Landscape & Facilities Assistant, Olympic Sculpture Park, Full Time

Seattle Art Museum; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Landscape and Facilities Assistant to maintain the beautiful grounds of an iconic park. This role involves hands-on gardening, groundskeeping, and facilities maintenance, ensuring the park remains a vibrant space for the community. You'll engage with the public, support events, and work with a team committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you have a passion for horticulture and enjoy outdoor work, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a beloved cultural landmark.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Plan Contributions

Paid Time Off

Subsidized ORCA Card

Onsite Fitness

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year experience in groundskeeping or custodial work.
• Ability to operate various tools and equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscape integrity and perform groundskeeping duties.
• Ensure proper maintenance of park facilities and equipment.
• Support park programming and event setup.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Customer Service

Problem-Solving

Horticultural Knowledge

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Asana

Slack

Tools

Gardening Tools

Power Equipment

Chainsaws

Job description

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Landscape and Facilities Assistant at Olympic Sculpture Park is responsible for maintaining park grounds and facilities, with an emphasis on gardening needs.

FSLA STATUS

Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO

Senior Manager, Facilities and Landscape, Olympic Sculpture Park

COMPENSATION

$22.45 - $22.65 / hour

WORK SCHEDULE

This role typically works from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sunday through Thursday. Flexibility in schedule is required to support departmental or organizational needs as directed by your supervisor.

BENEFITS

Full-time SAM staff are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, LTD, A&D, and a Flexible Spending Account. Additional benefits include retirement plan contributions, paid time off, holidays, a subsidized ORCA card, museum memberships, onsite fitness, library access, Employee Assistance Program, discounts, and cab rides.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Park Maintenance

• Participate in daily park operations, including planning, coordination, and horticultural and artistic maintenance.
• Maintain landscape integrity, including pruning, removal of non-native species, and planting.
• Perform groundskeeping duties, including weed control, irrigation, and debris removal.
• Operate gardening tools and power equipment safely.

Facilities Maintenance

• Ensure proper maintenance of all park facilities and equipment.
• Perform cleaning, lighting, fountain maintenance, and storm drain upkeep.
• Supervise contractors and act as park ambassador.

Event Support

• Support park programming and event setup, including space conversions and logistics.
• Participate in event planning meetings and coordinate vendor deliveries.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 1-year experience in groundskeeping or custodial work.
• Experience with horticultural environments and native plants.
• Ability to operate various tools and equipment, including lifts and chainsaws.
• Customer service skills and ability to work professionally with the public.
• Strong relationship-building and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Zoom, Asana, Slack, and internet research.
• Valid Washington driver’s license and ability to pass background checks.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Primarily outdoor work with indoor spaces; involves working at heights, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working with hazardous chemicals.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

Seattle Art Museum values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups and are committed to an inclusive workplace.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Residency in Washington and successful background checks are required for employment.

MORE INFORMATION

Visit our Careers page for more details. Due to high application volume, inquiries about application status or hiring timelines will not be responded to; selected candidates will be contacted directly.