Seasonal Parks Maintenance Worker I

City of Tukwila • Tukwila, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Tukwila is hiring Seasonal Parks Maintenance Workers to support Parks & Recreation operations during a high-activity season. This temporary, seasonal position supports routine maintenance and event-related projects. Employees must be available for the full season, work varying schedules as operational needs change, and maintain predictable attendance. The position is limited to 1,040 hours in a 12-month period and is PERS eligible. The stated wage is $23.00 per hour.

The department lists schedules that may vary by business need: 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, or 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Schedules may be adjusted to ensure coverage. The role requires flexibility, including the ability to work evenings and weekends, particularly during summer.

The worker reports directly to the Parks Maintenance Supervisor and helps keep park sites neat and tidy. Duties include park rounds, trash and debris pickup, preparing and taking down shelters for rentals, landscape maintenance, and basic janitorial services. Work is performed outdoors in varying weather and may involve physically demanding tasks and supporting other positions with skilled and semi-skilled work. Candidates should be punctual, energetic, enthusiastic, self-starting, and open to learning new skills.

Tukwila Parks and Recreation manages 159 acres of parks, 12 miles of trails, Foster Golf Links, and the Tukwila Community Center. The department maintains parks and facilities and provides recreational events, programs, and services for all ages. Its mission is to create clean, safe, and well-managed parks that inspire activity.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver’s License.
• Must have a clean driving record meeting the City’s risk management and insurance eligibility requirements, including no disqualifying driving offenses within the past three years and no pattern of unsafe driving; subject to an MVR review.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to work with limited supervision.
• Must be available for the full duration of the season.
• Must be able to work varying shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Must maintain reasonable, predictable, and regular attendance during assigned shifts.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and power equipment, including mowers, backpack blowers, line trimmers, pressure washers, and basic power tools.
• Skill in basic grounds and landscape maintenance, including mowing, edging, and debris removal.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and comply with safety procedures.
• Basic communication skills to coordinate with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
• Awareness of workplace safety practices, proper lifting techniques, and hazards.
• Knowledge of landscape maintenance practices, seasonal care, and irrigation basics.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, standing, walking, and repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Ability to lift or exert up to 50+ pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Ability to adapt to changing assignments and work independently or as part of a team with limited supervision.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail while performing routine maintenance tasks and remain professional and courteous when interacting with the public.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in landscape, seasonal parks, or public works maintenance.
• Related work, training, or volunteer experience in grounds maintenance, tools, or equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct park rounds and keep sites neat and tidy.
• Pick up trash and debris and tidy garbage cans.
• Set up and tear down shelters for rentals and support events.
• Perform landscape maintenance, including mowing, edging, blowing, hedge trimming, and mulch or chip applications.
• Perform painting and graffiti removal or remediation.
• Provide basic janitorial services for park facilities and shelters, including cleaning restrooms, shelters, and common-use areas as assigned.
• Support other positions by performing various skilled and semi-skilled work.
• Adapt to changing assignments and respond to urgent or time-sensitive tasks.
• Coordinate with supervisors, coworkers, and the public, including during events or street operations.
• Follow safety procedures and operate and care for equipment safely.

Benefits

• PERS eligible

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed