Maintenance Craftsworker I

Department:

Public Works

Division: 

Street Maintenance

The wage for this position is set by the IUOE Collective Bargaining Agreement, starting at Step A: $31.80 Hourly.

Position Salary Range: $31.80 - $36.67 Hourly.

*This position requires employee to carry an after hours/on call phone on a rotational basis.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Performs semi-skilled work in the construction and maintenance of streets, roads, shoulders, trails, sidewalks, and railroad facilities. Subject to work after hours and weekends as required. Safely performs all job functions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of experience in streets maintenance and/or construction, or closely related experience.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Class “A” CDL with tanker endorsement upon hire date.
• Valid Flagger’s Card upon hire date.
• Obtain American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) Traffic Control Technician certification within one (1) year of hire date and maintain throughout employment.
• Obtain Railway Worker Protection Certification within two (2) years of hire date and maintain throughout employment.
• Obtain American Public Works Association (APWA) Winter Maintenance Operator Certification within three (3) years of hire date and maintain throughout employment.
• Obtain ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor Certification within four (4) years of hire date.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and experience operating technology-based systems and devices.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Duties listed are representative of the types of tasks and functions performed by positions of this class of work. Percentage of time and rank of importance of duties are not listed since both will vary by position and work location.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Operates concrete/asphalt saws and grinders, air compressors, jackhammer, whacker/plate compactor, asphalt grinders, weed whackers, blowers, small pumps, generators, and other related power tools.
• Assists in operation of crack sealers, mastic melters, asphalt distributor, PCMS’s and other maintenance equipment.
• Performs streets maintenance tasks using shovels, brooms, asphalt rakes, post hole diggers, hand tamps, rock bars, hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, trowels, and other hand tools.
• Assists the Maintenance Craftworker II in making and installing signs.
• Assists with layouts and application of striping and pavement markings using waterborne paint and thermoplastic materials.
• Assists with forming, pouring, and finishing concrete.
• Performs traffic control functions, to include set-up and tear down of proper traffic control devices and flagging of work zones.
• Performs simple railroad track maintenance such as replacing rail, tightening, and installing bolts, driving spikes, replacing ties, removing sand, weeds, and grooming rock.
• Assists with more complex railroad track maintenance such as lubricating and adjusting switches, installing, or moving insulation joint bars, fixing wire bonds, etc.
• Operates patch truck, dump trucks, sanders, snowplows, liquid de-ice tanks, water tanker and other heavy equipment requiring a Class A CDL with a tanker endorsement while performing normal and specialized maintenance tasks.
• Accumulates training, experience, and higher-level certifications to attain qualification as a Maintenance Craftsworker II or Equipment Operator.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Specific and realistic knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to competently perform this job.

Knowledge of:

• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, codes and regulations related to assigned activities.
• Modern office practices, methods, procedures and equipment.
• Record-keeping principles, procedures and techniques.
• MUTCD regulations and guidelines.
• Streets maintenance procedures and practices.
• Proper tools and equipment required for performance of duties including whackers/plate compactors, skid steer, front loader, dump trucks, tankers and snow removal equipment, including deicers.
• Applicable health and safety policy, procedures and practices.

Skills and abilities to:

• Learn, read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Follow health and safety regulations.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Operate patch truck, dump trucks, sanders, snowplows, liquid de-ice tanks, water tanker, crack sealers, concrete/asphalt saws/grinders, air compressors, asphalt distributor and other street related power tools.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; comprehend and use English effectively including producing all forms of communications in a clear, concise, and understandable manner to intended audiences.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Operate a variety of modern office equipment and personal computers in a Windows based computing environment, using standard or customized software application programs appropriate to assigned tasks.
• Provide continuous effort to improve operations and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.

