Parks Grounds Skilled Worker

Parks Grounds Skilled Worker

Salary

$73,044.76 - $91,801.28 Annually

Location

Parks Resource Mgmt, 16023 NE 8th St, Bellevue, WA

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

26-00306

Department

Parks and Community Services

Division

PCS Parks ResMgmnt Grounds

Opening Date

09/25/2026

Closing Date

10/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

TEAMSB

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Come Join the City of Bellevue!

Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the "Hiring Process" section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Job Summary

Do you have a background in municipal park grounds maintenance and operations? Are you interested in a career in government? We are looking for a Skilled Worker in the Parks Department Grounds Division to be responsible for grounds maintenance for City parks and sports fields. This position reports directly to the Grounds Crew Leader and performs park improvement projects, general landscaping, irrigation, responding to public questions, and working with full-time and seasonal staff.

Why Bellevue?

Bellevues Parks & Community Services builds a healthy community through an integrated system of exceptional parks, open spaces, recreation, cultural arts and community services. With 2,700 acres of parks and open space, Parks & Community Services provides a variety of traditional recreation and human service programs and activities that support the quality of life for all residents. At the City youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and being a part of the community vision. Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table, embrace the values of honesty, accountability and commitment to service, and take pride in the work they do. Youll work in an environment where being innovative, collaborative, and future focused are the status quo. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. Its what makes The City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.

City Council Vision Statement: Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past.

Bellevue Parks & Community Services Vision: In Bellevue everyone can connect to each other and to nature through experiences that help them to live, grow, and thrive.

Bellevue Parks & Community Services Mission: We build a healthy community through an integrated system of exceptional parks, natural areas, recreation, arts and culture, and a broad base of community services

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Mow, cut brush, pick up leaves, repair drainage and irrigation systems, grading, clear storm drainage, prune and fall trees, prepare surfaces for seeding/planting of vegetation, herbicide application, plant identification, arboricultural, install new landscapes, routine maintenance work, synthetic sports turf maintenance, skinned baseball infield grading, athletic field layout and striping, park enhancement projects, haul equipment on a trailer, work in in-climate weather, and respond to emergency weather events.

• Equipment - Must be able to operate or learn how to operate trucks with trailers, backhoes, chain saws, wood chippers, lawnmowers, blowers, power tools, sand-pros, tractors, edgers, pruners, and other various implements.

• Be self-motivated and able to perform maintenance tasks independently, solve problems, follow directions, work well with others, and finish projects successfully.

• Must be comfortable communicating and working directly with other employees and citizens.

• Must understand and demonstrate excellent customer service.

• Must be safety-minded, demonstrating safety practices at all.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to learn City of Bellevue policy, and procedures.

• Working knowledge of current municipal park maintenance standards and practices including turf management, plant identification, irrigation, and arboriculture

• Ability to identify horticultural issues and address solutions through proactive management of park and facility sites

• Knowledge of pesticide application procedures and requirements as required by WSDA

• Ability to provide central irrigation system control programming with Maxicom and individual stand-along controllers

• Knowledge of construction and maintenance practices, processes, procedures, and methods for park construction

• Skill in interfacing effectively in a complex and dynamic work environment.

• Skill in good listening and communication.

• Ability to work independently on complex tasks and non-routine matters.

• Ability to communicate with the public.

• Ability to read and understand technical construction documents, plans and blueprints.

• A demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning of diversity, equity & inclusion principles and a commitment to implement these principles in your work.

• Must pass a criminal background prior to hire.

• Current, valid drivers license is required.

Education and Experience:

• Two or more years of professional related experience in park grounds maintenance related to assigned functional areas.

• Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Washington State drivers license by the time of hire.

• Washington State Public Pesticide Applicator license (or obtain within six months of hire)

Supplemental Information

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.

• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

• The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 50 pounds.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet but can range to loud and dusty at construction and repair sites.

HIRING PROCESS

The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue, youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service, Stewardship, Commitment to Employees, Integrity, Innovation, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or recruiting@bellevuewa.gov. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

The City of Bellevue participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/IER_RightToWorkPoster.pdf

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For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.

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The City of Bellevue offers employees a comprehensive benefits package providing choice, flexibility, and value!

Please Note: Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees are not eligible for the below benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT 2) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan and any other benefits as required by law.

The following summary applies to fully benefited positions:

Medical

Employees are offered a choice of medical coverage through the Citys self-insured Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan or Kaiser Permanente (HMO).

Dental

Employees are offered a choice of two dental carriers with plans that offer regular checkups, x-rays, fillings, and crowns. Orthodontia is available through one of the carriers.

Vision

Employees are offered a choice of vision coverage through an annual exam-only plan or a buy-up plan which includes an annual eye exam and hardware coverage.

Retirement Plans - Employees are offered three retirement plans:

• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS): Mandatory participation (PERS, LEOFF or PSERS), depending upon eligibility.
• City of Bellevue Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT): Optional participation in this 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match contributions that vest on a 3-year schedule.
• Deferred Compensation Program (457 DCP): Optional participation in the supplemental Deferred Compensation Program also administered by DRS that allows tax-deferred savings into a variety of investments options.

Other benefits include:

More detailed information about our employee benefits is available at https://c2mb.ajg.com/cityofbellevue

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Survivor Income
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 11 observed holidays per year plus 2 additional personal holidays, vacation (standard accrual of 12 days a year), and sick leave (accumulated at the rate of one day per month)
• An ORCA Card bus pass
• On-site fitness center, and self service food/coffee options
• Career development and training programs
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Paydays - The City of Bellevue pays employees on the 8th and the 23rd of each month (24 pay periods per year).

Please note: The City of Bellevue does not participate in the Social Security Administration (SSA) program and employees do not earn social security credits. The mandatory DRS retirement pension plan provides the required social security replacement plan.

NOTE: This is a brief summary of the benefit programs for the Citys non-represented employees. Every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. Benefits for employees represented by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) may have different benefits. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a CBA, the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.

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APPLICANT NOTICE: Your answers below will be used to review this application. The experience listed here MUST match the work history provided in your application. If your answers do not align, you may edit your application before submitting. Please note, it is not acceptable to use "See Resume" or "See Above" in your answers below and we do not accept resumes as a substitute for a completed application.

• I confirm that the information provided here is consistent with my application.
• I do not agree with the statements above.

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Please select one of the following that best describes your highest level of education:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Vocation Training
• Associates degree
• Bachelors Degree or above
• None of the Above

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How many years of prior related experience in a park and/or grounds maintenance do you have?

• Less that 1 years of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 2-4 years of experience
• 4 or more years of experience
• No related experience

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Do you have a valid Washington State Drivers License or the ability to obtain one? Driving abstracts will be required at the time of hire

• Yes
• No

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Do you have, or ability to obtain, a Washington State Department of Agriculture Public Operators License within one hear of hire.

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate areas you have experience in: (select all that apply)

• Grounds Maintenance (parks, private, golf, etc)
• Irrigation Maintenance/Installation
• Sports field maintenance
• Horticulture experience
• Commercial landscape equipment
• Construction experience
• Pesticide application
• None of the above

Required Question

Employer City of Bellevue

Address PO Box 90012

Bellevue, Washington, 98009

Website http://www.bellevuewa.gov/