Entry-Level Streets & Parks Maintenance Technician

City of Marysville, WA; Marysville (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Marysville, WA is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Worker to perform basic duties related to the installation, inspection, maintenance, repair, and servicing of municipal parks, grounds, facilities, and infrastructure.

Work includes assisting senior staff, operating hand and power tools, and performing routine maintenance on utilities and equipment, with emphasis on safety and reliability. The position includes outdoor work in various weather conditions and a standard day schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to obtain WA driver’s license within one month of hire.
• First aid and CPR certifications within six months of hire.
• Flagger certification within six months of hire.
• One year of related experience in parks, grounds, facilities, streets, or utilities maintenance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Installs, inspects, maintains, repairs, and services municipal utilities, facilities or equipment as assigned.
• Assists senior employees with operation of maintenance equipment (weed eaters, hedge trimmers, backpack blower, mowers ≤60 inches).
• Assists with traffic control, flagging, and work zone setup for crew protection.
• May be assigned to other divisions during peak workloads or emergencies.
• Accepts guidance and feedback from others.
• Assists in pothole patching, utility cut, paving, and street overlay (shoveling asphalt, raking, hand compaction).
• Performs right-of-way maintenance (cutting grass/brush, weed-eating, sign posts, cleaning signs).

Skills

Maintenance basics

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Lift heavy objects

Education

High school diploma or GED

WA Driver’s License

First aid and CPR certifications

Flagger certification

Tools

Weed eaters

Hedge trimmers

Backpack blower

Mowers (≤60 in)

Job description

The City of Marysville, WA is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Worker to perform basic duties related to the installation, inspection, maintenance, repair, and servicing of municipal parks, grounds, facilities, and infrastructure.

Work includes assisting senior staff, operating hand and power tools, and performing routine maintenance on utilities and equipment, with emphasis on safety and reliability. The position includes outdoor work in various weather conditions and a standard day schedule.