Parks Maintenance Worker Part Time (30 hrs per week)

This City of Tukwila is in search of a part-time Parks Maintenance Worker (.75). The Parks Maintenance Worker maintains public parks landscapes and facilities to ensure they are safe clean and operational; includinglandscaping mowing planting maintaining irrigation systems cleaning restrooms repairing playground equipment removing litter and operating machinery.

About the City:

The City of Tukwila is 9.6 square miles of opportunity and a dynamic place to work. The population is over 22000 at night and up to 150000 during the day. Tukwila shares borders with the Cities of Seattle Renton SeaTac Burien and Kent. Its central location lies in the heart of the Puget Sound region sitting 12 miles south of downtown Seattle 17 miles north of downtown Tacoma and just east of SeaTac Airport. It is easily accessed by I-5 and I-405 or via either of Tukwilas two train stations the Sounder Station or the Sound Transit Light Rail Station.

Our Values

All potential team members are evaluated on the following values:

Caring We support the diverse community we serve with compassion empathy and kindness.

Professional We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards and act with integrity and transparency. We are respectful and courteous with all.

Responsive We are timely and effective in the delivery of great customer service. We continually strive to find innovative ways to improve.

About the Department

The City of Tukwilas Parks and Recreation Department is home to 159 acres of parks 12 miles of trails Foster Golf Links and the Tukwila Community Center. The department develops and maintains parks and facilities and offers a wide range of recreational events programs and services for all ages.

We are currently accepting applications for a Parks Maintenance Worker in the Parks and Recreation Department. The Parks Maintenance Worker is a part time position and will perform routine tasks and is also responsible for doing park rounds ensuring the sites are neat and tidy.

Why Choose the City of Tukwila

• Competitive salary with annual step increases.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical dental and vision plans plus a retirement pension plan.
• Flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends as needed.

Salary Range:
$31.20 - $37.93 per hour. This position is represented by the Teamsters 763.
Note:We dont typically hire at the top of the range.

How to Apply

Initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the education and work experience section of your application in order to be considered for this position you MUST apply on-line and complete the entire application. Please include related experience or any other additional work or volunteer experience or as a training associate in grounds keeping turf landscaping or pesticide applications.

Veterans Preference

Veterans Preference is available in accordance with state laws. Attach DD214 or NGB Form 22 for eligibility.

Selection Process

• Performs a variety of manual semi-skilled and routine maintenance activities in the care and upkeep of City parks open spaces landscaped areas and recreational facilities.
• Operates and maintains a variety of hand tools power tools and light equipment including mowers backpack blowers line trimmers edgers and related small equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Performs general grounds maintenance activities including mowing edging trimming pruning watering planting mulching and basic horticultural care of turf trees shrubs and landscaped areas.
• Assists with horticultural and vegetation management activities including weed control invasive plant removal and application of fertilizers or pesticides in accordance with safety guidelines and supervision.
• Conducts graffiti remediation and surface cleaning on park structures signage restrooms and site furnishings.
• Performs litter control and waste management duties including trash and recycling collection disposal and site clean-up to ensure parks remain clean safe and welcoming.
• Provides basic janitorial services for park facilities and shelters including cleaning restrooms shelters and common use areas as assigned.
• Assists with event support and facility preparation including shelter set-ups table and chair placement barricades and post-event clean-up.
• Support and assist other Parks Maintenance staff and crews performing skilled and semi-skilled maintenance work including special projects and seasonal assignments.
• Conducts visual inspections of park grounds facilities and equipment to identify maintenance needs safety concerns or damage and reports findings to supervisors.
• Follows established safety procedures policies and best practices including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe equipment operation.
• Responds to weather-related or emergency maintenance needs assigned including storm clean-up debris removal or other time-sensitive tasks.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support Parks Maintenance operations.

SKILLS

• Ability to safely use hand tools and power equipment (e.g. brooms shovels trimmers mowers pressure washers basic power tools)
• Skill in basic grounds and landscape maintenance including mowing edging and debris removal
• Ability to perform minor maintenance and repairs to street fixtures lighting and related infrastructure under supervision
• Skill in setting up traffic control devices barricades cones and signage according to direction
• Effective time management and ability to complete tasks efficiently in a fast-paced outdoor environment
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and comply with safety procedures
• Basic communication skills to coordinate with supervisors coworkers and the public

KNOWLEDGE

• Basic knowledge of street maintenance and public right-of-way upkeep
• Awareness of workplace safety practices including proper lifting techniques and hazard awareness
• Basic understanding of traffic control principles and pedestrian safety (training provided)
• Knowledge of landscape maintenance practices including seasonal care and irrigation basics
• Familiarity with ADA accessibility concepts such as curb ramps and pedestrian pathways (training provided)
• Understanding of equipment operation and maintenance safety guidelines
• Awareness of environmental best practices for litter waste and graffiti removal

ABILITIES

Positions in this class typically require: climbing balancing stooping kneeling crouching crawling reaching standing mobility pushing pulling lifting grasping feeling talking hearing seeing and repetitive motions.

HEAVY WORK:

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• Ability to perform physically demanding work including lifting bending standing walking and repetitive motions for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions including heat cold rain and wind
• Ability to work safely around traffic construction zones and public spaces
• Ability to adapt to changing work assignments and respond to urgent or time-sensitive tasks
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team with limited supervision
• Ability to maintain attention to detail while performing routine maintenance tasks
• Ability to remain professional and courteous when interacting with the public during events or street operations

Minimum Qualifications:
(A) Must possess a valid Washington State Drivers License;
(B) Must be able to work with limited supervision.
(C)Clean driving record as defined below
(D) Must be at least 18 years of age

The ability to obtain additional certifications within six months of hire is strongly encouraged:

• Forklift Certification
• Required FEMA Trainings

For purposes of this position a clean driving record means:

• A driving history that meets the Citys risk management and insurance eligibility requirements
• No disqualifying driving offenses within the past three (3) years including but not limited to:
  • Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Physical Control
  • Reckless driving
  • Hit-and-run
  • Vehicular assault or vehicular homicide
  • Driving with a suspended revoked or invalid license
• No pattern of unsafe driving such as multiple moving violations that would indicate unsafe operation of a motor vehicle
• Ability to successfully pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) review conducted in accordance with:
  • Washington State law
  • Federal motor vehicle safety standards (as applicable)
  • City policies and insurance requirements

A driving record will be evaluated job-relatedly and consistently and consideration will be limited to information relevant to the duties of the position.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and evaluates qualifications in compliance with applicable federal state and local laws.

Final candidates will receive a contingent offer of employment pending the results of a background check conducted in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. A criminal history alone does not automatically disqualify a candidate and will be reviewed using job-related criteria.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made in accordance with Federal State and local regulations. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Employer and Employee and is subject to change as the needs of the Employer and requirements of the job change. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The City of Tukwila provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion sex sexual orientation marital status national origin age gender disability genetics or status as a protected veteran