Parks Maintenance/Grounds Worker Temporary - Sprinker Recreation Center

Full Job Description

• These temporary positions do not receive County benefits.
• We have multiple positions available:
  1. Full-Time: Friday to Tuesday, 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  2. Full-time: Thursday to Monday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
  3. Part-Time: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Requirements

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Are you starting out in your career, or looking for a new role in the Parks and Recreation or Maintenance field? If so, this could be a perfect opportunity to see if this work is right for you.

As a Parks Maintenance/Grounds Worker Temporary (Extra-Hire), you will get to work in many park settings and facilities.

You will work alongside other parks maintenance professionals to accomplish challenging and rewarding tasks and projects.

In this role, you will be a part of the team maintaining the Central Region parks and facilities.

The Central Region is responsible for parks in Tacoma, Parkland, and Spanaway; with the majority of the work for these positions being done at Sprinker Recreation Center.

What we do directly impacts and improves the quality of life for Pierce County residents.

Why It's a Great Department:

Pierce County Parks and Recreation manages more than 5,200 acres of parks, trails, and open space, ranging from community hubs to natural areas. We deliver diverse recreation programs and maintain the infrastructure that supports both active play and quiet connection with nature.

Our department is made up of four divisions: Park and Recreation Operations, Business Operations, Volunteer and Resource Development, and Park Stewardship and Infrastructure Delivery, working together to serve one of the most dynamic and fast-growing regions in Washington.

Guided by our mission to create livable communities, we provide opportunities for people to connect with nature, learn about sustainability, live healthy lives, and experience inclusive, thriving public spaces.

Joining Pierce County Parks means being part of a forward-thinking team that values collaboration, innovation, and community impact, where your work truly makes a difference every day.

Learn more about the Pierce County Parks and Recreation Department

What You Can Gain from Having Experience in a Job Like ThisYou will work as part of the team that supports the maintenance and repair of infrastructure throughout the Pierce County Parks system.

You will gain knowledge of the broad scope of hands-on work that keeps our parks and facilities functioning.

Your work will be instrumental in providing Pierce County residents with safe and enjoyable parks and facilities.

Success in this position offers a great foundation for future professional growth within the Parks Department.

Nature of the WorkYou will be responsible for performing a wide variety of maintenance and repair tasks for grounds, buildings, structures, and equipment within the Parks Department.

You will learn and participate in maintenance activities associated with a variety of skills and trades.

If you’re ready to learn and grow, come be a part of a fantastic team of professionals dedicated to improving the park system for the citizens of Pierce County! Core Daily Responsibilities

• Perform general parks maintenance work such as, but not limited to weeding, trimming, and mowing
• Perform maintenance work such as but not limited to facilities cleaning and upkeep
• Assist with setup, maintenance, and tear-down of equipment for special events
• Assist with closing park operations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to safely lift, push and pull 50lbs
• Ability to work all terrains in all weather conditions

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.

Additional 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.gov/jobs.
• If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.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 place people are proud to call home?