Parks Maintenance Worker

Parks Maintenance Worker City of Yakima - Yakima, WA

Posted: 8/15/2025 - Expires: 8/21/2025

Job ID: 292338633

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Job Description

The City of Yakima Parks and Recreation's mission is to provide beautiful places with quality recreation opportunities that enrich the well-being of our community!

This is a permanent seasonal position scheduled to work March through November, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM (summer 6:00AM - 2:30 PM).

This position may be required to work weekends and will begin work on March 1st.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in work related to lawn and/or grounds maintenance including landscape, maintenance, construction, repair or related duties. Must pass background investigation regarding applicants aptitude, character, judgement, credit, driving record and criminal history.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES :
Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State Drivers License.

BENEFIT PACKAGE:

The City of Yakima is a premier employer in the Yakima Valley with extensive opportunities for training and growth. The City offers a competitive benefit package including:

• Pay range $18.55 - $22.24 Hourly
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• FREE healthcare clinic!
• WA State PERS pension plan
• 2% contribution to a 457 deferred compensation plan
• Leave accruals:
  • Vacation Starting at 7.67 hours/month
  • Sick 8 hours/month
  • Personal holiday 2 days
  • Observed holiday 11 holidays
• Up to 5% bilingual/biliterate English/Spanish special pay
• Life Insurance
• Much more!

The pay range listed for this position is establish through the City of Yakimas Master Pay Ordinance in accordance with the Municipal Code and/or the applicable collective bargaining agreement. New employees generally start at step A with progression through the steps based on merit and successful performance evaluation.

View the complete job description and apply online at www.yakimawa.gov/jobs .

Closes 08/21/2025

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Job Summary Company Details Company City of Yakima Industry Other General Government Support Job Information Location Yakima, WA Job Type Full Time Seasonal Experience 1+ to 2 Years Career Level Entry level Education Level High School or equivalent Job Position 1 Position(s) Open Salary/Wage $18.55 - $22.24 /hour Up to 5% Bilingual Pay Duration Over 150 Days Additional Information Job Shift Days (1st shift) Testing Required Background checks Federal Contractor No Affirmative Action Plan No View More Jobs All City of Yakima jobs View similar jobs All Yakima, WA jobs