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Under the direction of the Public Services Director, serves as the Assistant Public Services Director responsible for the overall management, coordinating and overseeing the day-to-day operations of delegated portions of the Public Services divisions, ensuring implementation of department-wide strategic priorities, modernization initiatives, process improvements, and consistent operational performance across the department. Civil and Environmental Engineering Principles and practices; Engineering Mathematics; Environmental Engineering, Road and bridge construction and maintenance methods and materials; Maintenance Management principles; Bridge Inspection and Bridge Program management principles and practices; Modern employee supervision principles; Accounting and Budgeting Principles.

<img alt="TextDescription automatically generated with medium confidence" height="102" src="//:0" width="321"/>Classification: Engineering Senior Manager IVJob Req: R3112Department: Public ServicesHours/Week:  40Union: N/A Pay Range: : $10,476 - $13,286 per month ( Engineering Management pay plan ESM IV Step 1-13) Hiring Range: $10,476 - $11,117 per month (Engineering Management pay plan ESM IV Step 1-4 DOQ)Open Date: May 12, 2026Close Date: June 11, 2026 with weekly reviews. Note: If candidate is found, job posting will be closed before June 11th closing date.Overview:There is one Engineering Senior Manager IV opening with the Yakima County Public Services Department. Under the direction of the Public Services Director, serves as the Assistant Public Services Director responsible for the overall management, coordinating and overseeing the day-to-day operations of delegated portions of the Public Services divisions, ensuring implementation of department-wide strategic priorities, modernization initiatives, process improvements, and consistent operational performance across the department. This position is responsible for in the overall management of the environmental services programs. Directly responsible for supervising approximately 80 employees with an annual budget of more than $20 million, the position is responsible for program development, capital and maintenance program administration and budgeting for the Solid Waste Division, Water Resources Division, Water and Wastewater Utilities Division.Benefits included in position:Health Care Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life and Basic LTD) Retirement Benefits Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave Note: This is a non-bargaining unit position. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that occur within 90 days of the closing of this position. (This excludes Yakima County Sheriff's Office and Department of Corrections)    Responsibilities:Essential Duties:Establishes and implements broad department wide goals, work objectives, initiatives, directives, policies and procedures within the functional areas of responsibility; plans, evaluates, directs and implements programs in multiple departmental Divisions; establishes priorities, and provides managerial, technical and administrative leadership and advice. Standardizing processes across divisions. Develops general programs and strategies to accomplish the goals and objectives established by the Board of County Commissioners and the Public Services Director for the Solid Waste, Water Resources, and Water / Wastewater Utilities of the Environmental Services Department. Formulates, develops and adjusts programs, strategies and priorities and makes resource allocations within these divisions. Develops general strategies and processes for delegated items from the Public Services Director within other Public Services divisions.  Directs the selection, evaluation training and motivation of the Division Managers; resolves grievances and other sensitive matters; determines appropriate personnel actions including initiating and implementing disciplinary actions. Delegates authority to subordinate managers. Oversees and ensures compliance with the statutory and administrative requirement for administration of the Environmental Services Department. Oversees compliance strategies and processes for delegated items from the Public Services Director within other Public Services divisionsCreates, implements and monitors annual budgets for the functional areas. Develops and updates six year environmental capital improvement programs (CIPs), annual capital construction programs and makes recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners and Public Services Director for the construction, replacement or improvement of county facilities, (with the exception of county transportation facilities) and the apportionment of funds to administration, operations and maintenance functions.  Evaluates functional area workload and makes recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners and the Public Services Director regarding functional area staffing levels, and makes determinations whether to accomplish work with county staff, or to use outside consultants or contractors.Collaborates and interacts with other elected officials, department heads, local government officials and the general public to explain departmental functions, goals, objectives and projects, and to resolve the most sensitive and technical issues. Build consistent culture across divisions and lead internal communication processes. Creates coordinated workflows and decision pathways.Performs the daily administrative functions of the Environmental Services Department.  Other duties required  Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree: Type of degree: Civil Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Business Administration, Planning, Public Administration AND ten (10) years of progressively responsible Civil Engineering or Environmental Sciences Experience with four years in a supervisory or managerial capacity. Required:    Possession of a valid Washington State driver’s license and proof of insurance, if requested, is required at time of appointment. · Obtain within one (1) year of appointment   *Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) Management of Landfill Operations (MOLO); *Association of State Flood Plain Managers (ASFPM) Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)  *Successful completion of a general employment verification. Preferred:   · Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington. · Master of Science in Any Engineering Field, Master of Business Administration, Master of Public Administration, or related field·Certifications:  *Washington State Department of Health Water Distribution Manager II (WDM 2) Equipment Used: Telephone, computer, calculator, FAX machine, copy machine, simple survey equipment, general office equipment and passenger vehicles. Working Conditions: · Maybe required to travel outside of Yakima County for meetings and field work.  ·Maybe required to attend meetings outside of regular work hours. This position is rated as Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects or work out in the field. Environment: exposure to weather, extreme temperatures, moving/mechanical parts, vibration. travel, multiple work locations, field work, and may be exposed to hostile / angry individuals; work outside of standard business hours and locations.Physical Demands: bending, carrying, handling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, fingering, balancing, kneeling, hearing, talking, and visual acuity.Intellectual Demands: ability to multitask, confidentiality, ability to work under pressure, ability to articulate and communicate information in conversations, ability to follow written instruction, and ability to follow verbal instruction. Knowledge:Civil and Environmental Engineering Principles and practices; Engineering Mathematics; Environmental Engineering, Road and bridge construction and maintenance methods and materials; Maintenance Management principles; Bridge Inspection and Bridge Program management principles and practices; Modern employee supervision principles; Accounting and Budgeting Principles. Skills (and abilities):Developing and implementing policies, plans and procedures; Planning and Supervising the work of others; Problem solving and decision making; Effective oral and written communication with a variety of individuals; Employee management in a collective bargaining environment.       “AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER” Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and the Disabled are encouraged to apply. Yakima County ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of a person’s age, color, creed, sensory, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political belief, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and military status, or any other protected status under federal or state statute.PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish the information. Disabled applicants may request accommodation to participate in the job application and/or selection process for employment. Please contact Human Resources for further information.Yakima County is a qualified Public Service entity for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to <a href="https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" style="color:rgba( 0 , 0 , 255 , 1 );font-size:12pt" target="_blank">https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service</a>or contact your federal loan servicer.In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Yakima County will hire only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Yakima County is an E-Verify Employer.

