Parks Maintenance Specialists - 2 Positions

Parks Maintenance Specialists - 2 Positions

Salary

$74,268.00 - $90,252.00 Annually

Location

Tukwila, WA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26-00020

Department

RECREATION

Division

PARK MAINTENANCE

Opening Date

04/22/2026

Closing Date

5/8/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits

Description

The City of Tukwila is seeking two (2) Park Maintenance Specialists. These positions will work with the Lead Maintenance Specialist and fellow crew members to implement the maintenance management plans to meet the desired service levels of the Tukwila Parks, Trails, and Open Space system. The Parks Maintenance Specialist performs skilled maintenance activities related to the ground maintenance of City parks and/or facilities; City landscape and operating equipment which does not require a commercial drivers license.

About the City

The City of Tukwila is 9.6 square miles of opportunity and a dynamic place to work. The population is over 22,000 at night and up to 150,000+ during the day. Tukwila shares borders with the Cities of Seattle, Renton, SeaTac, Burien, and Kent. Its central location lies in the heart of the Puget Sound region, sitting 12 miles south of downtown Seattle, 17 miles north of downtown Tacoma, and just east of SeaTac Airport. It is easily accessed by I-5 and I-405 or via either of Tukwilas two train stations, the Sounder Station or the Sound Transit Light Rail Station.

About the Department

Tukwila Parks and Recreation is home to over 150 acres of open space including parks, multi-use trails, Foster Golf Links, and the Tukwila Community Center. The mission of the Tukwila Parks and Recreation is to enhance the quality of life for residents, businesses and visitors through a quality system of public spaces, programs and events that enhance and promote opportunities for health and fitness, personal growth, relaxation, community connection, civic engagement, and environmental stewardship.

Mission Statement

To provide superior services that support a safe, inviting, and healthy environment for our residents, businesses, and guests.

Core Values:

Caring - We support the diverse community we serve with compassion, empathy and kindness.

Professional - We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards and act with integrity and transparency. We are respectful and courteous with all.

Responsive - We are timely and effective in the delivery of great customer service. We continually strive to find innovative ways to improve.

Why Choose the City of Tukwila?

• Competitive salary with annual step increases.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, plus a retirement pension plan.
• Paid holidays as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Salary Range:

$ 6,189 - $ 7,521 per month. represented by the Teamsters Local Union #763

Note: We don't typically hire at the top of the range.

How to Apply:

Applicants MUST apply online, complete the application, and submit a cover letter and resume.

Initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the "education" and "work experience" section of your application in government jobs website. In order to be considered for this position you MUST apply on-line and complete the entire Application.

Please include related experience in Park maintenance or any other additional work or volunteer experience as a training associate in grounds keeping, landscaping, or construction laborer experience related to commercial landscaping.

Veteran's Preference

Veterans Preference is available in accordance with state laws. Attach DD214 or NGB Form 22 for eligibility.

Selection Process

The City of Tukwila is an equal opportunity employer and strives to employ a diverse workforce reflective of the community it serves. Qualified applicants with multicultural experience and/or backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

This selection process may include but is not limited to evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, testing, and interviewing. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at humanresources@tukwilawa.gov.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of skilled activities in maintaining and repairing City grounds, facilities and equipment including such activities to include mowing, trimming, fertilizing, aerating, spraying, and repairing turf; developing and designing landscaping beds; diagnosing and treating landscape problems; performing grounds maintenance activities such as trimming, planting, pruning, and maintaining vegetation, shrub beds and trees; applying pesticides; and recycling to include chipping and mulching.
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains structures, playgrounds, fences, tables, and fountains.
• Assembles materials and equipment for service requests including loading trucks with supplies and materials.
• Performs skilled work involving operation of vehicles which does not require a commercial drivers license, such as flail mowers, backhoes, tractors, and front-end loaders. Performs operational checks and simple maintenance activities; reports needed repairs.
• Maintains and performs routine repair of irrigation systems, to include installing and repairing irrigation heads, valves, irrigation pipes, signal wires, timers, and pumps.
• Maintains reasonable, predictable, and regular attendance during the standard work week.
• May inventory supplies and make minor purchases as needed.
• Maintains sports fields to include planning and scheduling maintenance; grading; maintaining field surfaces and structures; and lining, dragging, and preparing fields.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):

• Maintenance and repair methods and techniques in area of assignment;
• Basic grounds keeping and equipment maintenance techniques;
• Safety precautions applicable to area of assignment;
• Tools and equipment used in area of assignment; and
• Systems maintained in area of assignment.

