Grounds Maintenance Technician

Help create a world-class first impression

At the Port of Anacortes our grounds are part of the experience. They welcome marina guests support local businesses frame public spaces and help keep our marine terminal airport and commercial properties safe and inviting.

Were looking for a skilled commercial landscaping professional who notices the details takes pride in doing the job right and knows what it takes to maintain large diverse properties year-round.

This is more than mowing lawns. Youll manage turf and plant health troubleshoot irrigation systems operate commercial equipment identify needed improvements and help ensure every Port property reflects the high standard our community tenants and visitors expect.

Why this role matters

Your work will be visible across the Port-from the marina and marine terminal to the airport and leased properties.

Youll help protect Port assets improve safety support healthy and attractive landscapes and create a positive experience from the moment someone arrives. Youll also help guide seasonal employees and identify smarter more efficient ways to care for our properties.

What youll actually do

Youll take ownership of the day-to-day appearance health and safety of landscapes across Port properties.

This is hands-on commercial-scale landscaping across our marina airport marine terminal and leased properties. Youll balance planned seasonal work with the issues you discover along the way using your judgment to decide what needs attention and how best to address it.

In real life this may look like:

• Walking several properties spotting a broken sprinkler struggling plant overgrown area or safety concern and adjusting your priorities accordingly.
• Spending the morning mowing edging or aerating turf before troubleshooting an irrigation controller and adjusting watering schedules.
• Pruning ornamental plantings improving soil applying fertilizer or pesticides and managing vegetation near buildings fence lines security areas or stormwater-sensitive zones.
• Safely operating equipment such as zero-turn mowers tractors skid steers boom lifts wood chippers and pressure washers.
• Diagnosing why a landscaped area isnt thriving recommending a practical solution and documenting the work in the Ports maintenance management system.
• Guiding seasonal employees coordinating around Port operations and providing helpful service to tenants visitors employees and members of the public.

Things youll learn on the job

You do not need to arrive knowing every Port-specific process.

Depending on your background you may learn more about the unique grounds-maintenance and appearance standards of our marina airport marine terminal and commercial properties; working safely around active operations and public spaces; and the Ports safety program maintenance management system irrigation infrastructure seasonal priorities and environmental responsibilities.

Our people are our greatest asset and how you contribute to our team matters. We are more than a workplace-we are a close-knit team. To that end we are more interested in someone who takes pride in their work collaborates well and uses good judgment to solve problems safely than someone who checks every possible box on day one.

What were looking for

The ideal candidate is an experienced commercial landscaper who brings pride in craftsmanship initiative and follow-through and safety-minded adaptability.

You will be successful in this role if you are a person who:

• Takes genuine pride in creating clean safe and attractive spaces.
• Notices the details and follows through without needing constant direction.
• Understands that safety always comes before speed or convenience.
• Can organize changing priorities and keep work moving across multiple locations.
• Uses equipment responsibly and follows manufacturer instructions and safety requirements.
• Communicates clearly and works well with coworkers tenants visitors and outside partners.
• Is comfortable working outdoors and performing physically demanding work in changing Northwest Washington weather.
• Brings a practical team-focused attitude to the work.

You may be a great fit if you have experience with:

• Commercial landscaping or grounds maintenance.
• Turf ornamental plants trees shrubs and seasonal landscape care.
• Irrigation troubleshooting and repair.
• Commercial landscaping tools vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Fertilizers pesticides and vegetation-management practices.
• Planning and prioritizing work across multiple properties.
• Identifying problems and taking initiative before they become larger issues.
• Working safely around vehicles equipment water uneven terrain and the public.

Minimum qualifications

We will consider any combination of education training and experience that provides the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. At minimum candidates must have:

• High school diploma or GED and at least three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
• Valid drivers license.
• Ability to pass an annual respirator fit test.
• Ability to obtain a Washington State Pesticide Applicators License (Public Operator) within one year of hire.
• Ability to safely perform the essential physical functions of the position including walking bending climbing kneeling and working outdoors for extended periods.
• Ability to work near water on uneven surfaces and around active operations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally 30 pounds frequently and 10 pounds continuously.

Why youll love working here

We truly believe loving where you work matters.

The Port of Anacortes operates a 1000-plus-slip marina marine terminal airport and a diverse portfolio of commercial properties. Our work supports local jobs commerce recreation and responsible stewardship of public resources.

Youll join a hardworking team-oriented crew that takes pride in the work looks out for one another and cares about safety service craftsmanship and the community we serve. Your work will be seen and appreciated every day.

Compensation and benefits

The hourly pay range for this position is $34.53-$38.85 depending on qualifications and experience. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

The Port also offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical dental and vision coverage with family coverage available for under $10/month.
• Significant Health Savings Account contribution if enrolled in an eligible plan.
• Washington State PERS retirement.
• Paid vacation sick leave holidays personal leave and compensatory time off.
• $75/month exercise and wellness benefit.
• Employee assistance program.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on public service accountability and work-life balance.

How to apply

Visit to submit your application through the Port of Anacortes application portal.

The Port of Anacortes is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any protected status under federal state or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Background MVR and Drug Screen
Following an offer of employment the candidate must be able to pass a background check motor vehicle records check and drug screen. Any job offer will be contingent on the results of these screenings.

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