This temporary seasonal position (up to 6 months of work from May 2021-November 2021) will assist with grounds maintenance by maintaining lawns and landscape surrounding the treatment plant.

WHO MAY APPLY:  This position is open to all qualified applicants.  
 
The work associated with this position will primarily be performed onsite; this is not a telework position. Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required by the department in alignment with the Public Health Directive from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer.
The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.

Work Location: West Point Treatment Plant — 1400 Discovery Park Blvd., Seattle.

Work Schedule: This position can work up to 40 hours per week and is overtime eligible. Workweeks may vary depending on work assignment. Some shifts may include weekend work. Hours of operation are from 5:30 a.m. to midnight, Sunday through Saturday.

Duties include operating mowers, high-pressure washers, pruning tools, maintaining sprinklers and related equipment. Assist personnel in maintenance and cleaning of facilities including floors, windows, and various surfaces; hose various tanks, sidewalks, and surrounding areas. Assist maintenance and operations personnel by performing general laborer duties including clean-up, moving of furniture and equipment, and operating county vehicles.

Preferred skills and experience: 

• Experience in the safe operation of hand and power tools

• Experience in the safe operation of hedge trimmers

• Experience in the safe operation of industrial pressure washers

• Experience in the safe operation of power lawn mowers

• Forklift certification (highly desired)

• Pesticide certification / License (highly desired)

Required:

• A valid and unencumbered driver’s license

• A pre-employment physical, review of driving record and reference checks (to be completed prior to final job offer)

Application and Selection Process: Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness including online application, cover letter and resume, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position.

• King County application

UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by Wastewater S.E.I.U. Local 925.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Rodney O. Dungo
Human Resource Analyst
rdungo@kingcounty.gov

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