Building Maintenance Operator

Building Maintenance Operator

This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be provided to current City of Edmonds employees who are qualified bargaining unit members and apply by Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:30 PM. If no internal candidate is selected, the first review date for all other applications received will be Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:30 PM. About the Position Under general supervision, performs skilled construction, maintenance, repair and renovation of City buildings, facilities and equipment; performs duties in a variety of the building maintenance and construction trades including: carpentry, plumbing, roofing, painting, masonry and locksmith duties; assures buildings are maintained in a safe and clean condition; prepares and maintain records. New hires generally start between $6,895.00 and $7600.50 per month. Placement within the position's full wage scale is based on qualifications and professional experience. The full wage scale for this position is between $6,895.00 and $8,380.00 per month.

About the Division The Facilities Division is within the Public Works Department and includes an 11 person work unit with Facilities Maintenance and Custodial staffing. The Facilities Division supports 18 City Buildings, the City electrical infrastructure and all custodial needs. The Building Maintenance Staff work Monday - Friday, first shift, but may be called in for emergencies during evening and weekend hours.

About the City The City of Edmonds is a beautiful community on the Puget Sound waterfront with a population of 43,420 (MRSC, 2024) and is the gateway to the Olympic peninsula via the state ferry system. Edmonds provides a full range of services, including contracted fire services, police services a municipal court, a community pool, a regional performing arts facility, public works and utilities, a regional wastewater treatment facility, along with community events and services through our Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department. Six department directors report directly to the Mayor and oversee approximately 279 fulltime-equivalent employees.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions and Responsibilities The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, but only as a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) assigned to this position may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Responsible for preparing Public Works Department grant agency invoicing and reimbursements to ensure that grant and contract work is reimbursed to the City in a timely manner. Provides similar services for other departmental grants being managed by the Public Works Department.
• Performs skilled maintenance, repair and renovation of City buildings, facilities and equipment.
• Performs skilled duties in a variety of building maintenance and construction trades including: carpentry, plumbing, roofing, painting, masonry, locksmithing and other trades.
• Designs, constructs, repairs and refinishes cabinets and woodwork.
• Performs carpentry duties: including construction of walls, footings and forms.
• Repairs and replaces sheetrock, and perform other general carpentry duties.
• Designs and drafts blueprints and working drawings for remodels, cabinets, sidewalks, stairs and various projects.
• Assists and coordinates with other departments for remodeling and space upgrades.
• Serves as crew leader for projects as directed.
• Removes, repairs and installs a variety of flooring including: vinyl flooring, carpeting, ceramic tile, cove base and linoleum.
• Repairs and maintains plumbing fixtures including: toilets, sinks, showers, drains and hot water tanks; installs new supply and waste lines and other related plumbing.
• Performs masonry duties including: construction, repair and replacement of a variety of roofing materials.
• Constructs and repairs concrete sidewalks, stairs, footings and walls; builds forms, pours and finishes concrete.
• Performs minor electrical repairs and replacements including: switches, motors, and pumps.
• Performs locksmithing duties; assists department heads and vendors to establish and secure a keying system; maintains lock and key inventory.
• Prepares surfaces for painting; mixes, blends and applies paint to match or cover interior or exterior surfaces; works on ladders or scaffolding as needed.
• Maintains and prepares records related to work performed including: inventories, work orders, preventive maintenance, key system records and inspection records.
• Operates a variety of equipment including: hand and power tools utilized in the various trades; operates various equipment and machinery including: a boom truck, dump truck, backhoe or other machinery as assigned.
• Performs various janitorial activities including: cleaning and disinfecting restrooms; vacuuming, mopping, waxing and dusting; stocking supplies and purchasing various materials and supplies as needed; moves office equipment and furniture as needed.
• Assists with asbestos abatement, HVAC, insect control and other areas as directed.
• Assists in the preparation of various events including: setup and break down of platforms, sound systems, banners, stairs and other equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and three years of responsible journey-level maintenance experience in one or more of the building trades.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• A valid Driver's License at time of hire and a driving record that is acceptable to the City's insurance requirements. Out of state candidates must obtain their WA State Driver's License within 30 days after moving to WA
• Valid CPR, First Aid, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogen Cards.
• BOC I certification within a specified period of time after hire.
• Other specialty certifications/licenses as required by state and federal law and/or OSHA and WAC regulations may be required within a specified period of time after hire.
• A criminal background check is required following a verbal offer of employment. Criminal history is not an automatic employment disqualifier. Results are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
• This is a City identified non-DOT safety sensitive position and is subject to pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident drug testing.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions Environment: Indoor and outdoor work environment. Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

Physical Abilities Walking or otherwise moving over rough terrain. Sitting, standing or otherwise remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Hearing, speaking or otherwise communicating to exchange information in person or on the phone. Operating various equipment and tools. Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, bending at the waist, gripping, kneeling or crouching, stooping, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling and twisting or otherwise positioning oneself to accomplish tasks. Ascending/descending, ladders and inclines. Working at heights, working on a high ladder and working in a confined space. Heavy physical labor including lifting/carrying or otherwise moving or transporting 50-100 pounds. Reading and understanding printed and electronic messages and related materials. Hearing voice conversation and hearing alarms. Possessing close vision, far vision, side vision, depth perception, night vision and color vision. Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment based on required City Policy.

Hazards Working around and with machinery having moving parts. Adverse weather conditions. Exposure to smoke, noxious odors, toxic fumes and chemicals, epoxy chemicals, poison oak or ivy, dust or pollen, insect stings, solvents, oil and ink.