Utility Worker I

King-County,-W; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical

Dental

Pension system

Job summary

King County is hiring an Utility Worker I to perform a wide range of light maintenance, groundskeeping, and basic equipment operation across several locations in the Seattle area.

Ideal candidates have related experience, reliable attendance, and the ability to work with others in a team. The position is full-time, benefits-eligible, and includes paid leave and retirement participation.

Qualifications

• Experience performing physical tasks in a related role.
• Reliable attendance and dependability.
• Basic knowledge of using and caring for tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain various areas including interiors, exteriors, landscapes, parking areas and vehicles.
• Operate power tools including pressure washers.
• Maintain daily logs and complete work requests.
• Load and drive dump and box trucks.
• Assist in minor maintenance and repairs to facilities, grounds and structures.
• Move office furniture and set up meeting rooms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Physical tasks

Attendance reliability

Tools & equipment

Team collaboration

Job description

Position Overview

The Building Services Section in King County's Facilities Management Division (FMD) is seeking to fill an immediate Utility Worker I vacancy and establish an eligibility list for future opportunities. The Utility Worker team is responsible for a wide variety of maintenance and equipment operation duties not associated with journey-level work in any skilled trade. This role involves working with a variety of people in a variety of locations; no two days are the same! Our ideal applicant is someone that has some experience in light maintenance, landscaping, grounds cleaning, operating hand tools and wants to grow in our organization. This role is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door with county government. We highly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

Work Hours & Locations

• Standard workweek: 40 hours, Monday - Friday.
• Hours: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
• Locations: multiple locations including downtown Seattle and the Kent area.

Employment Type & Terms

• Career Service (CS) positions are full-time, comprehensive benefits eligible, including retirement, and are considered permanent after successful completion of a 6-month probation period.
• Term-limited Temporary (TLT) positions are "at will" but are full-time and eligible for comprehensive benefits. TLT positions may be eligible for retirement benefits.

Pay & Benefits

• This role offers a generous benefits package including Paid Time off, Medical, Dental, and participation into the Pension system.
• Career Service (CS) positions are full-time, comprehensive benefits eligible, including retirement, and are considered permanent after successful completion of a 6-month probation period.
• Term-limited Temporary (TLT) positions are "at will" but are full-time and eligible for comprehensive benefits. TLT positions may be eligible for retirement benefits.

Job Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain a variety of areas, including building and/or bus shelter interiors and exteriors, surrounding landscapes, parking areas and vehicles.
• Operate power tools including pressure washers.
• Maintain daily logs and complete work requests on assignments.
• Load and drive various types of trucks including dump and box trucks.
• Assist in performing minor maintenance and repairs to facilities, grounds and structures, including periodic preventive maintenance and inspection, and repairs resulting from vandalism and emergencies.
• Lift, carry, move office furniture and equipment using moving equipment as well as manually.
• Set up meeting rooms as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Candidate qualifications

• Previous work experience performing physical tasks in a capacity related to this position.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.
• Knowledge of the basic use and care of tools and equipment. Ability to get along and work effectively with others in the team. Basic knowledge of building craft and mechanical trades.
• Knowledge of safety procedures.
• Ability to take direct orders, work assignment and communicate effectively with the supervisor.

Necessary Requirements

• Candidates must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License.
• Driving is a regular job function of this position - a five year Washington State Complete Driver's Abstract will be required.
• Final appointment is contingent upon acceptable driving history, successfully passing the fingerprint based criminal history check, and a pre-employment physical examination.

Additional Position Information

• This position is non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible.
• Standard workweek: 40 hours, Monday - Friday.
• Hours: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
• This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union, Local 925.
• This role offers a generous benefits package including Paid Time off, Medical, Dental, and participation into the Pension system.
• Work might be performed in multiple locations, including downtown Seattle and the Kent area.
• This position is designated as a FIRST RESPONDER in the event of a proclaimed emergency. Meaning this position has a role in emergency response and is responsible for the protection and preservation of life, property, evidence, environment and/or restoration of order.

Contact and Support

For any questions regarding this opportunity, please reach out to Sarah McCauley at [e-mail].

About King County

King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values and visit our Why work at King County page.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice.

Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.