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Hydro Park Aide (Year-Round, Fulltime)

City of Tacoma

Power

Fresh

Location

Salary

$21.70 - $23.93

per hour

Closes

April 7, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This full-time, year-round job as a Hydro Park Aide involves maintaining and operating a scenic park at Alder Lake, including tasks like cleaning facilities, mowing lawns, collecting trash, registering campers, and providing friendly customer service to visitors.

It's perfect for someone who enjoys outdoor physical work, interacting with people, and helping preserve natural spaces for community enjoyment.

Ideal candidates are reliable team players aged 18 or older who thrive in variable weather and flexible schedules including weekends and holidays.

Key Requirements

  • At least 18 years old
  • Valid State of Washington Driver's License at time of hire and maintained thereafter
  • One year of equivalent experience or training in maintenance, customer service, or outdoor work
  • Ability to lift objects over 50 pounds and perform physical tasks like climbing, bending, and standing for long periods
  • Comfort working in outdoor/indoor environments with noise, fumes, and adverse weather
  • Availability for 40-hour workweek including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Willingness to wear provided uniform shirts

Full Job Description


Tacoma Power is accepting applications for a full-time Hydro Park Aide at the Nisqually Hydro Project's Alder Lake Park located in Eatonville, WA. This Hydro Project generates clean, renewable electricity while supporting high quality outdoor recreation.

Embrace the great outdoors and join our dynamic team as a Hydro Park Aide, where you'll help maintain the beauty, safety, and functionality of one of Tacoma Power’s parks.

This is a hands-on, year-round position that combines physical work, customer interactions, and stewardship of natural resources that make a positive impact on the experiences of our visitors.

As a Park Aide, you will play an integral role in meeting and executing Tacoma Power’s values of safety, belonging, customer focus, integrity, and respect and in the ongoing stewardship of the park.

You will have the opportunity to welcome our many guests with a helpful smile, ensure our guest check-in process is seamless, and maintain the park facilities for our customer’s enjoyment.

Your duties will include campground registration, customer service, restroom cleaning, lawn care, trash and garbage collection, caring for campsite condition, park improvement projects, and more.

You will get to enjoy the outdoors while creating a friendly and inviting atmosphere for our valued guests.

Our Team believes in the power of a positive and enjoyable work environment, where your contribution goes beyond routine tasks – it becomes a celebration of nature and community and maintaining a great park for everyone to enjoy!

Join us in this unique full-time, year-round opportunity to turn physical work into a delightful experience, surrounded by the stunning scenery of our beloved Alder Lake Park.

If you're 18 or older and ready to embark on a journey that combines physical activity, camaraderie, and the beauty of nature, consider becoming a Park Aide!

We invite you to be a part of our team and play a pivotal role in preserving the charm of our park for generations to come.

This is a full-time, year-round position, and an excellent opportunity to begin a rewarding career in outdoor recreation.

Park Aides are required to wear provided uniform shirts. This position will be scheduled to work 40 hours a week including weekends and holidays throughout the year. Please note, the park does not provide seasonal housing.




Requirements

Equivalent combination to one (1) year of experience or training which provides the background required to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties of the classification.

LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER LEGAL REQUIREMENTS:

State of Washington Driver's License required at time of appointment with maintenance thereafter

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Outdoor and indoor environment; subject to noise and fumes from equipment operation and adverse weather conditions

  • Frequently required to lift heavy objects; intermittently lift objects weighing more than 50 pounds

  • Frequently required to climb, bend, pull and stand for extended periods of time

  • Requires the ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays and / or flexible schedules

Additional Information

This recruitment is being managed by Kye Merritt, if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn!

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Details:

Hourly Rate: $21.70 - $23.93

Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma

City of Tacoma’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

A Commitment to Equity & Diversity At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve.

We actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

Application Process

Interested individuals should apply online by completing the application and attaching a resume and cover letter by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement.

Applications received without attaching the required materials may not progress in the selection process.

Applicants who have the strongest backgrounds related to the responsibilities of this position may be invited to participate in the interview process, which may include a work problem.

Appointment is subject to passing a background check.

Get Assistance

For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement.

For technical difficulties using the NEOGOV system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.

Communication with the City of Tacoma

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Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 3/30/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/31/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-tacoma-5283569