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City of Yakima Parks Maintenance Caretaker in Yakima, Washington
The Parks and Recreation Division is seeking seasonal parks caretakers to join a team dedicated to providing beautiful places and quality recreation opportunities that enrich the well-being of our community.
* *These are permanent seasonal positions that may be required to work weekends and will begin work on March 1st
There are currently two (2) positions open:
Yakima City Parks & Recreation - scheduled to work from March -- October from 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM (summer 6:00 AM -2:30 PM)
Tahoma Cemetery - scheduled to work from March -- November from 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (summer 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Must be at least 16 and have reliable transportation. Must have 6 months experience with lawn, grounds maintenance, and/or custodial work. Must pass background investigation regarding applicant's aptitude, character, judgement, credit, driving record and criminal history.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES: Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver's 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 $16.71 - $19.92 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 Yakima's 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{rel="nofollow"}.
Closes 01/03/2025
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