Parks Maintenance Technician 1 (10 Month Seasonal) - Heritage Recreation Center

Salary: $25.38 - $33.84 Hourly Location : Tacoma, WA Job Type: Career Service

• Full Time Job Number: 24-00585 Department: Parks and Recreation Services Division:
  
  Parks-Park Maintenance Opening Date: 06/27/2024 Closing Date: 7/10/2024 11:59 PM Pacific Description This position is a seasonal Parks Maintenance Technician 1 position which is a full-time, benefited, Career Service position. Employment is generally consistent with Parks' most active times of the year, typically March through December. This position is eligible for Union membership.
  
  Reemployment is contingent upon job performance/evaluation, continued funding of the program, and other acceptable County procedures. Position Summary Why It's a Great Opportunity: You will have the opportunity to work as part of a dedicated team of professionals at our Heritage Recreation Center.
  
  It will challenge you to develop your technical and customer service skills. It provides both the opportunity to work as part of a team and individually. You may have opportunities to have input with regard to decision-making that affects your job.
  
  Why It's a Great Department: Pierce County Parks and Recreation manages over 5,200 acres of open space, trails, developed and undeveloped parks. We provide recreation programs and infrastructure in active and passive parks and trails.
  
  The department consists of three divisions: Parks and Recreation, Administration, and Resource Stewardship. Our mission is to be a leader in creating livable communities by providing opportunities for people to connect with nature, learn about sustainable practices, live healthy lifestyles, and enjoy vibrant community spaces.
  
  Learn more about the Pierce County Parks and Recreation Department How to be Successful in the Role: Demonstrate willingness to learn and perform all of the specialized maintenance tasks associated with the position. Meet performance expectations of the position and support Heritage Recreation Center/South Region Team in whatever capacity necessary to achieve stated goals and objectives.
  
  Your Future in this Role: You will work as part of a team that operates, maintains, and repairs the infrastructure of the Pierce County Parks system. Your work will be instrumental in providing Pierce County residents with safe and enjoyable parks and facilities.
  
  Success in this position also offers a great foundation for future professional growth within the Parks and Recreation Department. Core Daily Responsibilities: General Park maintenance duties such as opening/closing facilities, grounds maintenance, turf mowing, garbage/litter pick up and disposal, cleaning park restrooms and facilities, site and structure inspections, maintenance and repair, and vandalism repair.
  
  Performs specialized maintenance of athletic fields, as well as daily upkeep of a variety of different landscapes throughout the park. Seasonal irrigation maintenance and repair. Core Strategic Responsibilities:
  
  Perform specialized athletic field maintenance on natural and synthetic turf, including irrigation, inspection, troubleshooting and repair, and operation of various power tools and specialized equipment based on weather and physical condition of fields. Proficiency in using an automated Work Order system to retrieve assignments and document work performed. A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found Qualifications Additional education or training may substitute for up to one year of related experience.
  
  Two or more years work experience in parks maintenance, landscaping, golf course grounds keeping, construction, or maintenance trades. Work a flexible schedule, which most often includes evenings, weekends, and holidays at any location. Preferred Qualifications:
  
  Experience in irrigation Experience with the maintenance of athletic fields Experience with large mowing equipment and tractor operation Possession of, or the ability to obtain may be required for some positions: Valid Washington State Driver's license Valid First Aid Certification including CPR Valid Washington State Pesticide License Satisfactory physical condition is required as indicated by a County-approved physical examination. Job Details:
  
  Physical location: 9010 - 128th Street East Puyallup, WA 98373 Salary: $25.38-$33.84 per hour As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration. Supplemental Information To be considered for this opportunity please:
  
  Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs. If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruitpiercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title. If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
  
  Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process, or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need. This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed.
  
  Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.
  
  At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision.
  
  Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home? Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket.
  
  Pierce County offers a competitive benefits package that offers flexibility and peace of mind. We are proud to offer Employee Resource Groups, a focus on professional development in our , and a County Book Club. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family maintain health and financial security.
  
  That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of and , , staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs. Our benefits:
  
  Vacation (Annual Leave) After approximately six months, employees receive six days of vacation leave. Since we value your experience, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Vacation accrues on a bi-weekly basis for full-time employees as follows:
  
  Vacation Accruals: During years 1-3, 12 Days During years 4-7, 16 Days During years 8-13, 20 Days During years 14-18, 23 Days During years 19, 24 Days During years 20, 25 Days During years 21, 26 Days During years 22, 27 Days During years 23, 28 Days During years 24, 29 Days During years 25 & thereafter, 30 Days A maximum of 45 days may be carried from one year into the next. Pro-Rated for Part-Time based on % of 1.0 FTE.
  
  Military Leave: Pierce County has a proud history of supporting the armed forces and provides members of the armed forces with up to 21 days paid military leave per state fiscal year. Holidays: Some full-time employees are entitled to eleven paid holidays as follows: New Year's Day

• January 1 Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday

• Third Monday in January President's Day

• Third Monday in February Memorial Day

• Last Monday in May Juneteenth

• June 19 Independence Day

• July 4 Labor Day

• First Monday in September Veteran's Day

• November 11 Thanksgiving Day

• Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after Christmas Day

• December 25 Personal Holidays: Regular full-time and regular part-time employees, and employees occupying limited duration positions, shall also receive two additional paid personal holidays.
  
  Paid personal holidays shall only accrue for those employees on County payroll as of January 1 of each year or the first work day following January 1 and must be taken during the calendar year in which it was accrued. Furlough: Some Pierce County employees may be designated to receive 10 "furlough" days per year in lieu of holidays. Furlough days are available for use on January 1 and must be scheduled and taken within the calendar year.
  
  Employees who leave employment with Pierce County must reimburse the employer for used furlough days based upon the number of remaining holidays. Sick Leave: Sick leave accrues on a bi-weekly basis, at the rate of one day per month.
  
  Insurance Benefits: Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with very affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout Pierce County.
  
  Employees are eligible to enroll each year in a flexible spending plan, which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care and dependent care expenses. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in supplemental life and long term disability insurance plans. To view premium rates, summary of benefit coverage, and other information, please visit the website.
  
  Retirement and Deferred Compensation: Pierce County employees are members of the State of Washington's Department of Retirement System (DRS) and depending on the position or previous DRS enrollment will be able to enroll in one of many programs DRS offers. For additional information, check out the web site.
  
  Employees also have the ability to participate in the Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan. This is a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options. Social Security:
  
  All Pierce County employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The county and the employee pay an equal amount into the system. Miscellaneous Benefits:
  
  Please visit website for more information. Telework/Remote Options: Some departments allow for telework or work-from-home options dependent on the body of work.
  
  Learn more about our telework policy All employees are required to be WA State residents after 30 days of employment. 01 Describe your work experience in parks maintenance, landscaping, golf course grounds keeping, athletic field maintenance and preparation, construction, maintenance trades, operating machinery, or park related management areas? 02 After closely reviewing this job announcement, why do you believe you would be an outstanding candidate for this opportunity? 03 Work a flexible schedule, which most often includes evenings, weekends, and holidays at any location. Would you be able to fulfill this requirement? Yes No Required Question