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Utility Worker II - Special Duty Assignment

King County, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127

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Overview

The Building Operations Section (BOS) in the Facilities Management Division (FMD) is looking for reliable candidates to join their Utility Worker team as a Utility Worker II in a Special Duty Assignment role. Special Duty Assignments are only available to active Career Service King County employees. This assignment is estimated to last up to 6 months, extending as needed. The Utility Worker team is responsible for a wide variety of maintenance and equipment operation duties not associated with journey-level work in any skilled trade. Responsibilities

Perform minor maintenance and repairs to facilities, grounds and structures, including periodic preventive maintenance and inspection, and repairs resulting from vandalism and emergencies. Operate power tools including, but not limited to drills, miscellaneous saw types, jackhammer, roto-hammer, chain saws and pressure washers. Assist journey-level trade workers who perform carpentry, plumbing and electrical work. Maintain daily logs and complete work requests on assignments. Assist in construction, and/or remodel of simple County structures. Load and drive various types of trucks including dump and box trucks. Lift, carry, move office furniture and equipment using moving equipment as well as manually. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications

One year of demonstrated work experience performing physical tasks in a capacity related to this position. Predictable and reliable attendance. Knowledge of the basic use and care of tools and equipment. Ability to get along and work effectively with others. Ability to work as part of a team. Basic knowledge of building craft and mechanical trades. Knowledge of safety procedures. Skill in using road maps. Ability to take direct orders, work assignment and communicate effectively with the supervisor. Pre-employment Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid Washington State Driver\'s License and the ability to travel throughout King County in a timely manner. Driving is a regular job function of this position. Candidates will be required to purchase and provide a five year Washington State Complete Driver\'s abstract from the Washington Department of Licensing. Final appointment is contingent upon acceptable driving history and successfully passing the fingerprint-based criminal history check, reference checks, and a pre-employment physical examination. Application Process

This exciting opportunity to join County government is open to active Career Service King County employees who meet the minimum qualifications requirement. An official King County application form through our online applicant tracking system (NEOGOV) is required. Subject matter experts assigned to thoroughly and carefully review all application materials will select the candidates to be contacted for participation in the selection procedures (customarily an oral panel interview and hands-on practical test). Additional Position Information

This position is non-exempt and overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday with a standard workweek of 40 hours. The work schedule is typically Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union, Local 925. This position is designated as a First Responder which means this position has a role in emergency response and is responsible for the protection and preservation of life, property, evidence, environment and/or the restoration of order. For questions about this recruitment, please contact Sarah McCauley at smccauley@kingcounty.gov. King County 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 recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

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