Seasonal Laborer - Parks & Public Facilities

Now Hiring for 2026 Seasonal Positions

The City is looking to hire seasonal laborers in Parks & Public Facilities for the 2026 season. Weekday and weekend coverage hours will be needed. Recruiting now for those available to start working in March 2026, with the season ending in October 2026.

The wage for this position is set by the IUOE Collective Bargaining Agreement, starting at Step A: $18.13.
Position Salary Range: $18.13 - $20.13

Performs manual labor in a variety of tasks in the maintenance of City parks and facilities on a seasonal (temporary) basis. Duties performed will vary depending on area of assignment as well as tasks performed during peak season activities. Subject to after hours and weekend work as needed.

• Valid driver's license.

• Eighteen (18) years of age or older.

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.

• Prior experience with Parks and Facilities with the City of Richland or other similar organization.

• Experience working in a team environment with the ability to maintain a positive and proactive attitude.

• Customer service experience.

• Professional appearance and demeanor.

• Experience balancing productivity with quality.

• Ability to complete a task while working with minimal on-site supervision.

• Experience working in an outdoor environment with extreme temperatures (hot/cold) and wind.

• Lawn care maintenance experience including operation of hand & power tools/gas powered equipment.

Duties listed are representative of the types of tasks and functions performed by positions of this class of work. Percentage of time and rank of importance of duties are not listed since both will vary by position and work location. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Performs general maintenance and cleanup of grounds, facilities, and other assigned areas.

• Assists in turf placement, seeding, fertilizing, and maintenance.

• Performs fertilizing using a push spreader.

• Assists in the repair of irrigation systems and piping up to 4-inches.

• Prepares and maintains ball fields to game conditions.

• Plants flowers and small shrubs.

• Assists in the repair of park equipment and facilities.

• Assists in playground installation.

• Removes litter and debris.

• Paints over/removes graffiti, and assists with other painting assignments.

• Performs janitorial work.

• Cleans wading pools and splash pads.

• Tests wading pool, and adds chemicals as needed.

• Operates equipment to include: light trucks; small dump trucks; compactor truck; and ballfield machine.

• Operates mowing equipment to include: riding mowers; skag mowers; hand powered mowers; and 72" riding mowers.

• Operates gas powered equipment to include: backpack blower; string trimmer; edger; vacuum; sod cutter; pressure washer; weed whacker; snow blower; aerator; and small hand and power tools.

• Operate City vehicles and equipment in a proper and safe manner.

• Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

Specific and realistic knowledge, skills, and abilities typically necessary to competently perform this job.
Knowledge of:

• General principals of grounds and landscape maintenance activities and vegetation control.

• Proper tools and equipment required for performance of assigned duties.

• Safe use and proper care and usage of hand tools and small powered equipment.

• Laws pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles and safe driving practices.

• Applicable health and safety policy, procedures, and practices.

Skills and Abilities

to:

• Operate light duty vehicles and battery, electric, or fuel powered equipment.

• Utilize hand and power tools used in performance of duties.

• Follow oral and written instructions.

• Follow safe work practices and observe safety rules and precautions.

• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Work independently and perform semi-skilled tasks without close supervision.

• Meet schedules and timelines.

• Work cooperatively with others.

• Adhere to work policies and procedures as established by the City and assigned supervisor.

• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Demonstrate the City's shared values of Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence, and in accordance with department expectations.

• Use Technical/Functional Expertise:Displays an appropriate depth of knowledge and skills as required for the position and commensurate with the time in class. Uses technology as appropriate for the position. Seeks additional knowledge and information to continually enhance knowledge in areas of specialty.

• Be Accountable for Performance:Actively shows responsibility, reliability, and trustworthiness. Ensures work and information are complete and accurate. Admits mistakes and looks for ways to improve. Models self as dependable and reliable.…