Maintenance Worker - Streets

Salary : $5,901.00 - $7,373.00 Monthly
Location : City of Lakewood, Human Resources, 6000 Main St. SW, Lakewood, WA
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 25-00046
Department: Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department
Division: Maintenance and Operations
Opening Date: 06/30/2026


JOB SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Operations Superintendent or designee, perform a full range of maintenance tasks up to and including journey level work to implement City work programs. Depending on the assigned work area, perform a variety of duties for a full range of maintenance for facilities, parks, streets, or street landscape divisions. Provide logistical support and assistance for City programs and special events. Select and operate trucks, construction and maintenance equipment (motorized and non-motorized) in performing maintenance and improvement tasks for facilities, parks, streets, right-of-ways, public easements, and drainage systems.

This is an AFSCME represented position.
This recruitment is open until

filled. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any

time. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for

best consideration.

*This recruitment may be used to fill addtiional vacancies within six (6) months of posting closure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Streets:


Operate various types of equipment for road maintenance and construction; load, haul, and spread road maintenance material from dump trucks and trailers; operate mowing equipment for mowing roadside vegetation; and operate dump trucks with snow plow and/or sanding units attached for plowing or salting roads for snow and ice control. Perform routine road maintenance such as filling potholes, crack sealing, striping, installing pavement markings; brushing and blading; cleaning culverts; grading and reshaping shoulders; clearing debris from the roadway surface and right-of-way; spreading gravel, deicer, and salt; and clearing and removing snow; perform spot repairs to roadways and shoulders; place traffic cones and other traffic control devices; assist in the construction of minor public works improvements. Install, repair, and replace signs and posts.

Maintain tools and equipment in proper working condition; operate various types of vehicles to transport materials and personnel; prepare and maintain records, such as daily reports identifying specific work duty activities and time allotments; respond to inquiries from the public providing information within scope of knowledge and position; respond to emergency situations as necessary; remove trash, debris, and dead animals from roadways; assist in training team members in safety and maintenance procedures and practices; perform flagger duties.
Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
Actively champion a culture of and commitment to workplace safety through everyday actions and leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Any combination equivalent to two (2) years of experience in streets AND/OR relevant education, training, or certificate. This is a relevant combination of two (2) years.
License and Certification Requirements - All Positions

Must possess a valid Washington State driver's license and safe driving record by hire date and throughout employment.
Successful passing of background and reference checks, and driving record/abstract review. Applicants selected to interview must provide a driving record abstract at their expense, which is available at a minimal cost from the WA State Department of Licensing.
Satisfactory physical condition as evidenced by a City-approved medical examination. An offer of employment is conditioned upon passing a medical examination and drug screening.
Traffic flagger certification required within 90 days of hire date and maintained throughout employment.
CPR/First Aid certification required within six (6) months of hire and maintained throughout employment.
A valid Washington CDL Class A or Class B driver's license.
A CDL Class A driver's license required within 12 months of employment and maintained throughout employment.
A CDL tanker endorsement (N) required within six (6) months of employment and maintained throughout employment.
A CDL air brake restrictions removed endorsement (L) required within six (6) months of employment and maintained throughout employment.
Applicants selected for interview must provide a current three-year commercial driving record abstract Driving record abstracts are available at a minimal cost from the Washington State Department of Licensing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:

Standard methods of operation, maintenance, and repair for assigned function.

Tools, equipment, and materials used in maintenance and repair of assigned function.

City of Lakewood maintenance programs.

Hazards and safe practices associated with maintenance and repair work.

Basic requirements of maintaining assigned function in a safe, secure, clean, and orderly manner.

Safe practices for operating, maintaining, and performing minor repairs on a variety of equipment.

Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.

First aid and applicable safety precautions.

Proper vehicle load distribution and securing methods.

Occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to working around traffic and moving equipment.
ABILITY TO:

Work flexible schedules, rotating shifts, and call backs on evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Operate all machinery, tools, and equipment in a safe and proficient manner.

Maneuver vehicles through traffic and into tight spaces to accomplish loading and unloading.

Work independently with minimal direction and complete daily activities according to work schedule.

Maintain accurate records.

Obtain and maintain all appropriate certifications and licenses.

Lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time, and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.

Maintain regular, reliable, and timely attendance.

Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.


Understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

Follow procedures and clearly defined standards.

Document daily activities accurately.

Operate a variety of trucks and related motorized vehicles and equipment.

Observe legal and defensive driving practices.

Estimate material quantities and weights in relation to the equipment assigned.

Work outdoors and operate vehicles for extended periods under all weather conditions.

Perform preventative maintenance and make adjustments and emergency repairs to equipment.

Read and interpret blueprints and schematic drawings.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in both office and field and/or outdoor environments and requires travel to a variety of locations to perform work. Exposure to various weather conditions, traffic hazards, and hazards from obstacles and open trenches associated with construction sites. May be required to enter tight and confined spaces by crawling, climbing, or descending into the space.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES

Regularly required to perform sustained repetitive hand motion associated with the operation of motor vehicles, hand and power tools; heavy manual labor; work in confined spaces and around high levels of noise. Ability to sustain continuous physical effort including bending, walking, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing, carrying, standing, sitting, manipulation of and lifting of heavy equipment, lifting or moving 50 pounds and occasionally lifting and/or moving more than 100 pounds with assistance. Ability to hear and understand verbal and written instruction, and to communicate with others to exchange information. Job requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
HAZARDS

Regularly works near moving mechanical parts; may work in high, precarious places; frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and equipment vibration; occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock; outdoor heat and occasional wildfire smoke during summer months. The noise level is usually loud.
FLSA DESIGNATION

Non-exempt, eligible for overtime.
UNION AFFILIATION

AFSCME
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The City of Lakewood is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages, supports, and celebrates respect, empowerment, diversity, and inclusion for all. We welcome your contributions!
BENEFITS SUMMARY

for
AFSCME MEMBERS
This is a summary of benefits and is not meant to be all inclusive. Please refer to Local 1938, Washington State Council of County and City Employees of the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees collective bargaining agreement, City policies and plan booklets for details.
WORK HOURS

The normal work week is five consecutive days of not more than eight hours per day, exclusive of lunch period. City Hall is open to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Where appropriate, alternative work schedules may be established, providing that not more than forty hours are scheduled per work week.
SALARY INCREASES

Step increases are granted annually upon successful completion of a performance evaluation until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
HOLIDAYS

Employees are granted the following paid holidays:

New Year's Day


M.L. King, Jr. Day
Presidents' Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving
the day after Thanksgiving
Christmas day
Employees accrue one floating holiday on their anniversary date, which must be used within the following 12 month period. Holiday pay is pro-rated for employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week.
PAID TIME OFF

Paid time off leave is a benefit granted to employees to continue normal compensation during approved absences. Leave may be accumulated for succeeding years; however, the maximum accrual may not exceed 1,100 hours at the end of the calendar year.

Accrual Rate:
During the 1st year 200 hours of leave per year
After the 1st thru 2nd year 208 hours of leave per year
After the 2nd thru 4th year 216 hours of leave per year
After the 4th thru 9th year 232 hours of leave per year
After the 9th thru 14th year 264 hours of leave per year
After the 14th thru 20th year 296 hours of leave per year
After the 20th thru 29th year 312 hours of leave per year
After the 29th year 320 hours of leave per year
Paid time off leave accrual is pro-rated for employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week.
SHARED LEAVE

If an employee exhausts all paid leave because of medical reasons, they may be eligible to receive donated paid time off leave from other employees.
MILITARY LEAVE

Employees who are members of any federal military reserve unit or the Washington National Guard will receive up to twenty-one working days of paid leave during each year beginning October 1 and ending September 30, while engaged in active training duty or active duty.
The City will maintain continuity of health benefits to employees' families when employees are ordered to involuntary active military duty. Military differential pay is available during active military duty of more than 30 days and for no longer than 24 months.
JURY DUTY LEAVE

Employees will be paid their regular compensation while serving on jury duty provided they forfeit the juror's daily stipend to the City.
RETIREMENT PLAN

Employees and the City make contributions to the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) Plan 2 or Plan 3.
Under Social Security's Government Pension Offset, any Social Security spouse's or widow's or widower's benefits you may be entitled to will be reduced based on any pension you receive from the City's retirement plan.
SOCIAL SECURITY REPLACEMENT

In lieu of Social Security, the City provides an alternative plan through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. The employee contributes 6.20% and the City contributes 4.77% of the employee's salary. The employee's investment choices range from conservative (low risk) to aggressive (high risk) opportunities. Employees are immediately 100% vested in the plan.
Under Social Security's Windfall Elimination Provision, any Social Security retirement or disability benefits you may be entitled to will be reduced based on any pension you receive from this replacement plan.
VOLUNTARY 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN

Participation in a 457 deferred compensation plan is available to employees through payroll deduction. This is an optional investment program. The City matches an employee's contribution up to 3% of the employee's base monthly pay rate.
VOLUNTARY FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

The Flexible Spending Account (IRS Section 125) is an optional tax savings program which is offered to employees annually. It allows employees to reduce taxable income by using part of their salary on a pretax basis to pay for out of pocket health care expenses and dependent care costs.
The effective date of health insurance coverage is the first day of the month following hire.

MEDICAL INSURANCE

Three medical plans are offered to employees and dependents through the Association of Washington Cities (AWC): the Regence High Deductible Health Plan (with a health savings account), the Regence HealthFirst Plan ($250 deductible), and the Kaiser Permanente Plan ($200 deductible).


Premiums are pro-rated based on FTE status for part-time employees.

Employees may be eligible to opt out of medical insurance coverage to receive $3,600 annually (pro-rated each pay period). Part-time employees may be eligible to opt out to receive an equivalent pro-rated amount.


EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a voluntary, confidential resource available to employees, dependents and household members. The EAP provides professional counseling assistance in addressing a variety of concerns ranging from substance abuse to relationship issues. Premiums are paid by the City.

VISION INSURANCE*

The Vision Service Plan (VSP) provides for annual eye examinations for employees and dependents. A $25 deductible benefit is provided for lenses, frames and contact lenses.


DENTAL INSURANCE*

Washington Dental Service (WDS) Plan E insurance is provided through AWC. This is an incentive based plan - 70% to 100% of the cost for Class I and Class II benefits (routine exams, basic cleanings, x-rays, fillings, etc.) is covered. Class III benefits (crowns, inlays and onlays) are paid at 50%. The plan pays a maximum of $2,000 per individual annually for covered benefits. A separate orthodontia plan provides a one time orthodontia benefit of $1,000 for eligible children.
*The City pays the entire premium cost for full-time employees and their dependents. Premiums for part-time employees and their dependents are pro-rated based on the employee's FTE status.
LIFE & LONG TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE

The City provides the following insurance coverage for employees through Standard Insurance (a copy of each plan certificate will be provided during orientation). The insurance is effective the first of the month following hire, unless an employee is hired on the first day of the month, in which case the coverage is effective immediately.
SURVIVOR INCOME LIFE INSURANCE

A monthly survivor income benefit is paid to an employee's eligible spouse and children upon the employee's death. Prior to any reduction for Social Security survivor's benefits, a benefit amount equal to 30% of the employee's insured earnings is paid to the spouse or children, and 60% is paid if both spouse and children survive.
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE/ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT

A benefit equal to the employee's annual salary rounded up to the next thousand.
LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)

Effective after 90 days of continuous disability. The maximum amount of the LTD benefit is 60% of earnings or $5,000 per month, whichever is less.
VOLUNTARY SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE INSURANCE

Employees may elect to apply for $30,000 to $300,000 in supplemental term life insurance coverage. Spouses may also be insured. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee.
VOLUNTARY SHORT TERM DISABILITY (STD)

Short term disability insurance provides benefit payments to help replace lost income when an employee is disabled due to a non-occupational accident or illness. Pregnancy or its complications are covered provided enrollment in STD insurance is prior to conception. Benefits are payable for a maximum of 13 weeks. This benefit is offered to employees at the time of hire and annually thereafter.
ADDITIONAL VOLUNTARY INSURANCE PLANS

Additional insurance plans are available to employees through AFLAC, such as accident/disability, cancer, dental and hospital intensive care.
01


This position requires the incumbent be at least 18 years of age. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

02


This position requires a WA State Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL). Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you currently have a WA State Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL)?

• Yes
• No

04


This position requires a WA State Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) without air brake restriction endorsement (L). Does your CDL meet this endorsement requirement?

• Yes
• No

05


This position requires a WA State Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a tank vehicle endrosement (N). Dooes your CDL meet this endorsement requirement?

• Yes
• No

06


This position requires an equivalent combination of at least two (2) years of streets maintenance, streets repairs, AND streets construction experience and/or relevant education, training, certification. This is a relevant combination of two (2) years. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

07


To received credit for the previous question, describe in detail how you meet the experience, education, training, and/or certification requirement.
08


How many years of experience do you have performing routine road maintenance such as striping, installing pavement markers, brushing and blading, cleaning culverts, reshaping shoulders, and clearing debris/garbage from the roadway surface and right-of way?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• More than 2 years

09


To receive credit for the previous question, describe in detail your experience performing the aforementioned routine road maintenance.
10


How many years of experience do you have performing routine road repairs such as filling potholes, crack sealing, and installing sign posts?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• More than 2 years

11


To receive credit for the previous question, describe in detail your experience performing routine road repairs such as filling potholes, crack sealing and installing sign posts.
12


How many years of experience do you have with roadway snow and ice management such as spreading gravel, deicer, and salt; as well as clearing and removing snow via a five (5) yard or ten (10) yard snow plow?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• More than 2 years

13


To receive credit for the previous question, describe in detail your experience with roadway snow/ice management.
14


How many years of experience do you have operating a back hoe, skid steer, and mini excavator?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• More than 2 years

15


To receive credit for the previous question, describe in detail your experience with operating a back hoe, skid steer, and mini excavator.
16


How many years of street sign inventory and maintenance do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• More than 2 years

17


To receive credit for the previous question, describe in detail your experience in streetsign inventory and maintenance.
18


Should a conditional offer of employment be extended, passing a physical/medical assessment and drug screening at the City's expenses is required. Do you understand this requirement is a condition of employment?

• Yes
• No

19


Should a conditional offer of employment be extended, a pre-employment CDL drug and alcohol background investigation will occur per CDL/FMCSA regulations. Do you understand this requirement is a condition of employment?

• Yes
• No

20


Should a conditional offer of employment be extended, a satisfactory WA State Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and a satisfactory driving record are required. Do you understand this requirement is a condition of employment?

• Yes
• No

21


A WA State CDL without air brake restriction (L) and tank vehicle (N) endorsements, if not already held, are required within six (6) months of hire and throughout employment in the Streets position. Do you understand this requirement is a condition of employment?

• Yes
• No

22


A WA State Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), if not already held, is required within twelve (12) months of hire and throughout employment in the Streets position. Do you understand this requirement is a condition of employment?

• Yes
• No

23


This position participates in random drug and alcohol testing per FMCSA regulations. Do you understand this requirement is a condition of employment?

• Yes
• No

Required Question