Utilities Maintenance Aide II (LTE)

The City of Bellevue, WA is currently accepting on-line applications for Maintenance Aide 2 - Limited Term Employee positions located in the Operations and Maintenance Division of the Utilities Department. The successful candidates will be working in a training capacity to develop the necessary skills to support the ongoing maintenance of the water, wastewater and surface water infrastructure systems. The training received will be documented in a formal training matrix and will include a mix of safety/regulatory training and hands-on field training as outlined below.
The Maintenance Aide 2 - LTE's will have the opportunity to apply for any vacant full-time Skilled Worker positions after substantially completing the Maintenance Aide Training Matrix. It is anticipated that these positions will rotate through each of the piped sections as part of the training.
The primary role is to assist full time staff in performing maintenance work of the water, wastewater and surface water infrastructure. These positions perform a variety of manual labor tasks in assistance to fully-trained personnel to repair, maintain, operate, and install basic City drinking water, wastewater, storm and surface water infrastructure systems. Work consists of routine and repetitive tasks, processes, and/or operations and will be performed cooperatively with other employees and completed in a manner that assures individual, co-worker, and public safety in all weather and working conditions. Employees receive direct supervision while on the job site in most cases, but the amount of direct supervision required may diminish as proficiency in task performance and equipment operation increases. Work may also be performed independently on the basis of clear instructions and standard operating procedures. Work is to be completed with appropriate efficiency and in a manner that commands the respect of or demonstrates appropriate courtesy to co-workers, and the public.Water Maintenance - These positions perform a variety of manual labor tasks in assistance to fully-trained personnel to repair, maintain, operate, and install basic City drinking water infrastructure systems. Under direct supervision, may assist with water main and service line repairs, inspections and maintenance, dig around underground utility pipes, inspect and operate fire hydrants and valves, assist with unidirectional zone flushing on water mains, replace aging water meters, vegetation management around water infrastructure, inspect system plumbing/flushing components, operate jackhammers and other power equipment, cleanup worksites and vehicles, and drive light utility vehicles.
Wastewater Maintenance - These positions perform a variety of manual labor tasks in assistance to fully-trained personnel to repair, maintain, operate, and install basic City wastewater infrastructure systems. Under direct supervision, may assist with sewer line repairs, inspections and maintenance, dig around underground utility pipes, make manhole adjustments, wash wet wells, clean and maintain pump stations, conduct high velocity cleaning of sewer system components, complete manhole surveys, inspect system plumbing/flushing components, operate jackhammers and other power equipment, clean-up worksites and vehicles, and drive light utility vehicles.
Storm and Surface Water Maintenance - These positions perform a variety of manual labor tasks in assistance to fully-trained personnel to clean, repair, maintain, and install basic City storm water infrastructure systems. Under direct supervision, assist with stormwater infrastructure inspections and maintenance, work as a helper on eductor trucks cleaning, jet rodding and/or root removal in storm lines and catch basins, dig around underground utility pipes, make manhole adjustments, operate string trimmers and other power and hand tools to clear brush, clean-up worksites and vehicles, and drive light utility vehicles. May assist in flagging and traffic control.Qualifications

• High school diploma or a GED equivalent, preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Basic mechanical skills and manual dexterity.
• Maintenance Aide is primarily an entry/training level position and requires minimal, if any, prior experience.
• Ability to learn to operate safely the equipment and machinery necessary to perform assigned tasks.
• Exposure/experience adhering to safety rules and procedures is desirable.
• Ability to listen and understand direction/instruction, communicate with team members, and respond to customers tactfully and courteously.
• Must have a valid Washington driver's license by date of hire. Must have and maintain a good driving record according to Department standards. Proof required at time of interview. Applicants will be disqualified under the following circumstances:
  • * Violation - more than two moving violations in the preceding three years; reckless driving violation within the preceding three years; DUI within the preceding three years.
  • * Accidents - more than one motor vehicle accident within the preceding three years for which the applicant received a traffic or criminal citation and was convicted, forfeited bail, or entered a plea of "guilty" or "nolo contendere".

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hand and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Pulling, pushing, climbing, standing, bending or stooping for extended periods.
• The employee may be required to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 90 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud.
• Hazard may include traffic, fumes, chemicals, flying debris, noise. Wastewater employees will be working in areas that may be exposed to sewage.
• Periodic overtime may be required in emergencies.
• Union Position (Teamsters Local Union No. 763): After initial 2 months of continuous employment or within the month following the first day of rehire, employee will become a bargaining unit member and pay monthly union dues (current rate is 2.25 times their hourly rate of pay) and initiation dues as required.

Limited Term Employee (LTE): A fully benefited employee appointed to serve in a position scheduled to work a minimum of 30 hours a week for a specific project with a specific ending date which is anticipated to last more than five months but in no event longer than three consecutive years (36 months).
For further information about this position, please contact Jackie Goeman via email at jgoeman@bellevuewa.gov or at 425.452.5227. Employment Type: Limited Term