Temporary Grounds & Nursery Specialist III

Olympic College; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Olympic College is seeking a Temporary Grounds Nursery Specialist 3 to care for the Bremerton, Poulsbo, and Shelton campuses. The role involves planting, pruning, mowing, irrigation, and general grounds maintenance, with duties including soil testing and applying chemicals as needed.

This 40-hour-per-week position starts at Step A with a salary between $41,820 and $55,596 per year and concludes December 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of full-time equivalent (FTE) experience in a related field of grounds maintenance, gardening, plant care, or landscaping.
• Valid WA State Driver's License.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Ability to work in inclement weather using mowers, edgers, blowers, pressure washers, and other equipment.

Responsibilities

• Clearing walkways, stairs, ramps, lots, and drains.
• Mowing, edging, and line-trimming to keep grass at the desired height.
• Keeping grounds free of trash and debris.
• Watering plants and maintaining irrigation as needed.
• Pruning, weeding, and removing undesirable vegetation.
• Cleaning outdoor fixtures and signs.
• Pest control and general grounds upkeep.

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

WA Driver's License

Lift 50 lbs

Operate weather gear

Tools

Mowers

Edgers

Blowers

Pressure Washers

Job description

Olympic College is seeking a Temporary Grounds Nursery Specialist 3 to care for the Bremerton, Poulsbo, and Shelton campuses. The role involves planting, pruning, mowing, irrigation, and general grounds maintenance, with duties including soil testing and applying chemicals as needed.

This 40-hour-per-week position starts at Step A with a salary between $41,820 and $55,596 per year and concludes December 31, 2026.