Overview
Parks Maintenance Day Laborer Jobs in Everett, Washington, USA at City of Everett
PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER
SEASONAL DAY LABORER
$23.00-$24.00/hour
The City of Everett Parks Department is currently accepting applications for seasonal Maintenance Day Laborers.This employment is temporary (up to six months in duration).It is mandatory that the employee in this position contribute to the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System. This contribution is refundable upon the employee’s request at the completion of employment. A work permit fee of $12.00 per pay period must also be paid to AFSCME Local No.
113. These positions are not provided with City of Everett benefits.
NATURE OF WORK
Workers may perform a variety of unskilled physical tasks associated with the maintenance of parks, trails, trees, landscape beds, forests, athletic fields, or facilities under the supervision of a full-time parks and recreation employee or a Seasonal Lead Day Laborer; however, Day Laborers may be required to work independently at times.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Depending on the area of assignment, the qualifications listed are desirable:
Knowledge of maintenance of parks, trails, trees, landscape beds, athletic fields, or facilities.
Knowledge of proper pruning, planting, fertilizing, grinding of stumps, and other related cultural practices.
Knowledge of ornamental plant material including trees, shrubs, and ground cover, wood stock, and their use and care in the landscape.
Knowledge of the use of parks maintenance equipment.
Knowledge of safety precautions and the ability to identify hazards.
Ability and willingness to follow verbal and written instructions and to keep accurate work records.
Ability to operate small hand and power tools and light equipment, autos, and pickup trucks.
Ability and willingness to establish and maintain effective working relations with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
Ability and willingness to supportdiversityand multi-cultural understanding in the workplace.
Ability and willingness to maintain awork environmentfree of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
Ability and willingness to be punctual and dependable.
Ability and willingness to perform strenuous labor tasks under varying environmental conditions.
Ability and willingness to workflexible schedules, including, but not limited to, weekends and holidays.
Ability and willingness to work safely and in compliance with city policies and standards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Depending on the area of assignment, may be required to possess or be able to obtain prior to appointment, a valid Washington State driver’s license.
Prior to employment, must submit a motor vehicle driving record abstract.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Application materials may be accessed via https://(Use the “Apply for this Job” box below). Completed applications must be submitted through the City’s online application system to be considered. INCOMPLETE, FAXED, OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Position Opens:
January 10, 2025 Open Until Filled
The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of work, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusivelisting of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise …
Title: Parks Maintenance Day Laborer
Company: City of Everett
Location: Everett, Washington, USA
Category: Trades / Skilled Labor, Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
