Senior Maintenance & Operations Specialist - Surface Water

B Townblog; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Tukwila is seeking a Surface Water - Senior Maintenance and Operations Specialist to lead highly specialized maintenance, inspections and repair of municipal stormwater and drainage systems. The role supports flood prevention and water quality goals under the Water Superintendent.

Ideal candidates are motivated, credible, and capable of coordinating field work, implementing spill response, and serving as a lead on projects while maintaining safety and compliance in a multicultural

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 3 years of surface water maintenance/operations experience.
• Valid Driver's License with CDL endorsements.
• Flagging Card; First Aid and CPR certification.
• Waste Water Certificate II or equivalent licensing within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance, safety inspections, and testing of facilities, equipment, and systems requiring specialized knowledge.
• Follows troubleshooting procedures to determine malfunction cause and repair needs.
• Maintains records, reports, and notes, and assist with project reviews.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs specialized equipment and instruments.
• Directs traffic, coordinates materials, and ensures safety during maintenance tasks.
• Lead worker on projects, including planning, scheduling, and assigning work.

Skills

Maintenance

Inspection

Troubleshooting

Safety

Customer service

Communication

Record keeping

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

3 years surface water maintenance experience

Job description

Surface Water - Senior Maintenance and Operations Specialist

The City of Tukwila is seeking a Surface Water - Senior Maintenance and Operations Specialistin the Public Works Department. The Senior Maintenance and Operations Specialist performs highly specialized, journey level activities in area of assignment and serves as a lead on projects.

Under the general supervision of the Water Superintendent, this position will assist in maintaining and repairing municipal stormwater and drainage systems to prevent flooding and protect local water quality. The ideal candidate should be highly motivated, well rounded, and knowledgeable in managing storm water and protecting surface waters with the ability to effectively work in a multicultural workplace with a diverse customer base.

About Tukwila

The City of Tukwila is 9.6 square miles of opportunity and a dynamic place to work. The population is over 22,000 at night and up to 150,000+ during the day. Tukwila shares borders with the Cities of Seattle, Renton, SeaTac, Burien, and Kent. Its central location lies in the heart of the Puget Sound region, sitting 12 miles south of downtown Seattle, 17miles north of downtown Tacoma, and just east of SeaTac Airport. It is easily accessed by I-5 and I-405 or via either of Tukwila's two train stations, the Sounder Station or the Sound Transit Light Rail Station.

Our Mission:

To provide superior services that support a safe, inviting, healthy environment for our residents, businesses and guests.

Our Values:

Caring– We support the diverse community we serve with compassion, empathy and kindness.

Professional– We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards and act with integrity and transparency. We are respectful and courteous with all.

Responsive– We are timely and effective in the delivery of great customer service. We continually strive to find innovative ways to improve.

About the Public Works Department:

Public Works provides the foundation for high quality of life in Tukwila by protecting the health and safety of residents, visitors, and businesses. The Department is responsible for design, construction, operations, and maintenance of the City's essential transportation, water, sewer, and surface water infrastructure. Public Works also supports other divisions through the management and maintenance of the City's vehicles and facilities assets.

Salary Range:

$7,085.00 - $8,611.00 per month.
Note:We don’t typically hire at the top of the range. This position is represented by Teamsters 763

Veteran’s Preference

Veteran's Preference is available in accordance with state laws. Attach DD214 or NGB Form 22 for eligibility.

Selection Process

TheCity of Tukwila is an equal opportunity employer and strives to employ a diverse workforce reflective of the community it serves. Qualified applicants with multicultural experience and/or backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

This selection process may include but is not limited to evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, testing, and interviewing. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at [e-mail]. This recruitment is open and continuous until filled, with a first review of candidates on September 8, 2026.

• Performs maintenance, safety inspections, and testing of facilities, equipment, and systems requiring specialized knowledge in order to determine normal operating parameters.
• Follows specialized troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to determine malfunction cause and repair needs of systems and equipment, to include determining whether to repair, replace, or upgrade components and systems.
• Evaluates performance of assigned field, to include compiling information and analyzing the effectiveness of service delivery; develops and maintains a variety of reports, records, and notes; may assist with review of plans and specifications for construction projects and attends pre-construction meetings when applicable.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs specialized equipment and instruments.
• Responds to inquiries, complaints, and service requests for assigned field.
• Directs and controls traffic, to include placing traffic cones and signs; flagging traffic; and closing lanes and streets.
• Coordinates the availability of materials and equipment for service and maintenance requirements.
• Maintains reasonable, predictable, and regular attendance during the standard work week.
• Inventories supplies and makes minor purchases as needed.
• Serves as a lead worker to skilled staff or on projects, to include planning, scheduling, and assigning work projects.
• Spill response and clean up, and training employees in the proper use of spill response supplies;
• Inspect a variety of public and private surface water infrastructure to ensure compliance with maintenance schedules and code;
• Assist in stream and surface water quality monitoring and illicit discharge tracking and detection.
• Performs duties as Acting Maintenance and Operations Foreman as required.

KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):

• Terminology, methods, materials, practices, and techniques in area of assignment;
• Maintenance and repair methods and techniques in area of assignment;
• Occupational hazards present, and safety precautions applicable to area of assignment;
• Tools and equipment used in area of assignment;
• Confined Space safety regulations;
• Laws and regulations applicable to assigned area; and
• Troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures related to systems maintained
• Codes, laws, regulations, and ordinances governing surface water systems; and
• Sediment and erosion control techniques.

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

• Performing skilled and highly specialized maintenance and inspection activities related to area of assignment;
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing equipment;
• Using electronic instruments and hand and power tools;
• Applying customer service techniques;
• Establishing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels and with the public;
• Communication, both oral and written, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction;
• Working independently at times with little supervision, exercising initiative and sound judgment;
• Using computers and related software applications; and
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and three years of specialized maintenance or operations experience in area of Surface Water; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

• Valid Driver's License with applicable Commercial Driver License endorsements;
• Flagging Card; and
• First Aid and CPR certification;
• Waste Water Certificate II within 6 months of hire.
• Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead within 6 months of hire.

Note: This position may require additional licensing such as Waste Water Certificate II, Water Manager II, Certified Erosion & Sediment Control Lead.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, mobility, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.