Parks Grounds Skilled Worker

City of Bellevue•Bellevue, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Bellevue is seeking a Skilled Worker for the Parks Department Grounds Division. This role is responsible for the maintenance of City parks and sports fields. The position reports to the Grounds Crew Leader and involves park improvement projects, general landscaping, irrigation, responding to public inquiries, and collaborating with full-time and seasonal staff. Bellevue's Parks & Community Services is dedicated to building a healthy community through exceptional parks, open spaces, recreation, cultural arts, and community services. The department manages 2,700 acres of parks and open space, offering diverse programs and activities that enhance the quality of life for residents. The City of Bellevue values exceptional customer service, public interest, and community vision, fostering an innovative, collaborative, and future-focused work environment. The city embraces diversity as a strength and is an exciting place to work, live, and explore.

Requirements

Ability to learn City of Bellevue policy and procedures
Working knowledge of current municipal park maintenance standards and practices including turf management, plant identification, irrigation, and arboriculture
Ability to identify horticultural issues and address solutions through proactive management of park and facility sites
Knowledge of pesticide application procedures and requirements as required by WSDA
Ability to provide central irrigation system control programming with Maxicom and individual stand-alone controllers
Knowledge of construction and maintenance practices, processes, procedures, and methods for park construction
Skill in interfacing effectively in a complex and dynamic work environment
Skill in good listening and communication
Ability to work independently on complex tasks and non-routine matters
Ability to communicate with the public
Ability to read and understand technical construction documents, plans and blueprints
A demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning of diversity, equity & inclusion principles and a commitment to implement these principles in your work
Must pass a criminal background check prior to hire
Current, valid driver's license is required
Two or more years of professional related experience in park grounds maintenance related to assigned functional areas
Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Washington State driver's license by the time of hire
Washington State Public Pesticide Applicator license (or obtain within six months of hire)

Responsibilities

Mow, cut brush, pick up leaves
Repair drainage and irrigation systems
Grading
Clear storm drainage
Prune and fall trees
Prepare surfaces for seeding/planting of vegetation
Herbicide application
Plant identification
Arboricultural tasks
Install new landscapes
Perform routine maintenance work
Synthetic sports turf maintenance
Skinned baseball infield grading
Athletic field layout and striping
Complete park enhancement projects
Haul equipment on a trailer
Work in inclement weather
Respond to emergency weather events
Operate trucks with trailers, backhoes, chain saws, wood chippers, lawnmowers, blowers, power tools, sand-pros, tractors, edgers, pruners, and other various implements
Be self-motivated and able to perform maintenance tasks independently
Solve problems
Follow directions
Work well with others
Finish projects successfully
Communicate and work directly with other employees and citizens
Demonstrate excellent customer service
Demonstrate safety practices at all times