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

• Using equipment and tools properly and safely;
• Applying customer service techniques;
• Operating vehicles requiring less than a commercial drivers license;
• Establishing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels and with the public; and
• Communication, both oral and written, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Education, Experience and Other Requirements

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and two years of related maintenance experience in area of assignment as described on this posting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

• Valid State of Washington Drivers License;
• First Aid and CPR certification; AND
• Washington State Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicators License must be obtain in six (6) months from hire date.

Desired Qualifications:

• Communication and customer service skills;
• Ability to learn a varied skill set related to facility, landscaping, and park maintenance;
• Possession of a valid State Drivers License, and a safe driving record; AND
• Ability to attend work on a regular, predictable basis as scheduled.

The City of Tukwila is an equal opportunity employer and strives to employ a diverse workforce reflective of the community it serves. Qualified applicants with multicultural experience and/or backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, mobility, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Duties are performed primarily outdoors in a variety of terrains, under a variety of weather conditions, including sun, rain, wind, mud, and snow, for periods of approximately eight (8) hours/day. Duties are frequently performed working alone, but may sometimes be performed as part of a work team. Conditions at work sites might include falling objects, loose footings, loud noises, construction equipment, and working in right-of-way, traffic, or roadways.

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The City of Tukwila offers a comprehensive benefit package to all regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents, including domestic partners (DP) and their dependents (a tax penalty applies to the DP portion of the premium). Part-time employees pay a pro-rated share of the premium.

Medical Employees have the option of choosing from the Citys self-insured plan that is administered by Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA) and is part of the Regence Preferred Provider network; or Kaiser Permanente, an HMO, for medical and prescription coverage.

Dental The dental plan is provided through the Citys self-insured plan (HMA) and covers preventative, basic, and restorative services to an annual maximum of $2,000. An incentive level applies to these services ranging from 70% to 100% coverage. Orthodontia is available for dependent children to age 19.

Vision Vision coverage is provided via Teamsters through Northwest Administrators, Inc. Coverage includes an annual eye exam and vision hardware.

Employee Cost Share Regular, full-time employees contribute a monthly premium cost share based on the coverage level elected.

2025 Coverage Level

HMA Employee Monthly Cost Share

Kaiser Employee Monthly Cost Share

Employee only

$50.28

$43.89

Employee & Spouse (or DP)

$105.91

$92.61

Employee, Spouse (or DP), 1 Child

$131.95

$115.44

Employee, Spouse (or DP) and 2 or more Children

$153.28

$133.88

Employee, 1 Child

$76.32

$66.72

Employee and 2 or more Children

$97.65

$85.15

Sick Leave Sick leave accrues at the rate of four (4) hours per pay period (pro-rated for part-time employees).

Vacation Leave After six months continuous employment, six (6) days of vacation is awarded and then accrues at the rate of four (4) hours each pay period (pro-rated for part-time employees). Additional vacation hours are accrued per pay period after years three (3) through fifteen (15) years of service, to a maximum accumulation of 384 hours.

Holidays The City of Tukwila recognizes eleven (11) holidays and two (2) floating or "personal" holidays each calendar year, unless otherwise specified in the labor agreement.

Retirement Membership in the Washington State Department of Retirement System PERS 2, PERS 3 or PSERS 2 plans, as applicable, is required. The employee and employer both contribute to the plans.

Deferred Compensation Employees may choose to set aside a portion of their earnings on a tax-deferred basis for retirement purposes. The City offers investment options through either Mission Square or Empower.

Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance A basic life insurance policy of $50,000 is provide for Teamsters represented employees at no cost. Supplemental life insurance is available at group rates through payroll deduction for employees and their dependents. A long-term disability (LTD) policy is provided for Teamsters represented employees at no cost. The policy provides for up to 60% of monthly salary replacement.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) A Flexible Spending Account (FSA) allows employees to set aside a portion of their salary, tax-deferred, to pay for out-of-pocket medical expenses, dependent care expenses, and/or adoption assistance.

HRA/VEBA Teamsters employees make a monthly contribution to individual VEBA accounts. These contributions are deducted via payroll deduction on a monthly basis. See the applicable Labor Agreement for specific details on the amount of the monthly deduction for each bargaining unit.

Employee Assistance Program The City of Tukwila contracts with an outside agency to provide confidential personal or job-related counseling and referral assistance to employees and their eligible dependents at no cost.

Longevity Pay Longevity pay is awarded beginning at five (5) years of service and increases at 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 years of service.

Pay Days Pay days occur on the 10th and 25th of each month (24 pay periods annually). Direct deposit of pay is available.

Employer City of Tukwila

Address 6200 Southcenter Boulevard

Tukwila, Washington, 98188

Phone (206) 433-1831

Website http://www.tukwilawa.gov