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Maintenance Technician I

City of Port Orchard

Port Orchard, WA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$26.94–$32.16 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
American Sign Language, Billing, Blowers, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Finance, Gardening, Groundskeeping, Hand Tools, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Interpersonal Skills, Korean Language, Landscaping, Life Insurance, Machine Tool, Maintenance Services, Multilingual, Operations Processes, Parking Structures, Problem Solving Skills, Public Works, Retirement Plan, Safety Standards, State Laws and Regulations, Tagalog Language, Time Management, Vision Plan, Water Utility
LOCATION
Port Orchard, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
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Pays $26.94 - $32.16 per hour.
The base pay range for this position is $26.94 - $32.16.  It is the City's practice to start employees at the lower end of the salary range.  This position is eligible for education pay.  The pay range for an employee holding an Associate's is $27.21 - $32.48 and for an employee holding a Bachelor's is $27.48 - $32.80,  This position is eligible for bilingual pay for employees certified fluent in Spanish, Tagalog, Korean, or American Sign Language.  The pay range for the bilingual premium is $27.48 - $32.80.  This position is also eligible for longevity pay, with an increase of 0.25% each year the employee is employed with the City, starting on year 5.  An employee completing a 47 year career with the City would expect to make $35.78 in the last year of employment based on 2026 numbers, for a salary range of $26.94 - $35.78.  Taking these numbers into account, the salary for this position could ultimately range between $26.94 - $36.42 based on the 2026 pay scale, with the upper pay appropriate to an employee holding a Bachelor's, bilingual certified, and with 47 years of longevity pay.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. HRA VEBA account may also be provided. Retirement benefits include a choice between PERS 2 or 3 and optional Deferred Compensation. The City recognizes 10 paid holidays and provides 2 personal holidays annually. Vacation leave is accrued on a prorated monthly basis with 80 hours a year earned the first year and increases thereafter. Full-time employees earn 8 hours of sick leave for each calendar month of employment.  More benefit details are available by clicking on the "Benefits" tab of this job posting.

Major Function and Purpose
This is an entry-level position that performs a range of supportive utility and  maintenance duties as needed to keep the Public Works Department operating efficiently.
 
General Function
Under general direction of the Supervisor and Leads, this position performs meter reading; assists with landscape and stormwater maintenance; and works with Public Works crews on field maintenance and operations in street rights-of-way. 
 
Supervision Responsibilities
This is a non-supervisory position.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
This job description reflects general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  These listed duties and responsibilities in no way imply these are the only duties to be performed.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to: working in other function areas to cover absences or provide relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to otherwise balance the workload.   Accordingly, individuals occupying this position will be required to follow any job-related instructions, tasks, or other duties as assigned by the Director or designee, and must be able to proficiently perform all assigned duties.

  • Competently operate a variety of tools and power equipment including power driven machinery, rotating machinery, and hand tools.
  • Assist with stormwater maintenance by pulling weeds, clearing debris, and mowing grass. 
  • Clean buildings and parking lots.
  • Assist Public Works crews with field maintenance and operations, right-of-way (ROW) clearing, etc.
  • Accurately read meters using pre-determined routes and schedules.
  • Provide meter reading data to Finance staff in a timely manner to ensure utility billing schedules are met.
  • Assist operators in the performance of water and sewer operations.
  • Assist with maintenance and upkeep of the Public Works shop by cleaning, sweeping, mopping, dusting, and washing. 
  • Move boxes of supplies and replenish supplies as needed.
  • Assist with the duties of Maintenance Technician II as directed
  • Reliable and regular attendance is required.
  • Other duties as assigned

Contacts and Relationships
The Maintenance Technician I has extensive contact with City employees and the public.  
 
Working Conditions
Work is performed either indoors or outdoors in all types of weather conditions.  May be required to work in noisy work areas.   May be exposed to dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen, machinery or its moving parts, pesticides, insecticides, chemicals, noxious fumes, and/or insect stings.  May be required to wear protective clothing or equipment in the performance of duties, including rubber boots, rubber/plastic gloves, safety glasses or goggles, ear protection devices, hard hats, respirators, and/or other specialized protective/safety equipment.  It is not anticipated that the Maintenance Technician I will be required to attend meetings during other than normal work hours; however, the employee may be called back to work before or after regularly scheduled work hours or on scheduled days off.  May be required to work overtime.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the operation of a variety of hand and power tools such as lawnmower, riding mower with towing trailer, blower, weed eater; safety protocols and DOSH safety standards; and landscape maintenance operations and procedures. 

Skilled in the operation of lawn care equipment, including rotary and reel lawn mowers, weed-eaters, chain saws, and common landscaping hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes, hoes, etc.).
 
Ability to effectively and appropriately communicate for the effective coordination of work and problem resolution; establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with all organizational levels, customers, and the public; work independently; self-motivate; pay attention to detail; maintain plants and lawns in an aesthetically pleasing manner; and read and comprehend instructions.  

Physical Requirements
Must have the overall stamina and ability to perform moderate to strenuous physical activity, including the ability to stand or walk for long periods of time; traverse rough terrain; work in or over water; work at heights or on scaffolding; and lift or carry up to fifty (50) pounds.  May be required to climb, bend, and/or work in tight or confined areas.  Must be able to hear alarms and audibly identify the presence of a danger or hazard.
 
Minimum Requirements
High School diploma or GED is required.  Demonstrated proficiency in the use of hand tools, landscaping tools and equipment, and in the operation of light and heavy equipment is also required.  Valid driver's license required upon hire.  Out of state candidates are required to obtain a WA state driver’s license in accordance with state law. 
 
Washington State Traffic Control Flagger’s certification is required within six (6) months of employment.  First Aid/CPR certification required within one (1) year of employment. 
 
Preferred qualifications include previous experience in parks maintenance and/or water utility maintenance.

Any combination of experience and training that provides the desired skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.
 
Requirements outlined in this job description may be subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified for employment in this position. However, some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
 
This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Employer and employee and is subject to change as the needs of the Employer and requirements of the job change.

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City of Port Orchard