Senior Groundsperson

Senior Groundsperson

Salary

$82,909.63 - $100,979.01 Annually

Location

Parks Maintenance Center - 12006 120th Pl. NE, Kirkland, WA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202100831

Location

Parks & Community Services - PMO Supervisor 1

Opening Date

10/06/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

TEAM

• Description
• Benefits

Job Summary

This position is responsible for operations, maintenance and construction of parks, facilities, and public grounds.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Responsible for a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in one or more of the following trades/skills: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, mechanical, equipment operations, and horticulture.
• Responsible for the safety, cleanliness, and orderly appearance of parks, facilities, and public grounds.
• Responsible for proper use and maintenance of all tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Coordinate, record, and verify field activities at crew level, and ensure staff safety in a variety of maintenance/construction/landscaping activities.

Essential Functions: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Landscape City properties including designing planting plans, ordering trees, planting flowers, trees, and shrubbery. Monitor planted material for health and appearance. Prune trees and shrubs.
• Operate vehicles, equipment, and a variety of hand and small power tools as required to support park operations.
• Installation and repair of park facilities and amenities using skills in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, cement finishing, and mechanical skills.
• Perform routine service and maintenance (sharpening, lubricating, cleaning, etc.) on mowers and other equipment.
• Maintain and repair irrigation and drainage systems.
• Install brick and cement walkways, stairways, and park benches. Assemble and erect equipment such as swing sets, basketball hoops, etc.
• Cleaning of City facilities and parks including removing garbage and waste from public spaces and cleaning restrooms and other facilities.
• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance to City docks, buildings, pools, and other City facilities and equipment.
• Perform sports field maintenance over sanding, fertilizing, grass seeding, dragging, and leveling infields, mowing, watering, etc.
• Perform licensed pesticide applications utilizing Integrated Pest Management best practices. Ensure proper documentation and records are created and maintained appropriately.
• Accurately record work performed, including materials, hours, and equipment utilized in the City's asset management software.
• Performs interment duties at the Citys Cemetery.
• Direct the work of Groundspersons and seasonal/contingent employees.

Peripheral Duties:

• Performs functions as assigned in the City's emergency response plan in the event of an emergency.
• Act as Parks Lead in that person's absence.
• Support Leadperson with the training and development of Groundspersons and seasonal/contingent employees.
• Monitor work performance of Groundspersons and seasonal/contingent employees.
• Provide input to the Park Lead on operational matters.
• Inspect playgrounds.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot pool mechanical systems.
• Monitor inventory of supplies and materials and inform appropriate staff of the need to purchase reorder as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Why Kirkland?

Ranked as one of the most livable cities in America, Kirkland is an attractive and inviting place to live, work, and visit. We have big city vision while maintaining a small-town, community feel. If you are a candidate with the desire to join an organization looking to innovate into the future, the City of Kirkland is the place for you!

If you ask our employees why they love where they work, they will tell you about the great people, work environment, supportive leadership and City Council, and innovation.

We also invest in you!

Competitive Wages: We strive to maintain competitive compensation packages and work to provide wages that meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities of our employees.

Awesome benefits: The City offers benefits that are unmatched by most other employers. Please click on the benefits tab above to view more details.

Childcare Programs: To help address the challenge of reliable childcare, the City of Kirkland has agreements with two local childcare providers that offer discounted rates for our employees at 10 locations within 20 miles of Kirkland. Learn more!

Training and Career Development: The City of Kirkland believes in developing its employees. You will have access to training opportunities designed for career development and advancement based on your position, skills, and interests.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to coordinate field operations and crew responsibilities.
• Ability to identify and correct safety concerns.
• Ability to operate equipment associated with park operations and train less experienced staff in the operation of said equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to deal effectively with the public and park user groups.
• Operation of basic hand power tools.
• Ability to work independently.
• Positively interact with the public and park user groups, including working with volunteer groups.
• Must be able to deliver high quality service/products in a fast paced, efficient manner.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High School diploma or GED.
• Experience: 4 years of experience in park maintenance, construction, or closely related field.
• Or: In place of the above requirements, the incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate the individual's knowledge, skill, and ability to proficiently perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

• Must have a valid Washington State Commercial Drivers License with a Class A with air brake endorsement or must obtain within 12 months of hire (training paid by the City, license endorsement paid by the employee). Must have the ability to remain insurable under the City's insurance to operate motor vehicles.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain appropriate professional certifications based on the specific team which position is assigned.

Other

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

• Position works outdoors in all conditions, including inclement weather.
• Must be able to climb in and out of trenches, excavation, and construction equipment, and work at heights and on ladders.
• Must be able to lift and move bulky items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• This position operates a variety of equipment which are loud and vibrate while in operation.

Position requires a resume and cover letter noting how you meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of application. Applicants who are selected for next steps in the hiring process will be invited by phone or e-mail. Candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest possible date as screening, interviewing, and hiring decisions will be made through the recruitment period, until such time as the vacancy is filled with first review of applicants by 15th day of posting.

The City of Kirkland is a welcoming community where every person can thrive and grow. We value diversity, inclusion, belonging, and work together to support our community. We do this by solving problems, focusing on the customer, and respecting all people who come into the City whether to visit, live, or work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to creating a workforce that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. We encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply to our job postings. Persons with a disability who need reasonable accommodations in the application or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 425-587-3210 or Telecommunications Device for the Deaf at 711.

Final candidates for this position will be required to successfully complete a background check, consistent with applicable law.

This position includes a health insurance benefit package with 100% City-paid premiums for 1.0 FTE (medical/dental/vision for employee and dependents). Premium is prorated for less than 1.0 FTE positions with cost shared between City and the employee.

Participation in the Washington State DRS Public Employees Retirement System is mandatory for all eligible positions.

Other employment benefits include:

• 401b Municipal Employee Benefits Trust (MEBT) with 6.2% City matching contribution
• Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation plan
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) VEBA dollars with City contribution (City contribution depending on employee elected medical plan)
• Voluntary Flexible Spending Account for Healthcare and Childcare
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• City paid Life Insurance
• City paid Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Paid vacation (starts with 13 days first year may be prorated for part-time positions)
• Annual 12 paid holidays, including one floating holiday
• Paid sick leave accruals (benefit may vary based on applicable bargaining unit)
• Paid Management Leave for select leadership positions

Perks include:

• Alternative work schedules
• Free EV charging at Level 2 and 3 chargers
• Free ORCA card for public transit
• Access to onsite fitness center and secure bike storage at City Hall
• Free employee parking
• Childcare programs with discounted tuition rates
• Wellness and transportation incentives

For further review of City Benefits and Perks please visit https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits

Employer City of Kirkland

Location Parks & Community Services - PMO Supervisor 1 Address 123 5th Ave

Kirkland, Washington, 98033

Phone 425-587-3300

Website https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/Departments/Parks-and-Community-Services