Lands and Recreational Maintenance Worker - Seasonal

Lands and Recreational Maintenance Worker - Seasonal

Job Category: Power Production

Requisition Number: LANDS
002445

Wanapum Maintenance Ctr, Wanapum Maintenance Center, 505 Royal Ave NW, Beverly, WA 99357, USA

Grant PUD manages recreation sites and Project Lands within the Priest Rapids Project. The Lands and Recreation Maintenance Worker is an entry level bargaining unit employee. This position works under the supervision of a Lands and Recreation management position, other designated employee, or Foreman as assigned. This position assists with Grant PUD recreation and shoreline operations and maintenance to provide for a safe and enjoyable visitor experience.

This position will perform general recreation site and shoreline maintenance labor with in a variety of settings such as campgrounds, golf courses, boat launches, marinas, docks, swim areas, picnic areas, trails, recreation-related buildings, and undeveloped shorelines.

• Interact positively and professionally with the public and answer questions regarding recreation opportunities in the Priest Rapids Project.
• Perform duties relative to the assembly, installation, removal, operation and maintenance of recreation site equipment and facilities.
• Apply herbicides and pesticides at recreation sites and Project lands.
• Perform graffiti removal repair and repainting.
• Demolish and remove structures at recreation sites and on Project lands.
• Perform daily maintenance to tools and recreation site maintenance equipment.
• Perform general maintenance to overwater boarding floats/docks, boat basins, launches and swim areas debris removal.
• Perform irrigation operations and basic maintenance/repairs.
• Complete key/lock installation and repairs.
• Operate and inspect mechanical trash compactor, up to 30 cubic yards.
• Operate a variety of tools/equipment needed to complete LRM Worker tasks.
• Perform safety inspections at recreation sites, boat ramps, marine facilities, etc.
• Perform domestic water and wastewater system maintenance at Crescent Bar Recreation Area as directed.
• Specify, estimate and select materials for jobs.
• Assist Lands Specialists in planning and implementing activities including special events, campground management, shelter rentals, etc.
• Perform any duties of the Lands and Recreation Maintenance Aide.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Minimum 6 months as a LRM Worker, entry level.
• Demonstrate understanding on Lands and Recreation maintenance tasks by completing quality work in a timely manner.
• Apply herbicides and other chemicals while following all state and federal laws, regulation and requirements.
• Navigate the Priest Rapids Project to assist with projects at recreation areas and other Project Lands as required.
• Safely handle materials use in recreation site maintenance (physically and with equipment).
• Ability to safely and properly secure material for transport at highway speeds.

• Minimum 6 months as a LRM Worker Step 1.
• Demonstrate ability to independently operate landscaping and turf maintenance equipment in a safe manner.
• Demonstrate ability to safely connect and operate trailers.
• Ability to independently use various tools as required to complete all essential functions.

• Minimum 6 months as a LRM Worker, Step 2.
• Establish and maintain safe and organized work areas and shop practices.
• Install, service and repair locksets on recreation site buildings.
• Successfully estimate, select materials and order supplies for a small project.

Must possess a High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.

• Two or more years work experience in recreation or facility maintenance or in a related field such as arborist, grounds keeper, landscaper, etc. Or approximately 2+ years of responsible experience as a Lands and Recreation Maintenance Aide step 2 or similar.
• Valid WA State driver's license.
• Valid WA State Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) may be required.
• Washington State Boater Education Card.
• WSDA pesticide applicators license; must obtain a Washington State Department of…