Yakima County

R3112 Engineering Senior Manager IV

Accounting

Administrative Skills

Bridge Building

Budget Management

Budgeting

Business Administration

Business Plan

Calculators

Civil Engineering

Collective Bargaining

Communication Skills

Construction

Copying Machines

Disciplinary Action

Driver's License

Environmental Engineering

Environmental Management

Environmental Sciences

Environmental Work

Establish Priorities

Fax Machines

Health Department

Health Plan

Insurance

Leadership

Local Government

Maintain Compliance

Mathematics

Multitasking

Office Equipment

Operational Improvement

Operations Management

People Management

Policy Development

Policy Implementation

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Process Improvement

Professional Engineer

Project/Program Management

Public Administration

Regulatory Compliance

Resource Management

Roadway Construction

Strategic Planning

WDM (Wavelength Division Multiplexing)

Water Resource Management

Water Utility

Willing to Travel

Writing Skills

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National Mortgage Field Services is actively seeking a reliable independent contractor located in or near Yakima, WA to handle local property inspections. This is a field-based role suited for individuals who are already working independently and can manage their own territory.

Drive-By Property Inspector (Independent Contractor)Yakima,
 WA and Yakima CountyNational Mortgage
 Field Services is actively seeking a reliable independent contractor
 located in or near Yakima, WA to handle local property inspections.This is a
 field-based role suited for individuals who are already working
 independently and can manage their own territory.What You'll Do:•
 Drive to assigned properties in your local area•
 Take required exterior photos•
 Determine occupancy status (occupied or vacant)•
 Submit reports using a mobile appThis is not random
 gig work — this is territory-based assignment work. Contractors who
 stay consistent are given continued volume in their area.What We're
 Looking For:•
 Must live in or very near the Meridian, MS area•
 Must be dependable and able to complete work on time•
 Comfortable working independently and managing routes•
 Reliable vehicle and smartphone requiredAdditional
 Requirements:•
 Background check required•
 Basic computer access for form submission•
 Ability to follow photo and reporting guidelinesCompensation:•
 Paid per inspection (varies by area and volume)•
 Rural routes often allow multiple inspections per runThis role works
 best for individuals already doing:•
 Field services•
 Property preservation•
 Real estate-related work•
 Delivery or route-based work with flexible schedulingWe are currently
 building out coverage in this area and are looking for someone who
 can take ownership of this territory.Apply today if you
 are local and ready to begin.

