Nature of Work
Be a key player in ensuring our facilities are running smoothly! Join our team at the City of Bellingham's Public Works Department as a Facilities Maintenance Worker today!
The Facilities Maintenance Worker Series performs progressively responsible multi-discipline operational and maintenance work on assigned buildings, facilities and equipment. Operates and maintains heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment; steam and hydronic boilers; electrical distribution and lighting systems; electronic and computerized control systems; emergency power generation and distribution; mechanical systems and pneumatics. Performs plumbing, carpentry, flooring installation and repair, surface preparation and painting. Maintains outer envelope of buildings including roofing, siding, and windows. Conducts inspections on all building systems and recommends capital replacements and improvements. Installs and repairs modular office systems and furniture; assists in planning and implements moves for City departments. Works with Purchasing Division to write specifications and source supply.
All new hires start as Facilities Maintenance Worker I (Salary Grade 7, Step 1: $23.08/hour). This series is designed as a promotional opportunity based on years of experience and completion of City approved maintenance classes outlined in the job classification requirements below.
Facilities Maintenance Worker I: The full salary range for this position is $23.08/hour - $28.38/hour.
Facilities Maintenance Worker II: The full salary range for this position is $25.96/hour - $31.90/hour.
Facilities Maintenance Worker III: The full salary range for this position is $29.21/hour - $35.91/hour.
These positions are represented by a union. For external candidates, placement within the range is based on qualifications and professional experience in accordance with City policy. For internal candidates, placement within the range is based on City Pay Placement Procedures. Employees receive step increases annually in accordance with the Teamsters (Supervisory and Professional Unit) Collective Bargaining Agreement and City policy.
City of Bellingham employees receive medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as life insurance and long-term disability. Additional benefits include flexible spending accounts, a medical insurance opt-out program, and access to our employee assistance program. All eligible City employees are enrolled in a Washington State Department of Retirement Systems pension plan. Additionally, employees may elect to participate in the City’s 457 deferred compensation retirement savings plan.
Employees will receive 12 paid holidays in addition to one paid floating holiday each year. At the time of hire, employees will accrue 8 hours of sick leave and 10 hours of vacation per month. Vacation accruals increase based on years of service. 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.
For additional information regarding benefits and compensation information please visit the following:
Labor Agreements, Pay Schedules and E-Team Employee Handbook - City of Bellingham (cob.org)
Employment Benefits - City of Bellingham (cob.org)
Closing Date/Time: Mon. 03/18/2024 4:30 PM Pacific Time
To apply online go to: http://www.cob.org/employment