Installation Maintenance Worker

City of Seattle; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Seattle Department of Transportation seeks a motivated Bridge Maintenance Worker to support the maintenance and repair of the city's infrastructure. This role involves performing minor repairs, assisting skilled tradespeople, and managing inventory tasks. Join a passionate team dedicated to enhancing Seattle's transportation system while ensuring safety and compliance.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical and leave

Qualifications

• Two years of general construction or maintenance experience, or equivalent.
• Forklift Safety and Operations Certification preferred.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain and update computerized inventory systems.
• Coordinate jobs and ensure compliance with vendors.

Skills

Basic knowledge of maintenance practices

Inventory management

Mathematical calculations

Education

Two years of general construction or maintenance experience

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Join us in shaping Seattle’s streets!

At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), we don’t just move people—we connect communities, build safer streets, and create a more sustainable city. With a bold vision for the future, we’re tackling big challenges: making travel safer, cutting carbon emissions, and ensuring reliable, affordable transportation for everyone—no matter who they are or where they live.

Seattle is growing fast, and we’re growing with it. Thanks to a historic voter-approved $1.55 billion investment in transportation in 2024, we’re building sidewalks, fixing bridges, and improving transit connections to keep our city moving. We’re a team of problem solvers, planners, engineers, communicators, and field crews—bringing purpose-driven work to life. Now, we need passionate, innovative talent like you. Let’s build a Seattle that works for everyone—together!

SDOT’s Bridge Maintenance Team has a wonderful opportunity for a BridgeInstallation Maintenance Worker. Under general supervision, the Installation Maintenance Worker serves as a general worker with a background in trades who will perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance, supporting journey-level staff in their work on more complex responsibilities. Come help keep Seattle moving!

Maintenance and Installation:

• Perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment, fixtures, and building systems.
• Provide labor assistance to carpenters, plumbers, and electricians for installation, repair, and maintenance tasks.
• Construct wooden forms for concrete retaining walls, driveways, and transformer pads.
• Install, maintain, and repair benches, tables, bollards, pathway signs, office furniture, and equipment.
• Assist cement finishers by breaking up concrete, building forms, and performing other support duties.
• Read and interpret blueprints for maintenance and repair work.

Warehousing & Inventory Management:

• Receive, store, and issue a variety of equipment, materials, and supplies in a warehouse or storage area.
• Maintain and update computerized inventory systems, including data entry and stock tracking.
• Process requisitions, issue stock, and provide over-the-counter service or package and ship materials.
• Receive and inspect incoming stock, ensuring accuracy and quality of deliveries. • Assist in ordering and replenishing stock per department guidelines.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and overhead cranes.
• Salvage and recycle used parts and materials where applicable.
• Maintain a neat, orderly, and safe work environment in storage and maintenance areas.

General Responsibilities:

• Coordinate jobs and ensure compliance with vendors, contractors, and internal teams.
• Maintain accurate personnel, equipment, and maintenance records; prepare reports as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and workplace standards.
• Support department goals in promoting diversity and social justice.

Minimum Qualifications:

Two (2) years of general construction, maintenance, or warehousing experience, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the position duties.

Though not requirements, strong candidates will have some of the following experience or are able to describe comparable experience:

• Basic knowledge of maintenance and repair practices, inventory management, and warehousing operations.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, recordkeeping, and computer data entry.

Other Requirements:

• Valid Washington State Driver’s License.
• Forklift Safety and Operations Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in outdoor environments under various weather conditions.
• Some positions may require additional certifications, including crane operation or hazardous material handling.
• Standing, walking, bending, and lifting for extended periods.
• Handling and working with materials that may contain toxic or hazardous substances.
• Some positions require working evenings or irregular schedules.

Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.

Hiring Process

Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:

Completed NEOGOV online application.

Supplemental questionnaire responses.

Current résumé indicating relevant experience and education.

The full salary range for this position is $34.78 - $37.49 per hour.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and covered family-members/most employees-plans