Maintenance Services Worker 1 - Solid Waste

Job Description

The City of Renton's Solid Waste Section is recruiting to fill a Maintenance Services Worker 1 vacancy. This position would be a good fit for someone that enjoys being outside in all types of weather. The work requires minimal supervision and provides opportunities for training and exposure to other street related duties.

The Maintenance Services Worker performs physically labor-intensive tasks in support of an assigned section within the Public Works Maintenance division. Work is performed independently and as part of a team. Tasks are completed with general guidelines and require some independent judgment. Contribute to the City's vision, mission, and goals in the performance of all job duties.

The City of Renton's Public Works Maintenance department enjoys a year around flexible schedule (starting as early as 6am with 9 / 80 and 4 / 10 schedules), van pool opportunities, free ORCA card, a $300 clothing allowance, and $205 boot allowance, and more!

• 2026 Salary range is posted on this job bulletin

Working for the City of Renton comes with an excellent benefits package, including :

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Street and Solid Waste Section

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EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS :

Flagging certificate

Confined Space / Competent Person Training

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Accommodation

Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing, or interview process may contact at least 2 days prior to the need.

Selection Procedure

The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high quality services to the community. For more information about the City of Renton, please visit the following website : Why Renton.

The City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including candidates' names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the screening of applications. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application.

Communication from the City of Renton :

We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from rentonwa.gov and / or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. We also communicate via text and encourage you to sign up for text alerts when completing your job application.

Recruitment Process :

The screening process will include a review of minimum qualifications and applicants selected for an interview will be invited via email to self-schedule a time through the Government Jobs account. At minimum, this position will be subject to a standard criminal background check and professional reference check. This position requires driving and is also subject to a driving record check from the WA State Dept. of Licensing (or other state equivalent). Driving records will be evaluated based on a points system depending on the infraction and severity.