Seasonal Building & Grounds Maintenance Specialist - Parks & Trails

Thurston County • Olympia, WA

8d • $26 - $26

About The Position

Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for (2) two Seasonal Building & Grounds Specialists to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative Parks & Trails team. The successful candidate will perform landscaping maintenance in county parks, trails, medians and roundabouts, as well as janitorial duties in park restrooms.

This temporary/seasonal position generally works 40 hours per week; weekend work is required and is anticipated to last six (6) months from the hire date.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience working in landscaping, horticulture, carpentry, forestry or other closely related field.
• Current Washington State Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Experience in grounds and equipment maintenance is desired.

Responsibilities

• Constructs, alters, maintains, and repairs a variety of structures and landscaping. Depending upon area of assignments, duties may include, but are not limited to, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, irrigation systems, pruning, planting, culverts, lawns, fences, trails, playground equipment, roofs, and/or bridges.
• When assigned, operates a variety of equipment, which might include hand tools, power tools, light equipment, tractor, and other equipment to construct, remodel, or repair of building, landscape and in-ground irrigation systems.  Performs basic mechanical repairs and maintenance on hand tools, light power equipment, and/or vehicles.
• Participates in planting trees, shrubs and flowers, and maintains landscaped areas including mowing, trimming, pruning, and fertilizing and weed control.  When assigned, applies pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry.  We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program that allows full-time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees