Job Description
JOB Based on our internal equity review process, the starting hourly wage for this position will be $26.28. The full-salary range for this position is $26.28 - $32.69 per hour.Work where you play!Join our team at Parks Tacoma to put your skills to use serving your community and making Tacoma a vibrant, healthy, and welcoming place to live. Who We AreParks Tacoma is a CAPRA-accredited and AZA-accredited, independent park district that leads efforts to build a healthy, sustainable community. Located in Tacoma, Washington, Tacoma Parks’ mission is to create healthy opportunities to play, learn, and grow. The independent park district spans the city providing a wide range of life-enriching destinations and services, including 70+ parks, 80+ miles of trails, 1,000+ acres of urban forest, 66 playgrounds, four community centers, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Point Defiance Park, and much more. Our work is guided by eight core values that are the foundation of our actions and goals: innovation, excellence, equity, inclusiveness, sustainability, accountability, safety, and fun. Why You’ll Love it HereCome work where you play! You will contribute to the overall vitality and well-being of your community when you work for Parks Tacoma, and you’ll do so as part of a supportive team of committed, passionate, and mission-driven professionals. The people of Parks Tacoma are the key to its success, and you just might be the next great addition to our team. You’ll receive a competitive wage, along with an attractive benefits package, including medical, dental, retirement, vacation, holidays, and much more. On top of that, you’ll wake each day knowing that you’re helping make Tacoma a great place to call home.Position InformationUnder the direction of the Operations or Assistant Operations Manager, perform a variety of zoo custodial duties, minor facility repairs and grounds duties. This position may also provide work direction to seasonal staff.In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to: Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Perform custodial and cleanup functions as required; clean restrooms, toilets, sinks, mirrors, inside/outside walls, drains and gutters . Perform annual deep cleaning.Mow, rake, edge, weed, fertilize and water lawns, gardens and related zoo grounds areas.Plant, fertilize, water, trim and prune shrubs, trees and flowers as assigned.Sweep, blow or shovel debris from walks and driveways; gather and remove trash from grounds.Prepare rooms or facilities for special functions; move furniture, equipment and other objects as required.Sweep, mop, and clean floors; vacuum carpets and rugs. Perform deep cleaning of carpets semiannually.Learn the safe operation of equipment such as backpack blowers, weed eaters, mowers, edger, carpet extractor, buffer, vacuums and golf cart.Install/remove seasonal lighting exhibits; remove and replace light bulbs. Operate all types of cleaning equipment, forklift, highlift or other specialized equipment.Assist zoo maintenance workers in the installation and maintenance of furniture, fences, playground equipment, cabinets, and shelving.Assist in general maintenance, repair, and construction work in the various maintenance trades, including carpentry, plumbing, HVAC and painting.Perform related duties as assigned. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION This position is a represented position with the International Union of Operating Engineers.HOURS: 40 hours per weekAnticipate schedule will be 1 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Friday - Tuesday.ENVIRONMENTIndoor and outdoor environment.Driving a vehicle to conduct work.Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors.Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditionsNoise from equipment operation.PHYSICAL ABILITIES: Standing and walking for extended periods of time.Bending at the waist.Pushing and pulling maintenance supplies and equipment.Lifting and moving furniture and objects weighing up to 75 pounds.Climbing ladders.Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.Climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps.Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate hand and power tools and equipment.Hearing and speaking to exchange information.Heavy physical labor.HAZARDS: Working at heights on ladders or scaffolding.Working with and around machinery having moving parts.Exposure to fertilizer fumes, pollen and dust.Fumes from vehicle and equipment o