Public Works Maintenance Seasonal Day Laborer

Nature of Work

PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE SEASONAL DAY LABORER

$25.00/hour

The City of Everett Public Works Department is currently accepting applications for Seasonal Day Laborers. This employment is temporary (up to six months in duration). It is mandatory that the employee in this position contribute to the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System. This contribution is refundable upon the employees request at the completion of employment. These positions are not provided with City of Everett benefits.

NATURE OF WORK

This is unskilled work performing a variety of physical tasks relating to the maintenance and repair of city streets, storm drains, sewer and water systems. Duties may include, but are not limited to, grounds keeping, painting, errands, general cleaning, pick and shovel work, and assisting crews with routine or special projects. Grounds keeping may include the use of various equipment such as weedeater, pressure washer, hand and power lawn mowers and power hedge trimmer.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of safety precautions and the ability to identify hazards including electrical hazards.
• Ability to operate small hand and power tools and light equipment, autos and pickup trucks.
• Ability and willingness to follow verbal and written instructions and to keep accurate work records.
• Ability and willingness to establish and maintain effective working relations with supervisors, coworkers and the public.
• Ability and willingness to support diversity and multi-cultural understanding in the workplace.
• Ability and willingness to maintain a work environment free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation.
• Ability and willingness to be punctual and dependable.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible schedules, including, but not limited to, weekends and holidays.
• Ability and willingness to work safely and in compliance with city policies and standards.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Possession of a valid Washington State driver’s license

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Application materials may be accessed via https://www.everettwa.gov/careers. Completed applications must be submitted through the City’s online application system to be considered. INCOMPLETE, FAXED, OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Position Opens: June 5, 2026

Open Until Filled

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The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of work, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee and the ability to work regularly is a requirement for continued employment.