Forest Management Maintenance Aide II (Variable)

Bellevue is known as "A City in a Park," with a park system comprised of 2,700 acres of parks and open space.  Bellevue's Parks and Community Services Department has a unique opportunity for you as Forest Management Maintenance Aid I – Seasonal. The Forest Management Program provides site management of approximately 2,000 acres of undeveloped forested open space properties. These properties are geographically distributed throughout the city and consist of upland forests, lowland forests, steep slopes, meadows, shorelines, wetlands and riparian corridors. These properties are managed for a wide variety of community benefits including recreation, wildlife habitat and ecosystem functions such as stormwater retention, air and water filtration and carbon sequestration. We’re looking for an energetic candidate with the desire to grow and learn within our dynamic work group. 

The Forest Management Maintenance Aide II – Variable performs a variety of manual labor tasks in assistance to fully-trained personnel to repair, maintain, operate, and install basic city or park infrastructure systems and/or support events or activities. 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, coworker, and public safety in all weather and working conditions. 

Work Hours: This is a part-time, flexible schedule, working at least one full day a week during regular work hours. Regular work hours are M-F, 6:00am-2:30pm. May be assigned to work an occasional Saturday to support scheduled volunteer events. Hours will not exceed 28 hours per week.

• Assists full-time employees with natural area, trail and landscape maintenance operations including mowing, line trimming, weeding, blowing, planting, installing much, watering, beaver dam removal and garbage/debris removal including unlawful campsite removal.  
• Removal of invasive species, pruning, chipping and manual vegetation control.
• Work around the general public.
• Work outdoors in forested natural areas, environmentally sensitive areas, trails and streetscape settings.
• Work with city staff and volunteers

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

• Works under the close supervision of a lead worker, skilled worker, or other supervisory personnel. Once proficiency is demonstrated, individuals in this classification may be assigned to work alone or with minimal supervision during the course of a workday.
• 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. 
• May work independently on the basis of clear instructions. 
• Work is to be completed with appropriate efficiency and in a manner that commands the respect of or demonstrates appropriate courtesy to coworkers and the public.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Working knowledge of and familiarity with hand-held power tools and related maintenance equipment.
• Basic mechanical skills and manual dexterity.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance processes, techniques, and procedures.
• Ability to learn to operate safely the equipment and machinery necessary to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to listen and understand direction/instruction, communicate with team members, and respond to customers tactfully and courteously.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or a GED equivalent with 2-4 months of related maintenance labor experience.
• Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Exposure/experience adhering to safety rules and procedures is desirable.
• Required to possess a valid Washington driver's license by date of hire. Must have and maintain a good driving record according to city standards. (Driving Abstract is required at the time of interview.)

This is a variable, non-exempt, union position, (Teamsters Local #763). Collective Bargaining Agreements | City of Bellevue

PHYSICAL DEMAND

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those necessary for 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 hands and arms. 
• Pulling, pushing, climbing, standing, bending, or stooping for extended periods. 
• Lifting, carrying, or crawling. 
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 75 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud.
• Exposure may include traffic, fumes, chemicals, flying debris, or noise. 
• Employees with exposure will be required to provide and wear leather, steel-toed, or equivalent protective footwear (ANSI approved). 
• Employees must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions and provide weather-related gear if/as needed such as rain gear and/or coat. 
• Employees must provide and wear work clothing appropriate to their duties. Some tasks require a long-sleeved shirt.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those necessary for 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.

The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance in the application process may reach out to Application Support at 855-524-5627 or [email protected] or reach out to Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or [email protected]. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.