Park Worker - Grounds Maintenance

Position: Park Worker - Grounds Maintenance (Extra Help)
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parks & recreation maintenance facilitytime type:
variable time posted on:
posted todayjob requisition :
jr100163
** note: current employees must use the*
* ** career section to apply for this position.
**** employee type:
** supplemental (seasonal)
** department:
** parks and recreation
** salary:**$17.13 - $20.00
** overtime eligibile:
** yes
* * job posting date range:
** 01/23/2026 - until filled
** job summary:
** note: this posting will be used to fill approximately 25 extra help (no benefits) vacancies for the 2026 season. Applicants need only apply once to be considered.
Park worker 1: performs limited skill maintenance tasks and duties related to parks, recreation and golf department operations under general supervision of qualified staff.
Park worker 2: performs all tasks required of park worker 1 as well as semi-skilled maintenance tasks. Work is performed under general supervision, but more independently and with greater skill than a park worker 1.
Park worker 3: performs all tasks required of park worker 1 and 2 as well as tasks requiring considerable skill. Work is performed under limited supervision; incumbents may train and function in a lead/supervisory capacity over lower-level employees.
Park worker 4: performs all tasks required of park worker 1, 2 and 3. Expected to be proficient in maintenance tasks requiring considerable skill. Incumbents are expected to train and function in a lead/ supervisory capacity for lower-level employees. Work is performed independently, under minimal supervision.
** job description:
** examples of duties:
** park worker 1**: performs limited skill maintenance tasks including but not limited to janitorial services, refuse collection throughout the property, mowing turf, and pruning shrubs.  May be required to drive county owned vehicles as part of job duties.

** park worker 2**: in addition to the tasks outlined for park worker 1, performs semi-skilled maintenance tasks which may include working with hand-held tools, operating small/light duty power equipment (e.g. Small riding lawn mower), towing small equipment with a work truck, etc.

** park worker 3**: in addition to the tasks outlined for park worker 1 and 2, performs tasks requiring considerable skill which may include conducting more complex special projects and performing a variety of skilled trades and maintenance tasks.  Work includes the use of small power equipment, the operation of medium duty equipment (e.g. Trucks up to 25,000 gvw, compact pickups) and riding equipment.  

Diagnoses and conducts minor repairs to power and hand tools.  May assign, direct and coordinate the work of others.

** park worker 4**: in addition to the tasks outlined for park worker 1, 2 and 3, performs skilled construction, maintenance and equipment operation tasks.  May plan, schedule and coordinate project or facility maintenance assignments; assigns, directs and coordinates the work of others.minimum requirements:
** park worker 1**:
any combination of training and experience which demonstrates knowledge and abilities for the assignment.

** park worker 2**:
three (3) month combination of training and/or experience which demonstrates knowledge and abilities for the assignment.  Experience in a parks or outdoor work environment is preferred.

** park worker 3**:  six (6) month combination of training and/or experience which demonstrates knowledge and abilities for the assignment.  Experience in a parks or outdoor work environment is preferred.
Prior lead/supervisory experience may be required for those positions which have this responsibility.

** park worker 4**:  one (1) year combination of training and/or experience which demonstrates knowledge and abilities for the assignment.  Experience in a parks or outdoor work environment is preferred.
Prior lead/supervisory experience may be required for those positions which have this responsibility.

** special requirements for all positions**
* ** background check:
** all positions require successful passing of a criminal background check.
* ** driver’s license:
** all positions require a valid driver’s license.selection factors:possess a demonstrated knowledge, skill and ability for the particular assignment.
** additional information:
** supplemental positionshere are just a few reasons:
** community impact:
** many people find fulfillment in public service, knowing their work has a positive impact on the lives of spokane county residents. Whether through public safety, infrastructure projects, or social services, employees can make a meaningful difference in residents' lives while contributing to the overall well-being and development of the community.
** diverse job opportunities:
** spokane county employs a diverse workforce, offering positions in fields such as law enforcement, social services, animal control, parks and recreation, administration, and more. This diversity allows for many…