Construction & Maintenance Worker II (Arborist & Pesticide/Herbicide)

Parks & Public Facilities

Division

Parks & Facilities

• The wage for this position is set by the IUOE Collective Bargaining Agreement, starting at Step B: $35.63 hourly.
• Position Salary Range: $35.63 - 40.38 hourly
• THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
• *PLEASE ENSURE YOU MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (BELOW) BEFORE APPLYING.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under the direction of the assigned supervisor or designee, performs a variety of skilled tasks in the construction and maintenance of City parks, grounds and facilities; performs all essential job functions of the Construction & Maintenance Worker I and Laborer, and must work with others in areas outside of one’s primary specialties, to include skilled cross training to others. Subject to after-hours and weekend work as assigned.

Click HERE to review the full job description for this position. See specialties in job description for Arborist & Pesticide/Herbicide.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Final selection will be based on overall qualifications, interview process, background/reference check, and pre-employment physical commensurate to the position, to include DOT drug & alcohol screening.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have a minimum of four (4) years of direct experience involving increasingly responsible experience in the construction and maintenance of parks, grounds and facilities and a minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in each specialty designated at the time of the posting, and an ability to demonstrate functional knowledge in both specialties. Selection of two of the following specialties will be based on business need for current and future specialties: Arborist, Carpentry, Equipment Operator, Irrigation, Plumbing & Mechanical or Pesticide/Herbicide. (Primary: Arborist / Secondary: Pesticide/Herbicide)

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver’s license upon hire date.
• Valid Class “B” CDL upon hire date.
• Valid ISA Arborist Certification within six (6) months of hire date.
• Valid Washington State Pesticide/Herbicide license upon hire date.
• Successfully pass a background, reference check and pre-employment physical (DOT Drug/Alcohol, if applicable).

WE ARE RICHLAND

At the City of Richland, your work makes a difference every day. From maintaining essential services to enhancing our community, you’ll be part of a team that values teamwork, integrity and excellence in what we do.

With a strong sense of purpose, great benefits, and a commitment to growth, we are building a community we’re proud to serve.

RICHLAND REWARDS - SUPPORTING THOSE WE SERVE

Summary of City of Richland benefits for IUOE affiliated staff (union-represented employees)

Regular Full-Time Employee Benefits

• Excellent preferred provider plan with a substantial City-paid contribution
• City-paid dental and vision plans
• City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employees annual salary)
• City-paid Long-term Disability Insurance
• Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 4% City-match (base pay) deferred compensation plan 457
• Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
• City-paid and Employee-paid Retirement Health Savings Plan
• Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual Rates

**Rates subject to change based upon collective bargaining agreement (CBA). See CBA for eligibility requirements. For 2025-2027 IUOE CBA, rates are as follows:

Years of Continuous Service**Hours Per Month**

0-9: 20.17

10-15: 22.17

16-20: 24.17

20+: 26.17

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diversified work force. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), martial or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided for participation in the application and selection process, if requested. Persons with a disability who need assistance must notify the Human Resources Department about the accommodation needed at the time of application and prior to the closing date by calling (509) 942-7392.

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