Maintenance Worker I - CDL

*THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.*

The City of Auburn's Public Works Division is establishing a new eligible list for the position of Maintenance Worker I - CDL, which will be used to fill current and future vacancies through the end of 2026. 

Current vacancies are available in the Water division, and for Mechanic's Assistant.

Salary scale shown is minimum pay rate prior to the 2% CDL premium, and the maximum pay rate including premium pay and highest longevity pay, applicable only after 20 years of service.

This position is represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 117, and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement is effective 1/1/26 - 12/31/28. Selection Process
Interested individuals should apply online with a complete application that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to take an in-person assessment test (Mechanical Aptitude Test, 1.5 hours). Applicants must receive a passing score to be placed on the eligibility list for a screening interview with hiring managers. Applicants with a passing score may be invited to a formal interview and practical testing when there are open vacancies. The eligibility list established for this position is generally good for 6 months. 

Testing
Our next round of Mechanical Aptitude testing will take place on October 19, 26, and 29, 2026. Employees are expected to perform all of the duties of the Maintenance Worker I - CDL class as assigned. The list below is not meant to be all inclusive, and the full job description can be viewed here. Staff will have more detailed descriptions for each of the divisions to review when attending the mechanical aptitude test.

Some MWI - CDL - Water primary duties include:

• Operating and/or driving various equipment and machinery including but not limited to: pickups, one-yard loaders or less, tractors and implements, sign truck, pipe pusher, rollers, jackhammers, air compressors, concrete saws, chains saws, all mowers except tractor mowers used to cut rights-of-way, blowers, leaf machines, hand equipment, chippers, small power equipment, generators, sprayers and spreaders, forklifts, and V Box sanders.
• Being responsible for the operation of dump trucks; paint trucks; and/or a combination of a single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of more than 26,000 pounds, a trailer with a GVWR of more than 10,000 pounds if the gross weight rating of the combined vehicle(s) is more than 26,000 pounds, a vehicle designed to transport 16 or more persons (including the driver), or any size vehicle which carries placarding amounts of hazardous materials.
• Performing minor mechanical repairs on such equipment.
• Installing, maintaining, and repairing water pipe; assisting in the maintenance of pump stations.
• Building forms and pouring concrete; laying asphalt and grading surfaces.
• Reading and following blueprints and schematics.
• Initiating work orders and repair orders and maintaining accurate records of time and materials used in work.
• Interacting courteously with other employees, utility customers, vendors and the public.
• Correctly and safely operating all equipment and tools used in assigned division.

Some MWI - CDL - Mechanics Assistant primary duties include assisting mechanics with:

• Diagnosing malfunctions on gas and/or diesel engines, heavy and specialized equipment, pumps, and generators and other equipment; makes repairs by adjusting or replacing parts including, but not limited to, tires, belts, axles, hydraulic cylinders, carburetor, electrical wiring, starters, etc.
• Making emergency repairs in the field or in the shop on equipment including, but not limited to, back hoes, graders, automobiles, dump trucks, pumps, and generators.
• Preparing new vehicles for operations by installing aftermarket equipment and electronic components, as necessary to meet operational requirements.
• Repairing and replacing items including, but not limited to, tires and belts; performs oil changes and lubricates vehicles.

Perform heavy manual labor in all weather conditions.  This may involve physically strenuous, continuous or repetitive movements; skillful, controlled manipulations of small objects; fine, highly controlled muscular movements to adjust the position of a control mechanism; bending or stooping repeatedly or continually over time; working in small cramped spaces; climbing ladders or steps; walking on rough, uneven ground; and performing other physical tasks as required of the position.  Required to sit, talk, and hear; frequently required to use hand tools which require repetitive arm, wrist and hand movement.  Occasionally required to stand and reach with arms and hands, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend or crawl. Specific vision abilities include close, distant, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception and to adjust focus.  The employee is occasionally required to lift or move up to 50 pounds.  Position requires mental acuity to ensure thorough mental analysis of situations in a fast-paced environment.  Employee is required to maintain confidentiality of information within the department.  The employee may be required to deal with disgruntled individuals requiring the use of conflict management skills.  Employee is frequently required to perform work in confidence and under pressure for deadlines, and is required to maintain professional composure and tact, patience and courtesy at all times. 
 
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Employee performs work independently under general supervision of division supervisor.  Work may be prioritized, assigned and reviewed by Maintenance Worker II employees on a project basis.  Performance is reviewed through observation, reports, discussion and periodic formal evaluation.

For more information about what benefits the City provides, please visit: 

https://auburn.attract.neogov.com/p/benefits

ABOUT THE CITY OF AUBURN
 The City of Auburn was incorporated in 1891, and has since bloomed into a perfect place to live, visit, explore, and play.  With over 29.8 square miles of land, two rivers, and two counties, Auburn is home to over 80,000 residents, and hundreds of businesses - ranging from manufacturing to retail.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
Team Auburn values diverse perspectives, life experiences, and welcomes applications from people who will help us consistently demonstrate the values of equity, respect, and partnership. The department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans. Individuals interested in joining our team must be committed to racial, social, and economic equality for ALL people in our community. 

 The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To learn more about the Inclusive Auburn initiative, please visit:

https://www.auburnwa.gov/InclusiveAuburn

READY TO APPLY?
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
 
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The City of Auburn is dedicated to building an inclusive, informed city, with opportunities for all. In alignment with that goal, the City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the initial screening of applications. For that reason, hiring managers will not be viewing any attachments to your application, including a cover letter or resume, during the initial screening.
 
Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application, and thoroughly answer the supplemental questions prior to the submission deadline! You must meet the minimum qualifications to move forward in the screening process.
 
Please note that if you are selected to move forward after an interview, a background check, driving abstract review, and reference check will be completed before an official job offer will be made.
 
COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY OF AUBURN
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the recruitment process. E-mails from auburnwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.
 
CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions, please contact Stacey Fullwiler, HR Coordinator, at [email protected].