Cowlitz Seasonal Park and Grounds Maintenance Aide

Tacoma Power is accepting applications for Seasonal Park and Grounds Maintenance Aides at the Cowlitz Project located in Silver Creek, WA. This list of applicants will also be used to fill vacancies at our Parks in Taidnapam Park, Mossyrock, & Mayfield.

Embrace the great outdoors and join our dynamic team as a Park and Grounds Maintenance Aide, where you'll be part of a community committed to maintaining the beauty of our park. Enjoy the joy of physical activity and engaging tasks that make a positive impact on both nature and the experiences of our visitors.

As a Park and Grounds Maintenance Aide, your responsibilities include welcoming guests with a smile, ensuring their check-in process is seamless, and maintaining the cleanliness of campsites and facilities. Dive into the fun side of work by participating in painting projects that add value to our Park’s surroundings. You will engage in ground maintenance activities from lawn mowing to weed eating.

Enjoy the outdoors as you handle tasks like garbage hauling, contributing to the overall cleanliness of the park and the creation of 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 Seasonal opportunity to turn physical work into a delightful experience, surrounded by the stunning scenery of nature.

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 and Grounds Maintenance 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 temporary position, providing the perfect opportunity for those seeking a flexible assignment that aligns with the Early Spring, Summer Season or Fall Season.

• Some experience in performing heavy manual work; completion of the eighth grade; or any equivalent combination of experience and training
• Some experience providing customer service preferred

• Valid Washington State Driver License required at time of appointment and maintenance thereafter
• Appointment is subject to passing a background check, pre-employment medical exam and drug screen

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

Interested individuals should complete the online application.