Job Summary
This is semi-skilled physical labor requiring the ability to use and operate various tools, vehicles and equipment to maintain turf, plants, shrubs, and ground covers throughout County parks, facilities and right of ways.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Experience involving parks or grounds maintenance; landscape construction and/or maintenance or any other labor intensive work experience that directly involves the skills required to operate machinery, small tools, power tools, vehicles or equipment.
Must possess or be able to obtain at time of hire; a valid motor vehicles operators license.
Must possess or be able to obtain with five (5) months of hire, a Class B Commercial Drivers License. (CDL) with ‘N’ tanker endorsement.
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.
Knowledge of: Function and use of tools and equipment identified above; and safety practices required in grounds maintenance functions. Knowledge of principles and methods of grounds maintenance, irrigation systems, chemical application materials, horticulture, and stormwater facility maintenance is preferred.
Ability to: Perform heavy laboring tasks for extended periods in unfavorable weather conditions such as extreme heat or cold in a safe and efficient manner; work independently with limited supervision, respond to questions, complaints, and request for service from the general public in a courteous manner, understand and follow oral and written instructions and prepare written reports and schedules.
An online application is required. For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:
Salary Grade: Local 307.104 ($20.38 - $24.81) per hour
With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy.
Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people.