued per Month + Jury Duty/Military Leave + Bereavement Leave *All benefits and accruals are outlined in the collective bargaining agreement found here: Policies, Union Contracts, Pay & Benefits - City of Lacey (https://cityoflacey.org/union-contracts-policies-pay/) Investment and Retirement Programs: + State retirement pension plan - Includes employer paid contributions to the State of Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) + 457 Deferred Compensation (voluntary)- two options MissionSquare and DRS + Social Security benefit (for Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) covered staff) - Our Employee Benefits include employer paid contributions to Social Security and Employees pay the employee portion of Social Security tax. + HRA/VEBA plan- A designated monthly amount (a City and/or employee contribution) is paid into a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) VEBA account. An HRA is a type of health plan savings account for your family's medical care expenses and premiums, which can be accessed during employment with the City or saved and used at separation or retirement. + 1% Benefit - Employer provides a 1% contribution of your monthly salary pre-tax towards two options; 1) applied to insurance premium amount owed for dependent coverage or invested into a 457 deferred compensation account; OR a cash disbursement amount applied to your check monthly but the amount is taxed. Voluntary Benefits: + Optional plans for additional life insurance, disability, and accident coverage + Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan - employees can contribute pre-tax contributions toward IRS allowed, qualifying medical and/or daycare expenses. Wellness Program: + The City has a robust employee Wellness program that offers a variety of resources and activities for employee well-being. Flexible Working Arrangements: + In recognition of Commute Trip reduction efforts, the City of Lacey provides flexible and alternative work schedules for many of our workforce positions. + City Hall is within minutes driving from I-5 Exit 108, and within walking/biking distance from Park and Ride Transit Martin Way Location and the Chehalis Western Trail. Tuition Reimbursement: + The City promotes a learning environment and encourages opportunities for employees to continue to grow in their positions and careers. The City offers tuition reimbursement (as outline in City Personnel Policies) for eligible employees. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF): + Employees are also eligible to apply to The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. This program is a United States government program that was created under the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007 to provide indebted professionals a way out of their federal student loan debt burden by working full-time in public service. *Note: Regular part-time employees may be eligible for pro-rated benefits (medical/dental/vision) depending on the hours of work assigned to the position. Their spouses and dependents are not eligible for health insurance coverage.

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