Salary : $86,144.40 - $109,531.38 Annually
Location : Bothell Operation Center: 21233 20th Ave. SE, Bothell, WA
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Job Number: 26-00257
Department: Public Works
Division: Maintenance and Operations - Street
Opening Date: 06/23/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Description Please note: Application may not be accepted if it is incomplete. Adding your resume and/or cover letter in lieu of the application may not be accepted as well.
The City of Bothell is seeking a
Public Works Maintenance Specialist to join the Streets Division. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the City's landscapes, parks, rights-of-way, and public spaces through vegetation management, landscape maintenance, and construction activities. We are looking for a skilled professional who values safety, demonstrates strong leadership and teamwork, and takes pride in delivering excellent service to the community.
Recruitment information: - The first round of application will be reviewed on Tuesday, July 7th 5:00 pm
- Default schedule will be the following: Mondays-Thursdays (4/10) every Friday off (6:00 am - 4:30 pm)
What will you do in this position?- Perform landscape maintenance and construction tasks, including formal landscaping, vegetation management, irrigation repair, troubleshooting, and tree pruning.
- Inspect worksites, identify maintenance needs, and determine appropriate methods, materials, and equipment to complete projects efficiently.
- Safely operate specialized tools and equipment while following City, State, Federal, and Public Works safety standards; recognize and report hazards and equipment issues.
- Train and support staff, promote teamwork and cross-training, and provide professional customer service to residents, contractors, and City employees.
- Build positive relationships between the City of Bothell and the community through courteous, cooperative interactions and adherence to City policies, goals, and priorities.
A successful candidate in this position will:- Have the ability to earn International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist certification within one year of employment if certification is not held at the time of hire.
- Learn and adapt to new tools and systems with ease to support work efficiency.
- Communicate clearly, respectfully, and professionally across a variety of settings.
- Quickly identify challenges and apply logical, evidence-based approaches to resolve them.
- Consistently deliver accurate, high-quality work with attention to detail.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships across departments and disciplines.
- Understand and respond to the needs of customers and the community with empathy.
- Demonstrate reliability, consistency, and a strong work ethic.
To read the full job description and review the minimum qualifications, .
Why Bothell?
Bothell offers a career-enriching opportunity to apply your skills and experience in a way that has a positive effect on the community. We encourage professional growth and for employees to "think outside the box". We value work-life balance and provide paid vacation and sick leave benefits.
We offer ample time off, including 11 paid holidays as well as 2 personal holidays. As an employee, you have access to a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision for you and your family. We also offer life and disability insurance, state pension and deferred compensation for retirement.AFSCME employees with approved second-language proficiency will receive a 2% pay premium throughout their employment.Commute trip reduction, alternative work schedules, flexible work environment, and hybrid work options are available when appropriate. The City of Bothell creates an environment that supports wellness practices which enhance the quality of life for City employees and encourage and incentivize participation in an employee wellness program. As a result, the City is a recipient of the Association of Washington Cities WellCity Award.
For a general listing of City of Bothell's benefits, click on the following link
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Do you have a valid Driver's License?
- I have a valid Washington State Driver's License.
- I have a valid Driver's License from another state.
- I do not have a valid Driver's License.
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How many years of experience do you have as a Public Works Maintenance?
- No experience
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years or more years
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Do you currently have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or Class B with tanker endorsement?
- Yes, Class A with tanker endorsement
- Yes, Class B with tanker endorsement
- Yes, both Class A and B with tanker endorsement
- No
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Do you have a Washington Traffic Control Flagger card?
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Do you hold an ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) Certified Arborist certification?
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What tree pruning / removal equipment have you use?
- Hand pruners
- Hedge trimmers
- Wood Chipper
- Bucket truck / Aerial Lift
- Chain Saw
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I certify that all statements above are true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that false statements will be sufficient cause for removal from the hiring process and/or termination.
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