Utility Worker I - Aquatic Center

Make sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of being considered for an interview Read the complete job description below. Summary This posting may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates for the Utility Worker I Parks Division during the following six months. Join Our Team at the Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center! We are seeking a dedicated Utility Worker I - Aquatic Center to help maintain our premier facility and deliver exceptional customer service during exciting events and programs. Unlike traditional custodial roles, this position focuses on keeping the Aquatic Center sparkling clean and welcoming for all visitors. You'll be responsible for a variety of tasks, including litter management, floor care, restroom maintenance, cleaning windows and doors, and setting up and tearing down for events. If you have experience in custodial work and a passion for creating a positive environment, we want you on our team! Apply today and be part of an energetic group that supports our community while ensuring a top-notch experience at the King County Aquatic Center in Federal Way, WA!About the Team:The Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center (WKCAC), a legacy venue from the 1990 Seattle Goodwill Games, stands as one of the premier natatoriums in the nation, featuring both diving and swimming complexes. Renowned for hosting the 2000 and 2012 Olympic Diving Trials, it is also the home of the PAC-12 Swimming and Diving Championships and will host the 2025 NCAA Swimming Championships. With one of the most active competition schedules in the country, WKCAC features all-day events, including high-profile televised national and international competitions that significantly enhance King County's reputation. Beyond its competitive offerings, the facility welcomes the public for team training, lap swims, family swims, and swimming lessons, while also providing a banquet hall for weddings, parties, and corporate events.Discover More About the Parks Division atFacebook, Twitter, Instagram and Flickr. Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As the Utility Worker I - Aquatic Center you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at now for a rewarding career at the Parks Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities. Job Duties Perform heavy-duty cleaning and related maintenance work during highly participated sporting events and banquet hall functions. Clean and maintain stadium seats, concourses, corridors, stairways, rooms, and large gathering spaces. Safeguard exterior sidewalks, patios, and stairwells; using blowers and pressure washers as needed.Perform high volume trash management, recycling, and compost. Clean, sanitize, and maintain large public restrooms, locker rooms, fixtures, and surface areas throughout the facility, to include properly responding to spills and biohazardous incidents.Complete work assignments efficiently using initiative, problem-solving skills, and good judgment. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualifications You Bring: Demonstrated experience with basic janitorial cleaning techniques and cleaning products/chemicals.Experience in the use and care of cleaning equipment such as a floor scrubber, floor buffer, and other applicable cleaning equipment.Knowledge of risk management principles and safety practices (for example: MSDS, chemical safety, personal protective equipment (PPE), preventative training, etc).Capable of engaging and building relationships with individuals from diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds, while effectively working both independently and as part of a team.Computer proficient to complete timesheets, read and respond to email, and perform some administrative tasks.Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Competencies You Bring: Action oriented and takes on new opportunities and challenges with a sense of energy and enthusiasm.Values differences by recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to a project. Optimizes work processes by knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Interpersonal savvy with the ability to relate openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.Required Licenses: American Red Cross First Aid, CPR & AED for the Professional RescuerBloodborne Pathogens & Preventing Disease TransmissionIf you do not possess these certifications at the time of hire, you must obtain them within 90 days of hire.It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:Experience working in, on, or around pools. Experience working competitive athletics events. Supplemental Information Working Conditions:Work Location:This position is located at King County Aquatics Center, 650 SW Campus Dr., Federal Way, WA 98023Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. The work schedule is Thursday - Tuesday 11 AM - 9:30 PM. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. Union Representation: This position is represented by Service Employees International Union, Local 925.Physical Requirement: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Application and Selection Process:We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. To apply, submit a complete application. However, please be aware that cover letters, resumes and other documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Crystal Yost at our website, explore aninteractive mapof our recent accomplishments and check us out atFacebook, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram, YouTubeand Keeping King County Green News. Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest.Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) EmployerNo person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. 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.To ApplyIf you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. PDN-9d61b9c2-d7cb-4502-bcaf-cde488bb3922

Created: 2024-11-02