Utilities Maintenance Worker / Technician / Specialist - Sewer Facilities

Kitsap County • Poulsbo, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Kitsap County is seeking a skilled and dedicated maintenance professional to fill this essential role that serves as the backbone of our wastewater infrastructure operations. This position offers an outstanding opportunity to advance your career in utility operations and maintenance while making a lasting impact on environmental protection and public health throughout our community. You'll be stepping into a comprehensive wastewater treatment system that serves thousands of residents across four treatment plants and numerous pump stations, ready for hands-on expertise and mechanical proficiency to ensure its continued reliable operation. This role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge, equipment operation, facility maintenance, and environmental stewardship for an experienced professional ready to take the next step in their career. As a vital member of our wastewater operations team, you'll work across multiple facilities, managing everything from sophisticated treatment equipment to building infrastructure, while operating commercial vehicles and specialized machinery. This dynamic position provides exposure to diverse systems and technologies, offering continuous learning opportunities and the satisfaction of maintaining critical infrastructure that protects our waterways and community health.

Requirements

• Worker / Technician: Six (6) months of experience performing maintenance, mechanical work, utilities, construction, equipment operation, or a closely related field for the Worker level, or one (1) year of such experience for the Technician level.
• Experience should demonstrate the ability to safely perform physical labor, use tools and equipment, follow procedures, perform routine maintenance and repairs, and support field operations with increasing independence.
• Specialist: Three years of hands-on experience in maintenance, operations, or mechanical work in a related field, demonstrating proficiency with equipment repair, facility maintenance, and operational systems.
• Demonstrated ability to safely operate a wide range of small and large equipment including commercial trucks, heavy machinery, hydraulic systems, and specialized wastewater treatment equipment
• Strong working knowledge of hydraulic and power tools, material handling equipment, HVAC systems, building maintenance, and preventative maintenance procedures
• Capability to safely transport and manage hazardous materials including chemicals and biosolids in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Valid driver's license and must have or have the ability to obtain within 12 months of appointment, Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Aptitude for troubleshooting mechanical irregularities, responding to alarms, and making operational decisions to maintain continuous system functionality
• Proficiency in recording data, maintaining accurate maintenance logs, generating work orders, and communicating effectively with team members and supervisors
• Dedication to following safety protocols, conducting pre-trip vehicle inspections, and maintaining a safe work environment across all facilities and during hazardous material transport

Nice To Haves

• This position is part of an automatic progression series. Incumbents hired at the Technician level will progress to Specialist upon meeting the requirements for Specialist and demonstrating satisfactory work performance, without the need for reapplication or competitive selection.
• Employees who fail to obtain required certifications, licenses, or credentials, or who do not consistently demonstrate required performance and competencies, will not progress to the next classification. The department will take appropriate personnel action in accordance with county policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead facility maintenance and preservation efforts across all four wastewater treatment plants and associated pump and lift stations, ensuring optimal appearance and functionality through comprehensive landscaping, pressure washing, grounds maintenance, weed control, and tree and shrub management
• Execute complex facility repairs and improvements on critical infrastructure including HVAC systems, doors and locks, drywall, building siding, concrete structures, roofing systems, fences, gates, and drainage systems while installing and maintaining irrigation systems and biofilters
• Perform specialized coating and preservation work by preparing surfaces through sandblasting and needle gunning, then applying protective coating systems to mechanical equipment and painting buildings to extend asset life
• Respond to operational needs by monitoring SCADA alarms remotely, conducting operational checks, and providing routine maintenance on pumps, valves, gear mechanisms, motors, generators, blowers, boilers, and specialized wastewater treatment equipment including odor control, grit removal, aeration, solids processing, disinfection systems, and anaerobic digestion
• Monitor and document system performance by recording data from meters, gauges, level indicators, and alarms to track flow volumes, system pressures, fuel levels, lubrication, hazardous gases, and operational interruptions
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedules for Bioxide systems, generators, pumps, motors, lawn equipment, pressure washing equipment, and all gasoline, propane, and diesel-powered equipment while managing septic tank maintenance and vehicle pre-trip inspections
• Operate diverse heavy equipment and commercial vehicles including hydraulic/electric crane trucks, dump trucks, tandem axle and semi trucks, front-end loaders, forklifts, bucket trucks, chippers, trenchers, and specialized pumping equipment
• Transport and handle hazardous materials safely and in compliance with regulations, including diesel fuel, sodium hypochlorite, polymer, wastewater sludge, and biosolids for land application throughout the state
• Utilize maintenance management systems to document routine checks, generate work orders, prioritize repairs, improve operational efficiencies, and troubleshoot mechanical issues using both manual and computer-based programs

Benefits

• This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Covered under a collective bargaining agreement with Public Works Utilities - Local 589.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed