Grounds Maintenance Worker

ZipRecruiter; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join their grounds maintenance team. This role involves outdoor work, maintaining parks, and ensuring cleanliness in community spaces. Ideal candidates will have experience in landscaping or gardening and a commitment to safety. The position offers a temporary schedule with the chance to gain valuable experience in local government. Join a team that values individuality and supports a diverse work environment while contributing to the upkeep of beautiful community areas.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Experience required in grounds maintenance or landscaping.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawn and plant beds, including mowing and trimming.
• Ensure restrooms are cleaned and facilities are debris-free.

Skills

Comfort working outside rain or shine

Experience operating push and riding lawn mowers

Experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or gardening

Irrigation installation/repair experience

Commitment to safety

Job description

Calling all garden and landscaping enthusiasts who enjoy working outdoors! In partnership with Clark County, we’re seeking passionate individuals to join the grounds maintenance team.

LOCATION: Vancouver, WA

SALARY: $19.01

SCHEDULE: 30-40 hrs/week, Tuesday through Saturday 6:30 am - 3 pm, Temporary (5-6 months)

INDUSTRY: Government

THE ROLE

As an integral member of this tight-knit team, you will support the team’s mission to maintain the upkeep of Clark County’s parks. Your comfort working outdoors, interest in gaining experience working for local government, and dependable and prompt attendance are needed to succeed in this role! Proof of a valid driver's license, auto insurance, background check, and drug screen are required upon acceptance of a job offer.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Maintain lawn and plant beds
2. Lawn mowing, hedge trimming, pressure washing, leaf blowing
3. Empty garbage cans, pick up litter and keep the facilities clean and clear of debris
4. Ensure restrooms are cleaned and stocked
5. Load and unload materials from work trucks

SKILLS AND MUST-HAVES

1. Comfort working outside rain or shine
2. Experience operating push and riding lawn mowers
3. Experience in a grounds maintenance, landscaping, or gardening position
4. Irrigation installation/repair experience is a plus
5. Commitment to working with safety as a top priority

THE COMPANY

Clark County is a local government agency committed to maintaining the thriving community spaces enjoyed by our residents.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENT

NW Staffing Resources is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to reach diverse talent that represents the communities we serve and are committed to promoting inclusive work environments free from discrimination, harassment, and intolerance. Come join a team where individuality is valued and supported. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

This position is offered through the Vancouver Branch of NW Staffing Resources. When applying through nwstaffing.com, please click “Apply Here” and select the Vancouver Branch for immediate consideration. Or contact our office directly at [phone] to speak with a Recruiter.

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