Parks Maintenance Worker

***The City of Yakima Parks and Recreation's mission is to provide beautiful places with quality recreation opportunities that enrich the well-being of our community!***

***This is a permanent seasonal position scheduled to work March through November, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM (summer 6:00AM - 2:30 PM).***

***This position may be required to work weekends and will begin work on March 1st.***

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in work related to lawn and/or grounds maintenance including landscape, maintenance, construction, repair or related duties. Must pass background investigation regarding applicant's aptitude, character, judgement, credit, driving record and criminal history.

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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 $18.55 - $22.24 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**](http://www.yakimawa.gov/jobs){rel="nofollow"}**.**

**Closes 08/21/2025**

**EOE**