Grounds and Nursery Services Specialist

Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 2 Camp Murray, WA

The Washington Military Department (WMD) is seeking a skilled Grounds and Nursery Services Specialist to join our construction and facilities team, located at Camp Murray, WA. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the appearance, safety, and overall condition of our campus. The ideal candidate enjoys working outside, takes pride in quality work, and is committed to maintaining high standards of landscape care and maintenance.

This position works under the general supervision of the Building and Grounds Supervisor for the Camp Murray Region of the State Maintenance and Support Services (SMSS) Branch in the Construction and Facilities Management Office (CFMO). This position is responsible for performing general grounds care to include related maintenance and exterior custodial efforts.

This is a civilian position and does not require military service affiliation.

Protecting people is our passion. At the Washington Military Department, we combine our unique talents to create safer communities and ensure our neighbors and loved ones can recover from whatever emergency might arise. Our agency unites civilian employees with members of the Washington National Guard, creating a team that is deeply committed to public service. We go home at night knowing that our day‑to‑day work supports activities that truly make a difference.

Whether that's partnering with our communities to prepare for a disaster, leading an emergency response, hiring top‑notch talent or supporting at‑risk kids at our Washington Youth Challenge Academy - the Washington Military Department seeks to safeguard our way of life and those that call Washington home.

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In addition to job fulfillment, the Washington Military Department offers an excellent benefits package which includes exceptional health care coverage, a retirement savings plan and job training opportunities.

Landscape maintenance and development

• Mowing, trimming, and blowing of developed grounds.
• Blowing sidewalks, paths and curbs.
• Weeding of planted areas.
• Tree and shrub pruning and care.
• Mulch application/spreading.
• Pesticide application

Responsible for trash, recycling, and litter control

• Collect loose trash around the exterior of assigned buildings and facilities.
• Collect and empty exterior trash and recycling collection receptacles.

Irrigation troubleshooting and repair

• Inspect irrigation system to ensure operation is optimal and efficient.
• Upgrade, install, or modify irrigation systems.

Hardscape cleaning

• Pressure wash hard surfaces.
• Removal of debris.

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of experience involving grounds maintenance, gardening, plant care, cultivation, and/or landscape installation.

NOTE:

Must be able to obtain and maintain a current Washington State Pesticide Applicator License within six months of appointment date.

Experience:

• Landscaping and hardscape cleaning.
• Equipment repairs.

Working Knowledge of:

• Landscaping functions (mowing and irrigation).

Skills, Abilities, and

Competencies:

• Read plans and blueprints for landscaping related efforts.
• Use Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.) to develop documents in support of program requirements.
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion.

Background Investigation:
Must successfully complete the appropriate background checks required for employment and to obtain/maintain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC) in order to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret-level security clearance. Must be willing to sign releases of information and shall not have access to any investigative materials and files. The processing of background checks can take up to six months post-employment. Failure to successfully pass a background check may be cause for termination.

Union Shop Provision:
This position is represented by Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA).