Parks Maintenance Aide III - RAC & Rainier Vista

Under immediate or general supervision, performs a variety of maintenance duties at the Regional Athletic Complex or Rainier Vista Community Park.Â

This is a six (6) month temporary position that will work a flexible forty (40) hour workweek, which includes evenings and weekends.Â

This posting is continuous and applications will be reviewed on an as-needed basis. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time; therefore, it is in your best interest to apply as soon as possible. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change without notice.The duties include but are not limited to the following:Â

• Operate Large lawn mowers and tractors
• Athletic field maintenance including fertilizing, aerating, topdressing, grooming and lining fields
• Performs a variety of grounds and facility maintenance duties
• Performs janitorial duties which includes restroom cleaning
• Uses various gas-powered equipment and hand tools
• Provides customer service for RAC or Rainier Vista Park visitors
  
  

Special Requirements Or Licenses(s)

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must have basic knowledge of customer service, event management, and facility oversight.Â
• Must be flexible, reliable, responsible, and enjoy working with the general public.
• Must pass a thorough background investigation.
• Must maintain a level of physical and mental fitness necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Must have a valid Washington State driver license and a driving record acceptable to the City and the City's insurance carrier.
• Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be complete as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Parks and facilities maintenance experience.
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to work rules and guidelines.Â
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.Â
• Basic mechanical aptitude.Â
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONSÂ

Work Environment

• Typical assignments are out-of-doors normally requiring work in inclement weather at cold, hot, dirty, wet, noisy, or cramped work sites.Â
• The work involves physical labor, physical dexterity, and mechanical aptitude.Â
• Duties may require exposure to chemicals, toxic gases, raw sewage, or other environmental hazards.Â
  
  

Physical Abilities

• Hearing, speaking, or otherwise communicating to exchange information in person or on the phone.Â
• Perform physical labor associated with the essential duties of the position.Â
• Work in the field in all weather conditions and over rough terrain.Â
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying objects up to thirty (30) lbs.Â
• Some assistance is available to mitigate the heaviest lifting.
• Bending, kneeling/crouching, reaching, climbing and crawling.Â
• Operating equipment; electric, gas, and various hand tools.Â
• Grasp and hold and effectively use assigned personal protective equipment and tools for the position.