Facilities & Grounds Technician — Fairgrounds

Walla Walla County; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Paid holidays

Job summary

Walla Walla County is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician for the Fairgrounds, responsible for indoor/outdoor maintenance, custodial duties, gardening and irrigation tasks. The role supports event prep and renter needs, with physical duties including lifting up to 100 pounds and driving required equipment.

The position is full-time during high season with benefits; part-time during low season; non-exempt; starting salary DOE with a stated hourly range of $21.69 to $29.05.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience maintaining grass, trees, shrubs, and operating related equipment.
• 4 years of increasingly responsible experience in building construction and general maintenance, including irrigation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds and facilities, indoor and outdoor, including custodial tasks.
• Assist with event prep and renter needs at the Fairgrounds.
• Operate and maintain grounds equipment following safety guidelines.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Ability to lift up to 100 pounds

Tools

Forklift license

Agriculture pesticide applicator license

Job description

Walla Walla County is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician for the Fairgrounds, responsible for indoor/outdoor maintenance, custodial duties, gardening and irrigation tasks. The role supports event prep and renter needs, with physical duties including lifting up to 100 pounds and driving required equipment.

The position is full-time during high season with benefits; part-time during low season; non-exempt; starting salary DOE with a stated hourly range of $21.69 to $29.05.