Seasonal Parks Maintenance Worker

Tacoma, WA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Hourly

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $21.00 - $23.00

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Benefits

competitive hourly wage

flexible scheduling

opportunity to work outdoors

Team-oriented environment

hands-on training

Community involvement

Temporary seasonal employment

Job Description

The City of Fife is a vibrant and community-oriented municipality known for its commitment to providing quality parks and recreational facilities to its residents. As part of its Parks, Recreation, and Aquatics Department, the city focuses on maintaining safe and enjoyable outdoor spaces including parks, trails, and sport fields, which serve as central hubs for community engagement and physical activities. The City of Fife seeks individuals who are passionate about community service, teamwork, and maintaining the highest standards of facility upkeep to join their team as Seasonal Parks Maintenance Workers. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that all... Show More

Job Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old at time of hire
Must be willing to perform physical duties of position
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings
Outdoor work environment tolerance
Ability to operate hand, power and automotive equipment safely
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as a team player
Maintain professional appearance and wear uniform as required
Ability to communicate effectively in English
Ability to follow safety protocols
Ability to handle physical demands of the job

Job Qualifications

Working knowledge of common grounds keeping tools
Previous grounds and recreational fieldwork is desirable
Must be at least 18 years old at time of hire
Must be willing to perform physical duties of position
Preparing and maintaining City recreational facilities
Knowledge of general first aid
Knowledge of legal and defensive driving practices
Knowledge of operation of handheld data recording devices and computers to update records and record work production
Strong interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
Ability to perform athletic field maintenance and equipment operation
Ability to operate equipment safely and effectively
Ability to show up on time and ready to work assigned shift
Ability to explain and enforce Park rules, policies and procedures
Ability to perform physical duties of the position including lifting, carrying, crouching, kneeling safely with normal vision, depth perception and hand eye coordination
Ability to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with a wide variety of program participants and community members including those from diverse socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Ability to respond calmly and effectively to emergencies
Ability to independently complete work activities
Ability to be friendly and attentive to participants
Ability to utilize conflict-resolution strategies
Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with program participants, City staff, volunteers and the public
Ability to maintain professional appearance and wear uniform as required
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in the English language
Ability to read, write and speak the English language
Ability to observe legal and defensive driving practices

Job Duties

Prepare and maintain City recreational fields to ensure sporting events run smoothly and comply with established guidelines, rules and regulations
Drag, rake, chalk, line and set bases for recreational fields as necessary
Daily general maintenance of parks, trails and facilities
Clean and maintain restroom and picnic shelter complexes
Gather and dispose of litter
Operate hand, power and automotive equipment while exercising safety precautions to avoid obstacles and people
Operate various tools including, but not limited to, shovel, rake, weed eater, mower, blower, specialized baseball equipment
Assist in preparing facilities and setting up and taking down equipment for department programs and events
Provide assistance and support to other Parks maintenance staff as needed
Inspect fields, facilities and equipment after events to identify and assess damage
notify supervisor of property damage
prepare related records
Communicate with City personnel, outside agencies and members of the community to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns
Communicate feedback between participants and supervisor
Answers public questions regarding facilities
Perform maintenance of equipment, supplies, and facilities and other custodial duties
Maintain compliance with all applicable City, County and State laws and City ordinances, policies and procedures at all times
Assist patrons when needed
Maintain proper storage and upkeep of equipment
Attends all staff meetings as required
Wears proper safety equipment necessary for the job
Contributes to a positive team environment
Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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