Groundskeeping Assistant (Seasonal, Part-time)

Everett Community College•Everett Community College, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Groundskeeping Assistant provides seasonal support in maintaining campus grounds, gardens, and outdoor spaces. This role focuses on landscaping, cleanup, and support activities that help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming campus environment.

Requirements

Must be at least 14 years old by the first day of employment
Ability to perform physical work outdoors in various weather conditions
Able to follow instructions, work independently, and complete tasks reliably
Willingness to perform manual labor such as weeding, raking, lifting, and carrying materials
Dependable attendance and punctuality
Able to interact respectfully with staff, students, and visitors
Ability to operate hand and power tools and motorized equipment
Ability to see to identify plants and properly trim and prune plants, shrubs and trees
Ability to exchange information with supervisor, lead, and co-workers
Physical ability to perform required work, including (but not limited to) the ability to lift at least 25 pounds, and to walk, bend, twist, stoop, squat, kneel, climb, reach, grasp, push and pull on a regular to continuous basis
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Responsibilities

Pull weeds and remove invasive plants
Rake leaves and clear debris from walkways and outdoor areas
Assist with watering, planting, and mulching garden beds
Support basic upkeep of outdoor common areas and landscaping features
Sweep sidewalks and entryways
Use manual tools such as rakes, hoes, shovels, and wheelbarrows
Maintain a clean and safe work area
Follow all safety instructions and guidelines, especially when working near campus traffic or facilities
Assist with general campus upkeep and projects that support daily operations of the College, including: Event setup and cleanup, including moving chairs, tables, and supplies
Light cleaning tasks such as wiping surfaces, emptying trash, and restocking supplies
Additional support provided to Facilities and Campus Operations as assigned.