Forest Maintenance Worker

Seattle Public Utilities Watershed Maintenance Division is seeking a Forest Maintenance Worker at our Cedar Falls Watershed (1-hour from Seattle)!

Forest Maintenance Workers are an integral part of Watershed Operations, an inclusive, adaptable team that is responsible for performing a variety of skills in forest road improvements and maintenance, reforestation, habitat restoration, and the building and maintenance of the watershed infrastructure. Successful candidates will enjoy working with their hands and a variety of equipment in an outdoor setting in varied climates and terrain in the Cascade Mountains. Be a part of this dynamic team and make a difference in the community!

Interested? Apply!

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people, environment, and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations. We deliver high quality, vital services, across four major lines of business: providing water, solid waste, drainage and wastewater services for Seattle residents and businesses. In addition, SPU provides drinking water for 1.5 million regional customers in Seattle and other municipalities. Our customers depend on us to deliver high quality, reliable, and cost-conscious utility services and to achieve the highest benefits possible for every investment we make.

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

• Build, maintain, install and repair wooden, steel, and concrete bridges, roads, culverts, fences, posts, and related facilities.
• Clear forest roads and facilities of brush and fallen timber by use of brush saws, chainsaws and other tools.
• Work closely with heavy equipment operators as a ground person, guiding excavation and assisting in grade preparations.
• Inspect watershed assets.
• Perform reforestation, stream restoration and habitat improvement activities.

Two years' experience in forestry, logging, road construction and maintenance, or closely related heavy outdoor work and at least two years of general construction experience (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Must be available to work all shifts, nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Required to work outdoors in all types of weather and terrain.
• Respond to emergency conditions resulting in overtime with little or no advance notices.

License and Certification

A Washington State Driver's License is required.

The full salary range for this position is $41.15 - $44.33 per hour.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:

Background Check

This hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

Pre-Placement Physical

SPU's safety program requires a pre-employment medical assessment as a condition of employment in this position.

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at our web page www.seattle.gov/util/.