COMPETENCIES

Foundational

• Use Technical/Functional Expertise: Displays an appropriate depth of knowledge and skills as required for the position and commensurate with the time in class. Uses technology as appropriate for the position. Seeks additional knowledge and information to continually enhance knowledge in areas of specialty.
• Be Accountable for Performance: Actively shows responsibility, reliability, and trustworthiness. Ensures work and information are complete and accurate. Admits mistakes and looks for ways to improve. Models self as dependable and reliable. Follows up with others to ensure agreements and commitments have been fulfilled. Values the importance of team and organizational success. Independently takes action to influence events, to improve own or organizational performance and to promote the goals of the organization.
• Provide Excellent Customer Service: Anticipates, assesses, and responds effectively to the needs of diverse customers, both internal and external, providing consistently excellent service that is timely, accurate, courteous, and respectful.
• Communicate Effectively: Uses verbal and written skills effectively to ensure that information is successfully shared throughout the organization. Relates well to a range of people. Shows sensitivity to the needs of others. Demonstrates ability to build rapport and facilitates mutual understanding.
• Work Safely: Knowledge and application of relevant safety requirements that apply to the specific work being done. Recognizes and mitigates safety hazards on the job. Observes rules and regulations to comply with personal and workplace safety standards. Works to create a hazard-free, accident-free environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of

those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Environment:

• Typically performed in the field, which requires travel daily from site to site.
• The position involves work outdoors on a year-round basis and is subject to extreme weather conditions.
• Work areas may be dirty and strewn with construction debris. Employees will encounter dust, noise and fumes typically associated with construction or maintenance work.
• Employees may work above or below the ground.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud, depending on what types of duties are involved.
• Will be exposed to moving heavy equipment, mechanical parts and vehicles within a construction or maintenance site.
• Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies/procedures.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to regularly, and punctually, attend work at the shop or other assigned locations.
• Operate a motorized vehicle or heavy equipment, which may include inclement weather conditions.
• Operate standard equipment for assigned tasks.
• Ability to stand, walk and bend for extended periods of time, sit, reach with arms and hands, kneel, and stretch, occasionally crawling in tight spaces and be able to climb ladders.
• Ability to walk through construction/or maintenance sites at all stages of construction and negotiate uneven terrain.
• Ability to lift, push, carry and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 lbs. on a daily basis and up to 90 lbs. on occasion using proper lifting techniques.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to include repetitive grasping and reaching.
• Good vision to read print and a computer screen.
• Ability to hear and speak to communicate in person and over the telephone.

BENEFITS INFORMATION

Summary of City of Richland benefits for IUOE affiliated staff (union-represented employees):

Regular Full-Time Employee Benefits

• Excellent preferred provider plan with a substantial City-paid contribution
• City-paid dental and vision plans
• City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employees annual salary)
• City-paid Long-term Disability Insurance
• Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 4% City-match (base pay) deferred compensation plan 457
• Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
• City-paid and Employee-paid Retirement Health Savings Plan
• Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual Rates

**Rates subject to change based upon collective bargaining agreement (CBA). See CBA for eligibility requirements. For 2025-2027 IUOE CBA, rates are as follows:

Years of Continuous Service**Hours Per Month**

0-9: 20.17

10-15: 22.17

16-20: 24.17

20+: 26.17

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

This position will be posted internally/externally concurrently. However, only qualified, regular full-time, IUOE members will be given first consideration if they apply within the first five (5) working days of internal posting.

If no qualified IUOE members apply within the internal posting close date/time, then all qualified external applicants will be considered. Internal qualified applicants who apply after the initial five (5) day promotional posting will compete with qualified external applicants.

Selection will be made based on overall qualifications, skills testing (if applicable), and an interview process. Final candidate selected will be subject to a comprehensive background/reference check and pre-employment physical commensurate to the position. 

SELECTION GUIDELINES

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job classification description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City of Richland and employee and is subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diversified work force.  Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), martial or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
 
In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided for participation in the application and selection process, if requested.  Persons with a disability who need assistance must notify the Human Resources Department about the accommodation needed at the time of application and prior to the closing date by calling (509) 942-7392. 
 
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