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.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.King County operates and manages the County's capital assets by developing and maintaining cost-conscious, sustainable, high-quality facilities. The Building Operations Section of FMD maintains approximately 3 million square feet in facilities where King County provides regional services, including the King County Courthouse and District Courts, Maleng Regional Justice Center, King County Administration Building, King County Animal Shelter, and several Public Health facilities.King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities.We are a workforce of over 300 dedicated employees. FMD maintains approximately 3 million square feet in facilities where King County provides regional services, including the King County Courthouse and District Courts, Maleng Regional Justice Center, King County Administration Building, King County Animal Shelter, and several Public Health facilities.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 opportunity is open to all qualified applicants. An updated and thoroughly completed King County application is required. As part of the evaluation process, qualified candidates may be required to perform a practical assessment of the skills required for this position.This position is non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible. The standard workweek is 40 hours, Monday - Friday. The hours for this role are 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. 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 work might be performed in multiple locations, including downtown Seattle, and the Kent area. 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.For any questions regarding this opportunity, please reach out to Sarah McCauley at View email address on click.appcast.io you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.Application ProcessIf you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County's vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or you would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact Sarah McCauley at View email address on click.appcast.io County's Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values unite us. 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. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here.King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) EmployerNo 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. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice.Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.