Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Worker I - Solid Waste

Solid Waste is hiring Seasonal

• Grounds Maintenance Worker I employees!

Apply now! Candidates will be reviewed as applications are received.

Put some sunshine and variety in your workday. If you enjoy working outside and helping build a cleaner and more sustainable community, this seasonal work could be a great opportunity for extra income or the start of a new career. This seasonal position pays $24.74 per hour.

Join our Solid Waste team and APPLY now!

If you are hardworking, team oriented, reliable, and, customer service driven, this seasonal work is a great opportunity!  You will be assigned to work on a crew performing a variety of duties which may include routine grounds keeping at Solid Waste facilities, assisting in general maintenance work, operating a variety of light equipment, cleaning up illegal dumping sites, and roadside debris removal.

About the Job

Hours of work vary depending on which team you are assigned to.  Groundskeeping hours are 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.  Litter Crew hours are 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday.  Crews will be assigned on the first day of work.

There is a variety of work to be performed through spring, summer and early fall. Employment timeframe is between April 1st and October 31st. Duties may include:

      o Picking up trash from grounds and roadside

      o Sweeping, raking, and spreading mulch, gravel and soils

      o Cleaning plugged outdoor drains and washing buildings, traffic surfaces and  equipment

      o Mowing, edging, weeding, watering grounds and landscaping

      o Operating and maintaining a variety of light trucks and maintenance equipment

      o Flagging

Candidates should be comfortable working outside and working in a solid waste environment.  This position requires the ability to communicate effectively orally via radios with co-workers, leads, and supervisors.

Application Process

Complete and submit online application

Must be 18 or older by start date, have WA driver's license, and have one (1) year experience in construction, maintenance work or commercial gardening, landscaping or yard care experience.

Must pass:

      o  Screening Interview

 o Criminal background check

       o Physical capabilities test (PAT)

       o Drug and alcohol test

       o Review of your Washington State DOL Driver's Abstract Record

Location

Cathcart Way Operations Center, 8915 Cathcart Way, Snohomish, WA 98296

Eligibility Register

This job posting is to create an Eligibility Register to hire Seasonal

• Grounds Maintenance Worker I. Applicants who pass the Minimum Qualifications will be placed on an Eligibility Register which will expire on 10/31/2024.

This seasonal position pays $24.74 per hour and is typically scheduled for 40 hours per week.  You will be assigned to work at one or more of the Solid Waste county locations.

Selection Process

All correspondence to the applicant is sent by email. Please check your inbox and spam email for updates from Snohomish County.

Complete and submit the on-line application and supplemental questionnaire:  Complete and submit the on-line application.  Applicants will be hired in date order of application received.  Preference will be given to prior Seasonal-Grounds Maintenance Worker I - Solid Waste employees.  

Screening Interview.

Conditional job offers:  Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be emailed a conditional offer. Requirements of the final offer include:

• Abstract of Driving Record (ADR) or Driving Record: Driving records are available from your local Washington State Department of Licensing office or website at www.dol.wa.gov and select "Drivers" and then click on "Driving Record" to purchase a WA driving record. Request a "Full Record." Each driving record costs $15. To remain in active consideration for employment, you must provide a Full Abstract Driving Record within 4 days after accepting this conditional offer.

• Criminal Background Check:  Our Snohomish County Public Works Human Resources team will email you a link to complete the background questionnaire with DataQuest.  This link will be sent to the email address you provided on your application. Complete this form in its entirety and submit your information immediately. To remain in active consideration for employment, you must complete the background questionnaire within 4 days of receiving the email.

• Physical Abilities Test (PAT) and Drug Screening

• May 2024:  You will be required to attend a PAT.  This will include a drug/alcohol screening, medical examination and Physical Evaluation Fitness Test performed by a qualified healthcare professional selected by Snohomish County. This is a laborer position involving a variety of routine manual labor tasks. This includes strenuous physical effort such as lifting objects weighing up to seventy-five (75) pounds.

• Final offer and start date:  Applicants who have met all the requirements of the Conditional Offer will be emailed an Offer Notice.  The Offer Notice will include detailed information outlining the dates and requirements for your hire date/new employee orientation.

