Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 4 (Lead)

This recruitment is open on an internal basis to permanent state employees of the Washington Military Department.  

This position reports to the Maintenance Specialist 4 located at Fairchild Air Force Base and is responsible for performing and directing general grounds care and custodial efforts.  


Responsibilities include: 

• Landscape maintenance and development. 
• Plans, formulates, stores, schedules, and applies various approved chemicals such as pesticides and herbicides involved in grounds care.  
• Directs and leads maintenance custodians assigned to the East Air Maintenance Division. 
• Oversee and performs minor maintenance and routine cleanliness of assigned buildings and work areas. 
• Under general guidance may be required to complete or assist higher level staff in the completion of non-routine maintenance activities and/or special assignments.  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Three years of paid experience in grounds maintenance, gardening, plant care, cultivation, and/or landscape installation, AND
2. One year of lead and/or supervisory experience.  

A college degree involving major study in agronomy, botany, horticulture, soils, or closely related field may substitute for the grounds experience listed above.  

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Working Knowledge:

• Landscaping functions (mowing, irrigation, grounds maintenance, etc.).
• Cleaning methods - chemicals, equipment, and supplies used in general custodial work. 

Skills and Abilities to:

• Operate and maintain electric and gas-powered lawn equipment to mow lawns, clear brush, limbs and trees.  
• Operate and drive light truck to transport supplies and equipment, haul refuse and garbage. 
• Ice and tree removal. 
• Operate truck and equipment mounted spray tanks. 
• Operate custodial equipment.

Compensation: Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion.  

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Investigation: Must successfully complete the appropriate background checks required for employment and obtain/maintain a Department of Defense DoD Common Access Card (CAC).  Must be willing to sign releases of information and shall not have access to any investigative materials and files.  The processing of background checks can take up to six months post-employment.  Failure to successfully pass a background check may be cause for termination.

Union Shop Provision: This position is represented by Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA).    

Driver's License:

1. Valid to drive in the State of Washington. 
2. Must meet requirements of the REAL ID Act.  This is required for base access and will be required upon hire.  

Military Facility: Willingness to work on a Military Controlled Access Installation.  Camp Murray and Fairchild AFB utilize the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) for entry to the installation.  Must meet access requirements / background check which can be found in the Camp Murray Access Requirements Policy (Unified Policy No. 18-01).  This includes possession of an Enhanced Driver’s License, or other REAL ID Compliant Identification. 

Work Hours: Monday through Thursday (4/10 schedule) 6:00am - 4:30pm.  

Telework: This position is not eligible for telework. 

Emergency Assignment: Upon activation of the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) or Joint Field Office (JFO), incumbent may be required to work in an alternate location with rotating shifts, including weekends and evenings, in a highly stressful and fast-paced environment.

Travel: Occasional statewide travel may be required.  

** HOW TO APPLY ** 

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically via www.careers.wa.gov.  It is very important that the "Work Experience" and "Supplemental Questionnaire" portion of the application is completed in as much detail as possible. 

The information provided in your application must support your supplemental questionnaire responses.  Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.  

** A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.

The information provided in your application must support your supplemental questionnaire responses.  Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.   

If you have questions about the application process or this recruitment, please email Mistina Venesky at mistina.venesky@mil.wa.gov

Technical Support: Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues. 

The Washington Military Department is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities and/or limited English proficiency needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruitment Section of State Human Resources at: Email: mistina.venesky@mil.wa.gov, Call: (253) 512-7389, or 711

Salary : $3,317 - $4,410