Parks Maintenance Worker I

Shoreline is an inclusive City that endeavors to build a work culture which embraces diversity, encourages participation, and promotes equity.

This job is represented by Local Union No.763. First consideration will be given to internal Local 763 members who express written interest in this job to Human Resources during the first 5-day period of this posting notice.

NOTE: The posted salary includes the 2026 COLA increase.

Schedule:This position is scheduled to work Saturday through Wednesday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

DEFINITION To perform a variety of semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of park equipment and facilities; to operate a variety of park maintenance vehicles, equipment and tools; and to perform a variety of tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility; basic landscaping maintenance including planting, trimming, watering, mowing, raking, clearing debris; preparation of ball fields, tennis courts and shelters; trash pick-up and graffiti clean-up; inspect parks and facilities for damage, vandalism, broken equipment or hazardous conditions; assist in tree removal; operate a variety of vehicles, gas powered equipment or power tools.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry level class in the Park Maintenance Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Park Maintenance Worker II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series including basic maintenance and work under the guidance of a Parks Maintenance Worker II or Senior Parks Maintenance Worker.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives immediate supervision from assigned supervisory or management staff.

ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions:

• Perform basic maintenance, repair and landscaping duties in City parks, grounds, and related facilities.
• Perform a variety of duties in the planting and maintenance of landscaped areas consisting of bushes, trees, flowers, shrubs, and lawns; water, mow, weed, trim, renovate, and fertilize lawns; rake leaves and clear debris from walks, fields, courts, and other facilities.
• Install, repair, and inspect playground equipment, fences and other related parks equipment and facilities.
• Operate and maintain landscaping and maintenance equipment including City vehicles, turf mowers, blowers, weed eaters, chippers, sprayers and power tools.
• Maintain landscaped areas; apply fertilizers and pesticides as needed.
• Maintain athletic fields; clean and maintain tennis courts; clean and prepare shelters in parks.
• Inspect parks for damage, vandalism, broken equipment or hazardous conditions and report findings to supervisor.
• Pick up trash and remove litter from all City parks and grounds; perform graffiti clean-up.
• Perform routine maintenance on all park drinking fountains.
• Understand and adhere to safe work practices and procedures.

Marginal Function:
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Knowledge of:
Basic principles and practices of parks maintenance and repair.
Basic principles and practices of tree removal.
Materials, tools and equipment used in grounds maintenance.
Basic methods and techniques of landscaping.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to:
Participate and work effectively in an organization committed to advancing principles and practices of equity and anti-racism.
Perform semi-skilled and skilled construction, maintenance and repair of parks and related facilities and equipment.
Conduct routine inspections of parks, including equipment and facilities.
Learn to apply herbicide and pesticide.
Maintain landscaped areas.
Perform heavy manual labor.
Learn to operate a variety of parks maintenance vehicles, equipment and tools in a safe and effective manner.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including City officials and the general public.
Be available to respond to emergencies and natural disasters (including weather events) both during and outside of regular working hours.
Perform heavy physical labor in all weather conditions.

Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
One year of park maintenance, landscaping, groundskeeping or similar experience.

Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

License/Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid first aid/CPR certificate.
Possession of valid state-issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record according to the City's Using City Vehicles administrative policy linked here.

Possession of valid flagging certification.

Note:
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing state/federal pre-employment background checks and a skills assessment.

WORK CONDITIONS:

Environmental Conditions:
Field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease; potentially hazardous chemicals; inclement weather conditions; work around heavy construction equipment; work at heights on scaffolding and ladders; work on slippery or uneven surfaces.

Physical Conditions:

Essential and marginal functions may require walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; heavy, moderate or light lifting and carrying; pulling, pushing, reaching; kneeling; repeated bending; operating motorized equipment and vehicles; mid-range to distant visual acuity for inspecting parks and related facilities.

Remote Work Eligibility

Position is not eligible for remote work based on the job responsibility and duties of the position that require job tasks to be done exclusively onsite as outlined in the Employees Working Remotely policy.

Application Process:
To demonstrate skills and interest, please complete the application and provide answers to the Supplemental Questions which will help us determine your qualifications for the job. (This application does not allow for attachments.)

Conditions Of Employment:

• Establishment of employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• Prior to the start of employment, this position requires:
• A successful completion of a practical skills assessment.
• A successful completion of reference checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• A successful completion of a criminal background check.
• A valid state-issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE:

• Review of applications: December 23
• Skills Assessment: Week of January 5
• Panel Interviews: Week of January 5
• Background and/or reference checks: Week of January 12

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application or interview process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. To request an accommodation, please call