About the Solid Waste Division

The Solid Waste division oversees the disposal of garbage, hazardous materials, and recycling throughout Snohomish County. With three full-service facilities and an additional four neighborhood and special items facilities, the division is focused on:

• Reducing overall waste from Snohomish County

• Promoting and emphasizing the reuse of items and recycling

• Handling household hazardous waste

• Providing garbage and recycling facilities for county residents

• Transferring garbage to the landfill or partnering with private vendors to handle recycled items

To learn more about the Solid Waste Division please visit: Solid Waste

About Snohomish County Public Works

Public Works is the largest department within Snohomish County government. The department maintains county roads, bridges, traffic and the general transportation system in unincorporated Snohomish County. In addition, the department oversees the disposal of solid waste.

Snohomish County is one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. This growth presents opportunities and challenges for the Public Works department in maintaining and improving critical infrastructure such as roads and bridges, managing the solid waste and recycling needs of county residents.

Because this job is considered safety sensitive, a drug screen test will be required prior to employment.

To learn more about Snohomish County Public Works, visit Snohomish County Public-Works.

Snohomish County

• The Future We Choose

For information about this job opportunity and posting email: SPW-Recruitment

QUESTIONS?

Email Lynn.Seely@snoco.org or call Lynn Seely at 425-262-2812 or text 425-760-0966 with your questions.

BASIC FUNCTION

To perform routine grounds keeping and unskilled manual labor tasks, assists in general maintenance work and operates a variety of light equipment as directed.

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Performs a variety of outdoor maintenance tasks such as sweeping, raking, picking up trash from grounds and roadside; cleaning plugged outdoor drains; pressure washing buildings, traffic surfaces and equipment; shoveling and spreading mulch, gravel and soils.

• Mows, edges, trims, and water lawns.

• Weeds flower beds; trims trees and plants; waters and fertilizes a variety of flowers, plants, shrubs and trees.

• Operates mowers, gas powered trimmers and blowers, chainsaws, vacuums and a variety of other small power tools.

• Operates a variety of single axle trucks rated to 10,000 lbs GVW and less.

• Performs routine maintenance on assigned equipment by checking fluid levels and lubricating equipment as necessary.

• Picks up and delivers equipment, materials, parts, and supplies as required.

• Paints with non-powered equipment from ground level or non-powered lifting devices under supervision.

• Complete records and reports as necessary.

STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES

• May perform a variety of routine cleaning tasks such as cleaning and stocking restrooms, cleaning and waxing floors, and setting up facilities for a variety of meetings and events, clean up after meetings and events, garbage and litter pickup.

One (1) year experience in construction and maintenance work OR one (1) year of experience in commercial gardening, landscaping or yard care; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass job related tests.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A valid Washington State Driver's License is required for employment.

Possession of or ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR card within ninety (90) days of employment.

Possession of or ability to obtain valid Flagger certification within ninety (90) days of employment.

Employment will be conditioned on satisfactory results of:

• A post-offer drug screen test, a medical examination, and a Physical Capacities Evaluation performed by a qualified healthcare professional selected by Snohomish County.
• A post-offer three (3) year driver's license abstract obtained from the Washington Department of Licensing.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• the equipment material and tools associated with doing routine grounds maintenance work
• the hazards associated with the work
• safety rules and regulations
• basic first aid methods and procedures
• standard landscaping equipment, procedures, and supplies

Ability to:

• operate and maintain a variety of light trucks and maintenance equipment as required by the position
• use a variety of hand and small power tools skillfully and safely under a variety of work conditions
• performs strenuous physical work
• read, understand and follow safety rules and regulations
• understand and follow oral and written instructions
• establish and maintain effective work relationships with superiors and co-workers
• deal courteously and tactfully with the general public
• use common landscaping equipment, fuels and cleaning solutions skillfully and safely
• complete accurate records

PHYSICAL EFFORT

The work involves a variety of manual labor tasks requiring some strenuous physical effort such as lifting objects weighing up to seventy-five (75) pounds.

SUPERVISION

Employees report to Equipment and Vactor Facility Operator or other designated lead worker as assigned. The work is performed under general supervision and may be spot checked to ensure timely completion and compliance with instructions, procedures, and standards. Specific instructions are given for unusual or non-routine tasks.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather at work sites throughout the county. The work may involve working at considerable heights, in confined spaces, from ladders, or scaffolding. Employees are exposed to a variety of hazards such as working near traffic, around heavy equipment, and are exposed to dust fumes, hazardous chemicals and inclement weather.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

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