Park Technician - Structures Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cobwa/jobs/newprint/4825469) Apply  Park Technician - Structures Salary $30.54 Hourly Location City of Bellingham, WA Job Type Full Time Job Number 25 Park Technician-Structures Department Parks & Recreation Opening Date 02/14/2025 Closing Date 3/11/2025 8:30 AM Pacific FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit Local 1937 + Description + Benefits + Questions Nature of Work The role of a Technician with the Parks Department in Bellingham would offer a chance to contribute to enhancing public spaces and creating a stronger, greener community. If you're someone who enjoys hands-on work, construction, and maintenance, it could be a great fit. Performs a variety of skilled technical duties and physical labor associated with the repair, maintenance, construction and installation of parks structures and surfaces. Assists with the repair, maintenance and installation of various water systems and electrical/mechanical systems through the performance of general construction and equipment operation. Maintains records as required by City policy, state and local laws. Works collaboratively with other teams within the Park Operations Division and staff from other City departments to meet program goals and objectives. SALARY AND BENEFITS: This position will start at Step 1 ($30.54/hour). Employees receive step increases annually in accordance with the Guild of Pacific Northwest Employees, Local 1937 Collective Bargaining Agreement (https://cob.org/about/employment/labor-agreements-pay-schedule) and City policy. The full hourly range for this position is $30.54 - $37.39. For internal candidates, placement within the range is based on City Pay Placement Procedures. At the City of Bellingham, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that helps you thrive in both your career and personal life. Join our team and enjoy the peace of mind knowing that you and your loved ones are well cared for. Here’s a closer look at the outstanding benefits that come with being part of our team. You can find more details on our employment benefits page (https://cob.org/about/employment/benefits) and labor agreements page. (https://cob.org/about/employment/labor-agreements-pay-schedule) + 10 hours of vacation leave per month, with increased accrual over time + 12 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday per year + 8 hours sick leave accrued monthly + Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families + Life insurance and long-term disability coverage + Flexible spending accounts and medical insurance opt-out program + Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + Washington State Retirement plan (DRS) for retirement security + Optional 457 deferred compensation (Retirement Savings Plan) with employer match Leave accruals are based on 1.0 FTE, accruals are pro-rated if part-time and require employees to be in paid status at least 120 hours/month. Closing Date/Time: Tues. 3/11/2025 8:30 AM Pacific Time ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: + Performs repair, alteration and installation work to park buildings, structures, and equipment involving carpentry, concrete work, roofing, painting, masonry and other trades utilizing manual skills. + Assists in the repair, renovation, maintenance and new construction work of plumbing, sewer and drainage systems. + Assists in the repair, maintenance and new installation of various mechanical and electrical systems. + Inspects park structures such as bridges, stairways, buildings, shelters, docks and boardwalks. Reports property and storm damage and vandalism to the supervisor on an Incident/Intentional Damage form. Inspects condition of structures and provides input on methods, materials and timelines required for repair, renovation or replacement. + Operates specialized power-driven equipment such as table saw, radial arm saw, skill saw, chain saw, planer and specialized test equipment. Operates air compressor and jackhammer. + Operates a variety of automotive equipment including dump trucks, flatbed trucks and pickup trucks to transport equipment and materials. Operates backhoe tractor and other types of tractors with implements as assigned. + Under the direction of a Park Specialist, makes on-site assessment of conditions and circumstances or pre-assigned projects and determines resources needed, including equipment supplies and materials. + Maintains necessary tools by cleaning, performing routine maintenance and assuring proper storage. + Serves as lead worker to Park Worker, Extra Labor and other seasonal personnel as assigned. Provides training, technical guidance and day-to-day direction. Provides performance feedback to supervisor. + Completes required reports for area of assignment. ADDITIONAL WORK PERFORMED: + Performs other related work within the scope of the classification as assigned. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed primarily outdoors in all weather conditions on irregular and uneven terrain and at all heights and angles above or at ground level when working on or in structures or equipment. Occasional work indoors at a desk or computer to attend meetings, training or paperwork. Frequent exposure to moderate risk on construction sites, which requires employees to follow established safety policies and procedures. Depending on the project or assignment, may be required to use appropriate safety equipment, wear a variety of protective high visibility clothing, rain gear, safety boots, safety glasses and gloves. Physical abilities to perform the essential functions of the job, including: + Frequently communicate accurate information and ideas to others; + Frequently operate hand and power tools safely; + Frequently operate heavy equipment; + Frequently work from heights above ground of up to 40 feet; + Frequently lift equipment and materials of up to 50 lbs. and transport objects weighing up to 100 pounds. Experience and Training + Minimum of two years of apprentice-level experience in at least one area of the construction trades such as, carpentry, concrete work, plumbing or electrical. + Two years of coursework or related training in construction management/technology or a related field may be substituted for one-year of required experience in a construction trade. + Experience in operating a backhoe tractor, front-end loader or related equipment required. + Previous work experience in a construction environment preferred. Necessary Special Requirements + Employment contingent upon passing a criminal background check and child and adult abuse records check. + Valid Washington State driver’s license and good driving record. Must submit a three-year driving abstract prior to hire. + Verification of ability to work in the United States by date of hire. + Must secure and maintain a flagging and traffic control certification within 12 months of hire. + Must secure and maintain a valid First Aid and CPR certification within 12 months of hire. Selection Process **You are encouraged to print a copy of this job announcement for your reference as the process moves along** Please ensure your application is complete and all required information has been provided. Standard completeness means all application fields (contact information, personal information, education, work experience, references, and supplemental questions). Application materials should comprehensively document your experience and skills related to the position responsibilities and experience/training requirements. As part of the City’s commitment to reducing bias in the hiring process, Human Resources redacts personally identifiable information for reviewers. Only the documents listed as required will be reviewed. Application Review Process: + Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must provide specific, detailed information so an initial determination can be made regarding your level of qualifications for this position. Applicant status will be updated on or around March 11, 2025 . + Experience and Training Rating: Applicants that meet minimum qualifications will go through an Experience and Training Rating. Applicant status will be updated on or around March 19, 2025. + The top ten (10) scoring applicants from the Experience and Training Rating will be invited to participate in an Oral Board Interview, tentatively scheduled for the week of March 31, 2025 . Applicants must have a passing score of 60% or higher to be placed on the eligibility register. + Applicants will be notified via email of Final Scores & Ranks. The final ranking of the register will be based on total scores for the following Experience and Training Rating (40%) and Oral Board Interview (60%). Final candidates will be referred to the department for additional examination, assessment, or test. This recruitment process will create a Civil Service eligibility register that will be used to fill current and future vacancies as they become available. There is currently 1 full-time vacancy in Parks - Structures. This position is represented by a union. If you wish to claim Veterans’ Preference Points, please complete the Veterans Scoring Criteria Declaration Form (https://cob.org/wp-content/uploads/COB-Veterans-Scoring-Criteria-Declaration-PDF.pdf) and upload it to your application with your DD214. Please Note: Candidates will receive updates regarding application status via email. Please be sure to check your email frequently, including your spam folders for messages filtered by your email providers. Equal Opportunity: Our environment is characterized by respect for cultural backgrounds, belief systems, and ethnic diversity. The City of Bellingham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its work force. We do not make decisions on the basis of an individual's race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, age (40+), disability, retaliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. All are encouraged to apply for employment. Fair Hiring Practices + The City provides individuals who have been arrested or convicted of a criminal offense an equal and fair opportunity to obtain employment. + The City will not inquire about an applicant's criminal history until after a conditional job offer has been made. + The City will disregard the prior arrest and conviction