Utility Worker I

Utility Worker IThe Building Services Section in King County's Facilities Management Division (FMD), is seeking to fill an immediate Utility Worker I vacancy and establish an eligibility list for future opportunities. The Utility Worker team is responsible for a wide variety of maintenance and equipment operation duties not associated with journey-level work in any skilled trade. This role involves working with a variety of people in a variety of locations; no two days are the same! Our ideal applicant is someone that has some experience in light maintenance, landscaping, grounds cleaning, operating hand tools and wants to grow in our organization. This role is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door with county government. We highly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.The standard workweek is 40 hours, Monday - Friday. The hours for this role are 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. This work might be performed in multiple locations, including downtown Seattle, and the Kent area.The purpose of this recruitment is to fill immediate full-time, Career Service position and to create a list of competitive candidates to fill future vacant positions as they become available throughout the year, including Term-Limited Temporary; however, the list may be expired at any time. Career Service (CS) positions are full-time, comprehensive benefits eligible, including retirement, and are considered permanent after successful completion of a 6-month probation period. Term-limited Temporary (TLT) positions are "at will" but are full-time and eligible for comprehensive benefits. TLT positions may be eligible for retirement benefits.In order to be considered for this exciting opportunity, the successful candidate, at a minimum, will demonstrate skill and ability to:Clean and maintain a variety of areas, including building and or/bus shelter interiors and exteriors, surroundings landscapes, parking areas and vehicles.Operate power tools including pressure washers.Maintain daily logs and complete work requests on assignments.Load and drive various types of trucks including dump and box trucks.Assist in performing minor maintenance and repairs to facilities, grounds and structures, including periodic preventive maintenance and inspection, and repairs resulting from vandalism and emergencies.Lift, carry, move office furniture and equipment using moving equipment as well as manually.Set up meeting rooms as necessary.Other duties as assigned.We are looking for candidates who have:Previous work experience performing physical tasks in a capacity related to this position.Predictable and reliable attendance.Knowledge of the basic use and care of tools and equipment. Ability to get along and work effectively with others in the team. Basic knowledge of building craft and mechanical trades.Knowledge of safety procedures.Ability to take direct orders, work assignment and communicate effectively with the supervisor.Necessary requirements:Candidates must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License.Driving is a regular job function of this position - a five year Washington State Complete Driver's Abstract will be required.Final appointment is contingent upon acceptable driving history, successfully passing the fingerprint based criminal history check, and a pre-employment physical examination.This position is non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union, Local 925. This role offers a generous benefits package including Paid Time off, Medical, Dental, and participation into the Pension system. This position is designated as a FIRST RESPONDER in the event of a proclaimed emergency. Meaning this position has a role in emergency response and is responsible for the protection and preservation of life, property, evidence, environment and/or restoration of order.King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust.King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class.King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage optionsLife and disability insuranceRetirementTransportation program and ORCA transit pass12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidaysGenerous vacation and paid sick leavePaid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leavesFlexible Spending AccountWellness programsOnsite activity centersEmployee Giving ProgramEmployee assistance programsFlexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on positionTraining and career development programs