Maintenance Technician I/II

City of Bainbridge Island; Bainbridge Island (WA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Bainbridge Island is seeking Maintenance Technician I or II to perform maintenance and repair work for city streets and facilities. The role may involve cross-training to different areas and requires timely response to safety hazards and emergencies.

Work hours are typically daytime with on-call responsibilities; CDL requirements apply for certain roles, and the city emphasizes equal opportunity and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Maintenance Technician I: one year of residential or commercial construction, maintenance or repair experience.
• Maintenance Technician II: three years of residential or commercial construction, maintenance or repair experience.
• OR a combination of experience, education and training that would provide the level of knowledge and ability required.

Responsibilities

• Reports safety hazards and equipment problems to ensure safety.
• Operates heavy equipment such as back hoe, excavator, dump truck.
• Maintains streets, sidewalks, curbs and related infrastructure.
• Performs vegetation maintenance and grounds work.
• Responds to emergency snow and ice control operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Public works

Safety procedures

Manual labor

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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The completeness of your application is a factor in determining which candidates advance to the next phase of our recruitment process.

Open until filled. Cutoff for first review of applications: 8 am, September 28, 2026. Applications received after this cutoff may not be reviewed.

This position will be filled as either Maintenance Technician I or Maintenance Technician II, depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

• Asphalt, sidewalk or street maintenance;
• Vegetation maintenance;
• Heavy equipment operation; and/or
• Public sector, residential or commercial construction;

While every day may be different, in terms of the planned work, the constant is the dependable high performance and dedication to quality public service. Our employees demonstrate this commitment through their work efforts, their interactions with the public and their support for each other. A positive attitude and a willingness to learn are key characteristics for success in Public Works.

Maintenance Technicians perform operation, construction, maintenance and repair work for the City's streets and facilities and may be cross trained to work in one or more areas as required.

• Maintenance Technician I: entry level position responsible for performing routine work.
• Maintenance Technician II: skilled, journey level position responsible for performing more complex work.

About the City of Bainbridge Island

The City of Bainbridge Island is a vibrant community with small-town feel, 52 miles of scenic shoreline and densely forested areas. Our employees are the most important asset in preserving and enhancing the special character of the Island, and in responding to the community's needs. The City provides competitive salaries, outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities.

• Reports safety hazards, traffic problems, equipment problems and emergency situations.
• Operates a variety of heavy equipment, including but not limited to back hoe, excavator, dump truck, front end loader, bucket truck, chipper, water truck, and snow removal equipment.
• Operates a variety of specialized equipment, depending on work assignment.
• Performs difficult manual labor and technical troubleshooting under adverse physical and environmental conditions for extended periods of time.
• Performs field work as assigned; reports safety hazards, traffic problems, equipment problems and emergency situations.
• Maintains, repairs and constructs streets infrastructure and facilities including pavement surfaces, road shoulders, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and gravel roads.
• Maintains, repairs and constructs grounds infrastructure and facilities vegetation, including playgrounds, trails, parks and streetscapes.
• Performs vegetation control including roadside mowing, overhead trimming and storm debris clean up.
• Performs pavement maintenance including crack sealing, , pothole repair, full depth asphalt repairs, and shoulder grading.
• Provides construction support for infrastructure as assigned.
• Implements traffic control plans to maintain work zone safety and regulatory compliance.
• Resolves customer complaints.
• Performs emergency snow and ice control operations.
• Maintains timely and regular attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent;
• Maintenance Technician I: one year of residential or commercial construction, maintenance or repair experience;
• Maintenance Technician II: three years of residential or commercial construction, maintenance or repair experience;
• OR a combination of experience, education and training that would provide the level of knowledge and ability required.

Knowledge of:

• City organization, operations, policies and procedures.
• Principles, methods, tools, equipment and materials used in the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of facilities, rights-of-way, streets, and surface and stormwater drainage systems.
• Occupational health hazards and standard safety practices and procedures.
• Applicable local, state and federal laws, codes and regulations pertaining to assigned area.
• Principles of construction and heavy and specialized equipment operation.
• Basic arithmetic and basic computer operations.
• Traffic rules, regulations and flow patterns.

Ability to:

• Safely and proficiently operate machines, tools, equipment, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of City infrastructure.
• Perform heavy manual labor for long periods of time in a variety of weather conditions.
• Operate heavy and specialized equipment.
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Respond to emergency calls within one hour when assigned on-call responsibilities.
• Perform after-hours assignments as directed.
• Quickly grasp new techniques, deal with rapid changes in priorities and remain calm and effective in difficult situations.
• Work independently or as a team member to meet required schedules and deadlines.
• Support and model the identified vision, values and behaviors of the organization.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

License and Certification Requirements

For both Maintenance Technician I and Maintenance Technician II:

• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check is required.
• First Aid/CPR certification is required within twelve months of employment.
• Washington State Traffic Control Flagger's certification is required within twelve months of employment.
• Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CECSL) certificate is required within twelve months of employment.
• CDL holders must pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and subsequent random drug and alcohol tests.

Additional requirements for Maintenance Technician I:

• Class A Washington State commercial driver's license (CDL) is required within twelve months of employment.

Additional requirements for Maintenance Technician II:

• Class A Washington State commercial driver's license (CDL) is required at hire.

Working Conditions

The regular work schedule is generally Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 4 pm, with a day off every other week (9/80 schedule). The employee must be able to work on-call for emergency response outside of the normal work schedule on an assigned, rotating basis. Work is performed indoors and outdoors and may be performed alone or as a member of a team. Work may require frequent contact with other City departments and the general public. Work may be performed under scheduled routine conditions or unscheduled emergency conditions for extended periods of time. Work may be performed under adverse conditions, at night and/or during inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to safety hazards, and may be required to use dangerous tools and equipment and affiliated personal protective equipment. This position is not eligible for telework; the City will consider any requests to work remotely as a disability accommodation.

Physical Requirements

The employee in this job classification must have the overall stamina and ability to perform strenuous physical activity, including the ability to climb, bend and work in tight or confined areas. The employee must be able stand or walk for long periods of time, traverse rough terrain and work in or over water. The employee may be required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, climb ladders and work at heights up to 50 feet, and enter manholes and work at depths up to 20 feet. The employee must be able hear alarms and have the ability to audibly identify the presence of a danger or hazard. Accurate vision including good color and depth perception are essential. Good hand eye coordination is required. Corrective lenses may be utilized. The employee may be required to use a computer keyboard which requires repetitive motion tasks.

Additional Salary Details

Maintenance Technician I: the salary range is $31.85-39.94 per hour. The hiring range is $31.85-$35.67 per hour. Step increases are attained annually based on satisfactory performance.

Maintenance Technician II: the salary range is $38.53-$48.34 per hour. The hiring range is $38.53-$43.14 per hour. Step increases are attained annually based on satisfactory performance.

The City of Bainbridge Island is an equal opportunity employer. All employees and candidates for employment will be recruited, selected, trained, promoted, compensated and, if necessary, disciplined or terminated without regard to sex/gender, race, national origin, religion, creed, color, marital status, veteran status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law.