record of an otherwise qualified individual unless the offense is directly related to the job position for which the individual has applied. + The City will notify an otherwise qualified applicant about a potentially disqualifying conviction and give the applicant an opportunity to submit information regarding the accuracy of the criminal records as well as evidence of mitigation or rehabilitation, as appropriate. There are many good reasons for working at the City of Bellingham. The work is rewarding and you have an opportunity to serve your community. Another good reason is the great benefits that the City offers its employees. See our benefits section (https://www.cob.org/employment/pages/benefits.aspx) for additional information. This position is represented by The Guild of Pacific Northwest Employees, Local 1937 bargaining unit. Specific benefit information including Holidays, Vacation Accruals, Health, Dental and Vision Plans with cost sharing and Deferred Compensation Match can be found in the Local 1937 labor agreement (https://cob.org/wp-content/uploads/1937-2022-2023-CBA.pdf) . This position is covered by the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems PERS plan. PERS requires mandatory employee and City contributions. Please visit the DRS website (http://www.drs.wa.gov/) for more information on PERS. Civil Service Information This position is subject to the Bellingham Civil Service Commission. When a vacancy occurs, the top fifteen candidates or the top 25% of the register will be forwarded to the department for further consideration. All new Civil Service employees are subject to a one-year probationary period. A candidate may challenge the scope, content, or method of an examination or test, and a protest may be filed in writing with the Examiner within five (5) days following the date of the challenged examination. A candidate may also challenge the scoring of an examination or test, failure of the candidate on any part of an examination, or clerical error in examination results of any examination or test, and a protest may be filed in writing with the Examiner within five (5) days of notification of the challenged result. The Examiner shall consider all timely filed protests and make appropriate corrections if an error is demonstrated. Veteran's Scoring Criteria Applicants who have been honorably discharged from active military duty may be eligible to receive veteran's scoring criteria points as provided by Washington State Law (RCW 41.04.010). If you wish to claim Veterans’ Preference Points, please complete the Veterans Scoring Criteria Declaration Form (https://cob.org/wp-content/uploads/COB-Veterans-Scoring-Criteria-Declaration-PDF.pdf) and upload it to your application with your DD214. 01 Thank you for your interest in this position at the City of Bellingham! To ensure a consistent review, only the City of Bellingham job application and required supplemental documents will be reviewed. Cover letters and resumes are not reviewed unless they are required as part of the process. When applying for this position, you must thoroughly complete each section of your application, and provide a thorough response to each of the supplemental questions. Please do not indicate "see resume" or copy content that is unrelated to the position being applied for from your resume when answering these questions. Have you read and understood the information listed above? + Yes + No 02 Do you have a minimum of two years of apprentice-level experience in at least one area of the construction trades such as, carpentry, concrete work, plumbing or electrical? + Yes + No 03 If you selected 'No' in question 2, do you have two years of coursework or related training in horticultural, groundskeeping, turf, natural resources field work or similar field may be substituted for one-year of experience. If yes, please explain. 04 Please describe your carpentry, concrete work, plumbing or electrical experience. 05 Describe your working experience in the repair, maintenance and installation of various water systems and electrical/mechanical systems. 06 Do you have experience in operating a backhoe tractor, front-end loader or related equipment. + Yes + No 07 Please describe your experience in operating a backhoe tractor, front-end loader or related equipment. 08 Are you willing and able to possess and maintain the following within 12 months of hire: • First Aid and CPR certification • Flagging and Traffic Control Certification + Yes + No 09 Do you have or are you willing to obtain a Washington State drivers license and provide a 3-year driving history prior to hire? + Yes + No 10 If you are requesting Veteran's Preference points, a completed Veterans Scoring Criteria Status Declaration is required along with a copy of your DD214. The required form is in the Selections Process section of the Job Posting. Check "YES" here if you are attaching a Veteran's Declaration form and DD214. + Yes + No Required Question Employer City of Bellingham Address 104 West Magnolia Street Bellingham, Washington, 98225 Phone 360-778-8228 Website http://www.cob.org/employment Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email