Seasonal Laborer - Public Works

Position Description

Under the direction of the Public Works Superintendent, perform a variety of unskilled and semi‑skilled maintenance, repair and construction duties for an assigned Public Works division.

• Participate as a member of a crew and perform a variety of unskilled and semi‑skilled maintenance, repair and construction duties for an assigned Public Works division.
• Assist in inspecting a variety of City systems, structures and equipment to identify repair needs; perform minor repairs and notify appropriate personnel of repair needs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on a variety of systems, fixtures and equipment; replace damaged components as necessary.
• Provide traffic control for assigned City streets and intersections; direct traffic utilizing established flagging techniques to assure safety of work sites.
• Operate and maintain a variety of hand and power tools and equipment; operate meters and other testing equipment as directed; operate grounds and heavy equipment as appropriate.
• Mow, trim, fertilize and irrigate turf, plants and shrubs; maintain flower beds.
• Drive a vehicle to conduct work; load, transport and unload materials, supplies and equipment as needed.
• Maintain assigned work area in a clean and orderly condition; pick‑up and dispose of trash and debris; clear passages, drains, lines and piping as necessary.
• Work from oral and written instructions and work orders; respond to emergency repair needs as requested.
• Communicate with City personnel and outside agencies to exchange information and answer questions.
• Respond to emergency repairs as requested.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge, skills and abilities:
  
  Methods, equipment and materials used in general maintenance work; safe working practices and procedures; requirements of maintaining Public Works systems in good repair; operation and use of hand and power tools and equipment; health and safety regulations and procedures; oral and written communication skills; basic record‑keeping techniques; proper lifting techniques.
• Perform a variety of unskilled and semi‑skilled maintenance, repair and construction duties; observe health and safety regulations and procedures; operate hand and power tools and equipment; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; work cooperatively with others; understand, speak and follow oral and written instructions in the English language; maintain routine records; perform heavy physical labor.
• One year general maintenance experience.

• Valid Washington driver’s license.
• Must provide DOL printout with five (5) year driving abstract upon conditional hire.

Indoor and outdoor work environment. Driving a vehicle to conduct work. Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors. Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions. Working with and around heavy construction equipment and in streets under traffic conditions.

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate hand and power tools. Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Seeing to perform maintenance duties. Standing and walking for extended periods of time. Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling heavy objects as assigned by position. Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching. Heavy physical labor. Climbing ladders.

Working in a cramped or restrictive work chamber. Working around and with machinery having moving parts. Working at heights.

Union Status
:
Non-Represented

FLSA Status
:
Non-Exempt

• Salary Range:
• Last Revised:
  March, 2025

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for the job, the level of knowledge, skill and ability typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all‑inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to balance workload.

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Class specifications are only intended to represent a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities associated with the specific positions.

Therefore, specifications may not include all duties performed by individuals within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position.