National Mortgage Field Services

Mortgage Field Inspector – Local Area Coverage (Independent Contractor) - Yakima, WA / Yakima County

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Home Inspections

Mortgage

On Site Support

Real Estate

Smartphones

Territory Management

Time Management

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You bring strong engineering and project management capabilities, with experience developing and executing multi-year capital plans, managing budgets and forecasts, leading infrastructure modernization initiatives, and successfully delivering complex projects from concept through implementation. You are a continuous improvement advocate who identifies opportunities to reduce costs, improve reliability, enhance sustainability, and drive energy reduction initiatives while supporting the plant's long-term operational strategy.

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Grow with Welch's!Welch's is on a journey towards our bold ambition of being the global-leader of convenient, good for you fruit-based food and beverages. To turn this goal into a reality we need you and other exceptionally talented, agile, and innovative individuals who are eager to contribute to something extraordinary!At Welch's, we're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of a vibrant, authentic, and inclusive culture where you not only belong, but also have the opportunity to unleash the best, most authentic version of you.
Position SummaryWe are seeking a strategic and hands-on
Technical Services Manager, Engineering and Maintenance
to lead engineering, maintenance, reliability, utilities, and capital project initiatives at our Grandview, WA manufacturing facility. This role is a key member of the plant leadership team and will oversee the development of a high-performing organization focused on safety, reliability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement within a 24/7 fruit processing operation.Reporting directly to the Plant Director, this leader will drive plant performance through proactive maintenance strategies, technical leadership, infrastructure optimization, and execution of both short and long-term capital initiatives. The ideal candidate brings a strong combination of maintenance reliability expertise, engineering leadership, people development, and manufacturing operations experience within a highly regulated environment.Where You'll WorkThis role functions out of our Grandview, Washington plant location, a fruit processing manufacturing facility where you will be immersed in a dynamic workplace where innovation thrives, and collaboration is key. This position is part of the plant leadership team.What You'll DoLeadership & Team DevelopmentLead, coach, and develop a team of Maintenance Supervisors, Planners, Buyers, Controls Engineers, and technicians in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.Build a culture focused on safety, accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.Manage hiring, employee development, performance management, succession planning, and technical training initiatives.Partner with plant leadership to strengthen food safety, quality, and operational discipline throughout the facility.Maintenance & ReliabilityLead plant maintenance and reliability strategies to improve equipment uptime, reduce unplanned downtime, and increase overall asset performance.Implement and sustain TPM-based continuous improvement tools including Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA), and predictive maintenance practices.Ensure effective maintenance planning and scheduling processes through CMMS utilization and standardized work systems.Analyze key plant performance metrics, including OEE, downtime, and maintenance KPIs, to identify and drive operational improvements.Oversee spare parts inventory management, vendor partnerships, contractor services, and maintenance resource optimization.Evaluate maintenance practices and implement improvements through data analysis and performance benchmarking.Engineering & Capital ProjectsLead the development and execution of the plant's multi-year capital plan, including project prioritization, budgeting, forecasting, and execution.Coordinate internal and external engineering resources to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and aligned with operational goals.Manage equipment purchases, contractor services, and plant service agreements.Maintain the plant engineering library, including equipment drawings, technical documentation, and system functional descriptions.Drive cost savings, infrastructure modernization, and operational efficiency initiatives that support broader company strategies.Lead formal risk mitigation efforts on critical capital projects and operational systems.Utilities, Infrastructure & Environmental ComplianceOversee plant utilities and infrastructure systems including steam generation, power distribution, ammonia refrigeration, glycol systems, cooling towers, HVAC, wastewater treatment, fire suppression, and water systems.Partner closely with Environmental, Health & Safety leadership to ensure compliance with environmental and process safety programs including wastewater, SPCC, air permitting, stormwater, and PSM programming.Support sustainability and energy-reduction initiatives across plant operations.Ensure plant readiness for internal and external audits and maintain compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.Operational ExcellenceSupport plant operations through technical problem-solving, equipment reliability improvements, and cross-functional collaboration.Collaborate with corporate and plant teams to support Supply Chain Excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.Ensure all maintenance and engineering activities align with company safety standards, SQF requirements, and food quality expectations.Support facility inspections, corrective actions, and continuous improvement efforts to maintain a safe and efficient workplace.Who You AreAs the Technical Services Leader, you are a safety- and quality-focused manufacturing leader with broad technical expertise and a