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Shop Aide

Skagit County

Skagit County

Burlington, WA, USA
USD 16.66-16.66 / hour
Posted on Jul 31, 2025

Summary

Cleans and details County vehicles and construction equipment. Performs cleanup work for the Skagit County Vehicle Maintenance Shop. Assists mechanics with projects as needed.

Salary upon hire is $16.66/hour.
The Shop Aide is Range A of the General (Non-Union) salary schedule.

Essential Functions

Must keep the Vehicle Maintenance Shop clean by keeping the floors clean, emptying garbage cans and cleaning and storing shop tools and equipment.
Detail vehicles and equipment inside and out.
Steam clean heavy construction machinery
Pick up parts locally and down south (Seattle, Kent areas)
Deliver vehicles back to County departments after they have been serviced or repaired
Assist mechanics with projects as needed

Supervisory:
None

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
May be tasked with performing related duties. Related duties as required are duties that may not be specifically listed in the position description, but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's classification of work

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical path to obtain the required qualifications would be:

  • Valid Washington state driver’s license

Requires knowledge of:
  • Cleaning tools and shop equipment, including hoist

Requires the ability to:
  • Work with other mechanics in a shop environment
  • Operate County vehicles

Licenses and/or Certifications:
Valid Washington state driver’s license

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work is performed in the shop or outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Work week will consist of: Two (2) to three (3) hours per day (3:00 PM – 6:00 PM), 5 days per week (Monday through Friday).
Work requires standing, bending, crawling, climbing, lifting up to 75 pounds, and sufficient manual dexterity and strength to operate tools and equipment.

Hazards:
Work is performed in and around the Shop. There is exposure to noise, dust, fumes, lubricants and cleaning chemicals. Physical hazards from equipment may be present.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS:
Following review of applications and resumes, the highest qualified applicants will be interviewed and may be tested. After a selection is made, all applicants not selected will be notified in writing. Skagit County reserves the right to use applications received for this posting to fill any other positions within this classification which may open within six months following the closing of this position.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Skagit County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

It is the policy of Skagit County to follow all federal and state laws to ensure non-discrimination in its employment practices.

American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Notice: Individuals, who need an ADA accommodation to complete the application, test or interview process, please call: (360) 336-9433.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this position, 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. Changes to the position description may be made at the discretion of the employer.