Maintenance Aide II (Facilities) (Seasonal)

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for performing basic maintenance and physical labor associated with the Parks Facilities program area. Facilitates reservations and events; assists the public; performs lockup/security and custodial duties; conducts facility sanitation, inspections and reporting; collects trash/litter and recycling; and, performs basic repair and maintenance of structures, systems, equipment, furniture, fountains and fixtures. Work is performed as part of an assigned crew or independently after a period of training.

The Parks Operations Department currently has the followingseasonal positionsfor 2026:

• Maintenance Aide II (Facilities)- Seasonal: 1 position (Season runs April 1 to September 30)

At the City of Bellingham, we offer the following benefits that help you thrive in both your career and personal life.

• Six-Month Seasonal Positions:
  • 1 hour of Washington State paid sick leave accrued for every 40 hours worked
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Washington State Retirement plan (DRS) for retirement security
  • Upon union eligibility, paid holidays during employment period
  • This position is not eligible for benefits, except as required bylaw.

This position becomes represented by the Local 1937 bargaining unit after the completion of 1040 hours working an average of at least 12 hours per week, on an annual basis.You can find more details on ouremployment benefits page andlabor agreements page.

1. Assists with preparation and facilitation of Parks reservations and events, including set up and take down of a variety of basic equipment such as PA systems and athletic field equipment. Prepares facilities such as community buildings, picnic shelters and pavilions with commercial kitchens for scheduled activities, events, or reservations. Accommodates special requests such as water, electricity and movement of park furnishings.
2. Performs custodial activities in park restrooms and facilities. Empties trash containers, picks up litter, washes windows and performs other cleaning activities. Inspects and cleans park furniture such as picnic tables, benches, grills, and hard surfaces such as sports courts, sidewalks, roads, parking areas, and picnic shelter/pavilion flooring. Replaces paper products and restroom supplies daily.
3. Assists with scheduled maintenance and repairs. Performs basic repair to structures, furniture/fixtures, and systems involving carpentry, painting, and other building trade skills often in response to vandalism.
4. Performs lockup/security of park facilities. Answers inquiries and informs or advises the public of park rules, regulations and reservation policies within scope of authority, deferring to higher classified staff when necessary. May post notices on illegally parked vehicles as directed. Escalates issues to higher classified staff or Police Department for serious enforcement issues outside scope of responsibility.
5. Assists with illegal camp removal, removing trash and accumulated debris from camp sites.
6. Operates a variety of hand tools and power equipment, such as blowers, pressure washers, drills, generators, and chain saws.
7. Operates or assists in the operation of automotive equipment such as pickup trucks, small dump trucks, lift trucks, and other similar equipment as assigned.
8. Conducts daily visual inspection and maintains all assigned equipment. Maintains tools by cleaning and ensuring proper storage. Reports tool needs and concerns to Supervisor.

1. Logs information, completes work orders and paperwork required by supervisor.
2. Performs other related duties within the scope of the classification.

• Frequently communicate accurate information and ideas to others;
• Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions;
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate hand and power equipment safely and efficiently;
• Perform tasks requiring repetitive hand and arm movements;
• Work overhead for extended periods of time;
• Occasionally operate a computer and other office machinery such as a keyboard, mouse, phone, and computer;
• Traverse uneven terrain, working above ground, and inside, under and above equipment, buildings, facilities equipment in outdoor environments;
• Frequently transport objects weighing up to 50 lbs., including small equipment and supplies. Equipment and materials in excess of this weight are moved with assistance.

• Previous work experience in grounds and facilities maintenance or manual construction labor using manual and power tools and motorized equipment preferred.

• Employment contingent upon passing a criminal background check and child and vulnerable adult abuse records check (See Fair Hiring Practices below).
• Valid Washington State driver's license by the time of hire with proof of good driving record. A three-year driving abstract must be submitted prior to hire.
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule involving working evenings, weekends and holidays, as assigned.
• At least 18 years of age by time of hire.
• Verification of ability to work in the United States by date of hire.

**You are encouraged to print a copy of this job announcement for your reference as the process moves along**

Please ensure your application is complete and all required information has been provided. Standard completeness means all application fields (contact information, personal information, education, work experience, references, and supplemental questions). Application materials should comprehensively document your experience and skills related to the position responsibilities and experience/training requirements. As part of the City’s commitment to reducing bias in the hiring process, Human Resources redacts personally identifiable information for reviewers. Only the documents listed as required will be reviewed.

This is a continuous recruitment. Complete applications will be sent to the department for further review. The Parks Operations department will contact the top candidates to schedule interviews.

Equal Opportunity:

The City of Bellingham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its work force. We do not make decisions on the basis of an individual's race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, age (40+), disability, retaliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. All are encouraged to apply for employment.

Fair Hiring Practices

• The City provides individuals who have been arrested or convicted of a criminal offense an equal and fair opportunity to obtain employment.
• The City will not inquire about an applicant's criminal history until after a conditional job offer has been made.
• The City will disregard the prior arrest and conviction record of an otherwise qualified individual unless the offense is directly related to the job position for which the individual has applied.
• The City will notify an otherwise qualified applicant about a potentially disqualifying conviction and give the applicant an opportunity to submit information regarding the accuracy of the criminal records as well as evidence of mitigation or rehabilitation, as appropriate.