Storm and Surface Water Skilled Worker (LTE)

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspection, repair, construction, and drainage maintenance.
• Use backhoes, dump trucks, truck and trailer combinations, forklifts, etc.
• Clean catch basins and pipelines.
• Clear brush and weeds in detention ponds.
• Remove debris from streams.
• Perform inspections of the storm drainage system.
• Assist in storm events and pollution event response emergencies.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanic skills/knowledge.
• Six months work knowledge/experience in construction.
• Customer service experience with the general public.
• Basic computer and keyboard skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams.
• General knowledge and ability to interpret maps, drawings, and records.
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to safety procedures, work rules, and guidelines.
• Excellent verbal, listening, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime (including nights and weekends).
• Must be able to respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis.
• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver’s license by date of hire.
• Must have and maintain a good driving record by City standards.
• Must be able to obtain a Washington State Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a tanker endorsement within one year of employment.

Supplemental Information

• Working Conditions & Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 90 lbs., engage in considerable bending at the waist, pulling, pushing, and climbing. Work is done mostly outdoors in all types of weather conditions. Common hazards include traffic, underground lines, chemicals, and equipment. Work is often strenuous and lasts for long durations with short breaks.
• Vision Abilities: Includes close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Job site

Bellevue Service Center
2901 115th Avenue NE, Bellevue

HIRING PROCESS

The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible. Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting. We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description. Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.

Conditions of Employment

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire.
• The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment.
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.

Additional Information

• The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.
• Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or recruiting@bellevuewa.gov.
• 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.
• The City of Bellevue participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more about the E-Verify program.