proven ability to build high-performing maintenance, engineering, and technical services organizations. You thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments and bring a strategic, hands-on approach to reliability, operational excellence, capital planning, and continuous improvement.You are an effective people leader who develops and mentors teams of maintenance and technical professionals, including supervisors, planners, buyers, controls engineers, and technicians. You foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning while aligning technical resources to support plant performance objectives.You possess deep knowledge of maintenance and reliability best practices, including TPM, RCA, RCM, FMEA, predictive maintenance, CMMS utilization, maintenance planning and scheduling, spare parts management, and contractor/vendor management. You use data and performance metrics to drive improvements in equipment reliability, uptime, OEE, and overall operational efficiency.You are an experienced technical leader with responsibility for plant utilities and infrastructure systems, including ammonia refrigeration, steam generation, electrical distribution, HVAC, wastewater treatment, and water systems. You understand the critical role these systems play in supporting safe, reliable manufacturing operations.You bring strong engineering and project management capabilities, with experience developing and executing multi-year capital plans, managing budgets and forecasts, leading infrastructure modernization initiatives, and successfully delivering complex projects from concept through implementation.You are a collaborative business partner who works effectively across Operations, Quality, Safety, Environmental, and Corporate Engineering functions to achieve plant goals, ensure regulatory compliance, and support operational excellence initiatives. You have a strong understanding of manufacturing operations, including processing, packaging, warehousing, chilling, waste treatment and handling, environmental compliance, boiler operations, purchasing, and the interconnected impact of these functions on overall plant performance.You maintain a thorough understanding of applicable safety, food safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including SQF, PSM, SPCC, wastewater, air permitting, and related compliance programs. You champion a culture where safety and quality are non-negotiable values and are integrated into every aspect of plant operations.You are a continuous improvement advocate who identifies opportunities to reduce costs, improve reliability, enhance sustainability, and drive energy reduction initiatives while supporting the plant's long-term operational strategy. You also provide leadership during audits, inspections, and corrective action activities to ensure a safe, compliant, and high-performing manufacturing environment.Most importantly, you partner with plant leadership to cultivate a robust culture of safety and quality built on recognition, accountability, engagement, and operational excellence.What You'll NeedBachelor's degree in engineering or related degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience that proves competence may be considered.Eight (8) years of experience in food and beverage manufacturing, engineering, and maintenanceFood manufacturing experience in juice processing, pasteurization, blending, and consumer packaging preferred, or related industry experience. Will consider other technical plant backgrounds in lieu of this experience.Risk management experience with PSM and ammonia refrigeration systems, or commitment to participate in training and certification within first 12 months of service required.Strong communication (written and verbal), interpersonal skills and negotiation skills.Preferred experience with environmental compliance, including demonstrated project and process management skills and at least 3 years supervisory.Ability to analyze and problem solve various technical related.Flexibility with schedule to accommodate off shift and weekend requirements, particularly during our harvest seasonStrategic leadership competencies (execution, people development, accountability, prioritization techniques).What You'll EnjoyOrganization with a bold, clear purpose & vision for the futureInclusive Culture:
Be a part of an inclusive workplace where you not only belong but also have the opportunity to be the best version of yourselfPassionate Community:
You are encouraged to have a voice, share your opinions, and have individual impact on the success of the businessPaid Time Off and Holidays:
Enjoy time away from the office to rest and rechargePaid Volunteer Time Off
: 40 hours of paid volunteer timeDevelopment & Advancement
: Formal and informal opportunities to develop and grow your careerCompensation Package Consisting of Competitive Base Salary and Annual Incentive Plan (Bonus)401K plan with Generous Company MatchFlexible Benefits from your first day:
Choose the benefits that meet your needs and preferencesHealth, Dental & Vision InsuranceHealth Savings AccountsLife and accident insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramsTuition reimbursement programAdditional benefits available through Perks at WorkPaid parental (and adoption) leave<ul><li>Available after 12 months of employment</li></ul>The anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $130,000 - $140,000 annually for US-based employees. This range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position across all US locations, is based on a full-time work schedule, and is Welch's good faith estimate as of the date of this posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for participation in a bonus plan.#LI-Onsite
Welch's is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the prevention of employment discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and/or military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.Welch's offers more than just a job - it's an opportunity to grow, innovate, and make a global impact with a passionate community.

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