Assistant Maintenance Technician

Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for an Assistant Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative team. The successful candidate will perform traffic control within work sites, operate assigned equipment, and perform other general labor duties.
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Works with the public in a courteous and professional manner, providing information and answering questions.
• In accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) as adopted by the State of Washington, State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and County Standards & Policies, fabricates standard street signs, installs and maintains signs, sign components, traffic control signs, road markings, streetlights, school flashers and crosswalk flashers using a variety of equipment.
• Drives and operates a variety of equipment such as, but not limited to:
  1. 5 yd Dump and Flat Bed
  2. Propane Torch
  3. Forklift
  4. Air Compressor/Jackhammer
  5. Reader board truck & trailer
  6. Chainsaw
  7. Extruded Thermoplastic Pre-Melter Cart
  8. Paint Gun on Striper Truck
  9. Pressure washer
  10. GPS data collectors and similar devices
  11. Utility Locate Detection Device
  12. Computer & associated sign making equipment & software
  13. Computer inventory systems
  14. Airless sprayer
  15. Paint grinder
• Uses desktop computers, portable computers, Geospatial Positions Systems (GPS), other devices and equipment for asset tracking, maintenance management and inventory.
• Reports outages for traffic signals and street lighting per maintenance contracts. Provides technical support and assistance to Traffic Engineering through tasks such as traffic counts, pedestrian counts, material collection, speed studies, sight distance studies, or similar activities.
• Maintains and organizes supplies needed for sign maintenance in work truck.

To view the full job classification, click here: Assistant Maintenance Technician

Message to potential applicants: We understand that 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.

The Thurston County Public Works Department, located in Olympia, Washington is a national award-winning agency in delivering quality projects to our community. Our mission is to provide quality 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 Public Works values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. To us, inclusion means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. We 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 individual's lifestyle.
• Plan For 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 visit Benefits 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans website for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 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 which allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Why you'll love it here
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's 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, farmer's markets, kids' activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years' experience in road maintenance, construction, traffic control, and/or heavy equipment operation.
• Must possess a Washington Traffic Flagging Card or obtain one within six (6) months of employment.
• Must hold a valid First Aid Card or obtain within three (3) months of employment.
• Current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
• A valid Washington State Class A, Commercial Driver's License with air brake. A special endorsement for tanker must be obtained within six months of hire date.
• Work toward obtaining International Municipal Signal Association Certification, Level 1 Signs and Marking within probationary period. Ability to use computers equipment and related software programs is required.

• Knowledge of Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Knowledge of procedures and practices related to work zone traffic control.
• Basic knowledge of traffic control devices and road systems.
• Experience installing and maintaining street lighting, school beacons and crosswalk beacons.
• Experience installing and maintaining traffic signs.
• Experience installing permanent traffic markings such as stop bars, turn arrows, and parking lot markings.

Questions about this recruitment?
The contact person for this recruitment is Becky Conn at 360-867-2349.
This position:

• Represented by a Union
• Eligible for benefits
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• 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:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Application
• Supplemental Questions
• Copy of CDL license (front and back)

Learn more about Thurston County at: Thurston CountyEmployment Type: Regular Full-Time Employee