Maintenance Technician Road Operations

The salary range for this position is $5012 - $6210 monthly.

Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for four (4) Maintenance Techniciansto join our dynamic energetic and innovativeRoad Operationsteam. The successful candidates will have experience operating specialized road maintenance equipment and performing varied work in maintenance construction and other department activities as a crew member or independently as required.

Essential functions may include but are not limited to the following:

• Performs labor associated with maintenance repair and construction of roadway systems including:
  1. Roadway/shoulder maintenance
  2. Construction
  3. Drainage
  4. Traffic control
  5. Mowing and vegetation control
  6. Bridge maintenance and construction
  7. Snow/ice removal and control
• Operates a variety of highway maintenance construction equipment such as but not limited to:
  1. Tilt/ramp trailer
  2. Street sweeper
  3. 10 yd. dump truck
  4. 58-ton roller
  5. Pup trailer
  6. Medium size wheel loader
  7. Snowplow
  8. Brush chipper/truck
  9. Crack sealer
  10. Sander truck
• Controls traffic by flagging to guide traffic through work sites.
• Lubricates and performs minor mechanical equipment repairs.
• Assists in construction maintenance and repair of buildings structures and equipment.
• Installs and maintains traffic control signs and road markings.

To view the full job classification click here:Maintenance Technician

Essential Personnel:This position is considered to be an essential worker and may be required to work during non-business hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs such as clearing roads during a snow and ice event.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Environment - Performs the majority of duties outdoors exposed to a variety of weather conditions. Employee risks physical hazard from heavy equipment traffic and exposure to fumes paints solvents pesticides noise and other hazardous/dangerous materials. Physical effort is required due to heavy lifting frequently in excess of 50 lbs. and working in confined or cramped sites.
• Schedule - A regular full-time workweek shall normally consist of forty (40) hours within a seven (7) day period. The schedule may consist of eight (8) nine (9) or ten (10) hours of actual time worked or compensated per a twenty-four (24) hour period. Other schedules may be established with notice.
• Travel Requirements - Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings.
• Customer Interactions - Daily interactions with Thurston County staff and the public.

WHO WE ARE:

TheThurston County Public Works Departmentlocated in Olympia Washington is a national award-winning agency in delivering quality projects to our community. Our mission is to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business. We actively help our staff develop and grow professionally we bring together resources across divisions to achieve organizational goals we are always ready to respond to community needs and we are an American Public Works Association accredited agency consistently meeting industry best practices benchmarks.

Our Core Values:

• Accountability - We take responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes.
• Customer Service - We provide our customers with the highest level of service and quality.
• Innovation - We strive to continuously improve processes performance and results.
• Safety - We demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
• Teamwork- We work together toward achieving a common recognized end.

Mission - To provide excellent public services in all areas of our business.

Vision - The premier public works organization accountable and transparent in all services we provide to our community.

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized appreciated and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each persons talents and are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures lifestyles backgrounds and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values.Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage.

WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:

• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals lifestyle.
• PlanFor Your Future: As a member of our team you will enjoy great employee benefits including a retirement plan pre-tax savings accounts as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visitThurston County Employee Benefit Plansfor more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn paid vacationin addition to paidholidays.
• Robust Training Program:Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career learn new skill sets and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules:Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation:The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA):Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness:This is a federal program that allows full-time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans to get their student loans repaid.Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Why youll love it here:Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washingtons South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating hiking skiing and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia known for its many restaurants microbreweries coffee shops farmers markets kids activities history and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at.

Message to potential applicants:We understandthat some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position and meet the minimum qualifications we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of road construction maintenance or equipment operating experience.
• A valid Washington State Class A Commercial Drivers License with air brake and tanker endorsements and without a manual restriction. A special endorsement for tanker must be obtained within six months of hire date.
• A valid First Aid Card (or one must be obtained within three months of hire date).
• Must possess a Washington Traffic Flagging Card or obtain one within six (6) months of employment.
• Employee must meet certification requirement of departmental equipment training program for Maintenance Technician within probationary period of employment.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Ability to operate road construction equipment.
• Ability to make minor mechanical repairs on equipment used in road maintenance and construction.
• Ability to install traffic control signs.

OTHER RELATED RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:

Questions about this recruitment Please contact Mike Lowman Road Operations Manager or @

This position is:

• Represented by a Union
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Eligible for benefits
• Covered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Thurston County Fit for Work policy and will be subject to pre-employment random reasonable suspicion post-accident drug and alcohol testing and all other requirements of the Federal regulations and policy.

Items required for consideration:

• Application
• Copy of CDL license (front and back)

Learn more about Thurston County at:Thurston County

Please note: Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.

THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment services and activities which is free from restriction based on race sex marital status color creed or religion national origin age sexual orientation including gender expression or identity pregnancy status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status genetic information or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston Countys Human Resources at . Those who are deaf deaf-blind hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-) to connect with Washington Relay.