Parks Maintenance/Grounds Worker Temporary - Spanaway Park

Pierce County•Tacoma, WA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

These temporary positions are not eligible for County benefits. We have multiple full-time and part-time positions available: Full-time, up to 5 months, 40 hours per week: afternoon shift, Wednesday to Sunday, and Thursday to Monday. Part-time, year-round, 16 hours per week: morning shift, Friday and Saturday. This could be a perfect opportunity to see if this work is right for you. As a Parks Maintenance/Grounds Worker Temporary (Extra-Hire), you will get to work in many park settings and facilities. You'll work alongside other parks maintenance professionals to accomplish challenging and rewarding tasks and projects. In this role you will be a part of the team maintaining the Central Region parks and facilities. The Central Region is responsible for parks in Tacoma, Parkland, and Spanaway; with the majority of the work for these positions being done at Spanaway Park. What we do directly impacts and improves the quality of life for Pierce County residents. Pierce County Parks and Recreation manages more than 5,200 acres of parks, trails, and open space, ranging from community hubs to natural areas. We deliver diverse recreation programs and maintain the infrastructure that supports both active play and quiet connection with nature. Our department is made up of four divisions: Park and Recreation Operations, Business Operations, Volunteer and Resource Development, and Park Stewardship and Infrastructure Delivery, working together to serve one of the most dynamic and fast-growing regions in Washington. Guided by our mission to create livable communities, we provide opportunities for people to connect with nature, learn about sustainability, live healthy lives, and experience inclusive, thriving public spaces. Joining Pierce County Parks means being part of a forward-thinking team that values collaboration, innovation, and community impact, where your work truly makes a difference every day. You will work as part of the team that supports the maintenance and repair of infrastructure throughout the Pierce County Parks system. You will gain knowledge of the broad scope of hands-on work that keeps our parks and facilities functioning. Your work will be instrumental in providing Pierce County residents with safe and enjoyable parks and facilities. Success in this position offers a great foundation for future professional growth within the Parks Department. You will be responsible for performing a wide variety of maintenance and repair tasks for grounds, buildings, structures, and equipment within the Parks Department. You'll learn and participate in maintenance activities associated with a variety of skills and trades. If you’re ready to learn and grow, come be a part of a fantastic team of professionals dedicated to improving the park system for the citizens of Pierce County!

Requirements

Minimum 18 years of age
Valid driver’s license
Ability to safely lift, push and pull 50lbs
Ability to work all terrains in all weather conditions
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check.

Responsibilities

Perform general parks maintenance work such as, but not limited to weeding, trimming, and mowing
Perform maintenance work such as but not limited to facilities cleaning and upkeep
Assist with setup, maintenance, and tear-down of equipment for special events
Assist with closing park operations
Other duties as assigned