Maintenance Aide III

Salary: $20.07 - $24.72 HourlyLocation : City of Bellingham, WAJob Type: 8/9 Month SeasonalJob Number: 24-Maintenance Aide III ParksDepartment: Parks and RecreationOpening Date: 11/01/2024FLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: Local 1937Nature of Work Looking for an opportunity to work outdoors and help keep our parks clean, maintained, and safe? Apply today to join our team Learn more about our parks by visiting our website Seasonal Positions are available in Parks. Seasonal positions will be filled as soon as possible. The length of the season worked may vary depending on the date of hire. This recruitment is accepting applications for the positions listed below and may be closed at any time. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. This position will start at Step 1 ($20.07 / hour). Employees receive step increases in accordance with the and City policy. The full hourly range for this position is $20.07 - $24.72.The Parks and Recreation Department currently has the following 9-month seasonal position vacancies for the beginning 2025 season: Maintenance Aide III - FacilitiesSeason: Jan 1 - Sept 30, 20251 position working 12:30 - 9:00, and as late as 11 pm in summerSeason: Feb 1 - Oct 31, 20251 position working 6:30 AM - 3 PM City of Bellingham employees receive medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as life insurance. Additional benefits include flexible spending accounts, a medical insurance opt-out program, and access to our employee assistance program. All eligible City employees are enrolled in a pension plan. Additionally, employees may elect to participate in the City's 457 deferred compensation retirement savings plan.Employees will receive paid holidays per the holiday schedule during their employment period. Employees accrue 8 hours total of contract and state sick leave per month in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and Washington State Law. At the time of hire, employees will accrue 7.33 hours of vacation per month. Vacation accruals increase based on years of service. Leave accruals are based on 1.0 FTE, accruals are pro-rated if part-time and require employee to be in paid status at least 120 hours/month.For additional information regarding benefits and compensation Information please visit the following:NATURE OF WORK:This position is responsible for performing the daily work activities of the Facilities program area. Often works independently in the evenings or on weekends. At other times acts as lead to seasonal staff. Work activities include facilitating reservations and events; public relations; lockup/security; facility sanitation and custodial duties; facility inspections and reports; trash/litter collection and recycling; basic repair and maintenance of structures, systems, equipment, furniture, fountains, fixtures; ark regulation informing/enforcement (with assistance from police); and grounds maintenance activities at community and neighborhood parks, natural areas, and City property. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:1. Patrols the park system (often in the evening at high use times) maintaining sanitation, facilitating reservations and events, and responding to inquiries and problems. These problems may include public assistance, system malfunctions (electrical, irrigation, plumbing, downed trees, etc.), safety concerns, medical emergencies and law enforcement issues (contacting 911, reporting and documenting) . This involves high public contact and problem solving.2. Prepares and maintains park facilities for reservations and events.3. Inspects, cleans and maintains park fixtures and furniture such as picnic tables, benches, fountains, grills, playground equipment, signs, etc., and surfaces such as tennis courts, sidewalks, roads, trails, parking areas, roofs, floors, etc.4. Cleans and maintains facilities and restrooms, empties trash containers, picks up litter. 5. Performs basic repair to structures, furniture/fixtures, and systems involving carpentry, painting, and other building trade skills. This is often in response to vandalism.6. Performs grounds maintenance work activities such as pruning, weeding, trimming, mulching, irrigation, etc. 7. Performs lockup/security of park facilities.8. Performs as lead position to assigned seasonal staff.9. Operates a variety of hand tools and power equipment. Examples include: blowers, pressure washer, drills, generator, chain saws, etc.10. Operates automotive equipment such as pickup trucks, small dump trucks, lift truck, and other equipment as assigned.ADDITIONAL WORK PERFORMED:1. Performs other related duties within the scope of the classification as assigned.Physical abilities to perform the essential functions of the job including:Stooping, bending, climbing and working from laddersAdequate hearing, correctable vision, manual dexterity to operate a variety of power equipment and hand tools safely in a noisy work environment.Ability to regularly lift moderately heavy or bulky objects up to 50 lbs., including trash containers, small equipment and sanitation supplies. Heavier items such as picnic tables are moved with assistance or leverage.Ability and willingness to demonstrate the Public Service Competencies of Service Orientation, Results Orientation, and Teamwork and Cooperation. Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.WORKING ENVIRONMENT:Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions. The work involves moderate risk work environment which requires employees to follow established safety procedures in operating equipment and vehicles, handling irritant materials, working in unsanitary conditions, performing repetitive activities, etc. There is much public contact that can potentially involve dealing with confrontational situations. Employees may be required to wear protective clothing such as coveralls, rain gear, safety boots, gloves, etc. Experience and Training Successful paid work experience working in an independent, responsible position.Successful paid work experience in a lead position preferred.A combination of experience and training that provides the applicant with the knowledge and skills to perform the job. Necessary Special Requirements Valid Washington State driver's license by the time of hire with proof of good driving record. A three-year driving abstract must be submitted prior to hire.Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule involving working evenings, weekends and holidays, as assigned.Must be at least 18 years of age. Selection Process **You are encouraged to print a copy of this job announcement for your reference as the process moves along** Applications will be reviewed to ensure they are complete. All complete applications will be forwarded to the department for further review. Candidates will be contacted by the department if they are selected for additional review.Equal Opportunity:Our environment is characterized by respect for cultural backgrounds, belief systems, and ethnic diversity. The City of Bellingham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its work force. We do not discriminate or make decisions on the basis of an individual's race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, age (40+), disability, retaliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. All are encouraged to apply for employment.Fair Hiring PracticesThe City provides individuals who have been arrested or convicted of a criminal offense an equal and fair opportunity to obtain employment.The City will not inquire about an applicant's criminal history until after a conditional job offer has been made.The City will disregard the prior arrest and conviction record of an otherwise qualified individual unless the offense is directly related to the job position for which the individual has applied.The City will notify an otherwise qualified applicant about a potentially disqualifying conviction and give the applicant an opportunity to submit information regarding the accuracy of the criminal records as well as evidence of mitigation or rehabilitation, as appropriate.Seasonal Positions Benefits vary depending on the length of the season. All positions become represented by The Guild of Pacific Northwest Employees, Local 1937 bargaining unit after the completion of 1040 hours working an average of at least 12 hours per week, on an annual basis, during the 12 months preceding attainment of the 1040 hour threshold. 3-4 Month Recurring Seasonal:In a seasonal 3-4 month recurring position with the City of Bellingham, employees are allowed to work up to 40 hours per week, for no more than four months. These positions are not eligible for benefits, except as required by law. 6 Month Recurring Seasonal:In a seasonal 6 month recurring position with the City of Bellingham, employees are allowed to work up to 40 hours per week, for no more than six months. These positions are not eligible for benefits, except as required by law. These positions are covered by the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems PERS plan. PERS requires mandatory employee and City contributions. Please visit the for more information on PERS. 8-9 Month Recurring Seasonal:In a seasonal 8-9 month recurring position with the City of Bellingham, employees are allowed to work up to 40 hours per week, for no more than nine months. These positions are recurring each year and include Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), Retirement Benefits (through Department of Retirement Systems) and Paid Leave (Holiday, Vacation, Sick) while in season. See our for additional information. This position is represented by The Guild of Pacific Northwest Employees, Local 1937 bargaining unit. Specific benefit information including Holidays, Vacation Accruals, Health, Dental and Vision Plans with cost sharing and Deferred Compensation Match can be found in the These positions are covered by the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems PERS plan. PERS requires mandatory employee and City contributions. Please visit the for more information on PERS.01 Are you at least 18 years of age or older? Yes No 02 Do you have a valid Washington State driver's license or the ability to obtain one by time of hire and a good driving record? The successful candidate must submit a three-year driving record abstract prior to hire, with periodic submission of driving abstract per City policy. Yes No 03 What months can you work? January February March April May June July August September October November December 04 What days can you work? Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 05 When can you begin work? 06 What shifts are you available? Hours in Parks and Recreation range from 6:30 am to 11:00 pm; the current Facilities vacancies are 12:30 pm to 9:00 pm (possibly 11:00 pm), or 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. Select which shift you would like to work. 12:30 pm - 9:00 pm (with possibility of working until 11:00 pm) 6:30 am - 3 pm I can work either shift 07 Describe your experience with manual labor tasks and operating hand and power tools and motorized equipment. 08 Describe your experience in grounds or facilities maintenance. 09 Describe any experience you have working as a lead or providing supervision. Required Question