How to Apply
- Required Documents
- Job Application (download here)
- Cover Letter stating why you are interested in the position (in Microsoft Word or pdf format)
- Resume including recent positions and list of qualifications (in Microsoft Word or pdf format)
- Three (3) Ways to Submit:
- Email us directly (click here)
- with Subject Line: “Parks Maintenance Worker”
- Drop off at City Hall (9 am-4 pm, M-F) (700 US-2, Leavenworth, WA 98826)
- Mail to City Hall (City of Leavenworth, PO Box 287, Leavenworth, WA 98826)
- Email us directly (click here)
These positions are open until filled, and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review date for applications is April 14, 2025.
Questions? Give us a call at City Hall (509) 548-5275.
Job Description Overview
CITY OF LEAVENWORTH
POSITION TITLES: Parks Maintenance Worker I, II, or Returning Seasonal (8 months)
REPORTS TO: Parks Supervisor
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
DIVISION: Parks
FLSA STATUS: Full-time, non-exempt
SALARY RANGES:
Parks Maintenance Worker (Returning Seasonal, 8 months): $4,460 – $5,482 per month
Parks Maintenance Worker I: $4,460 – $5,482 per month
Parks Maintenance Worker II: $5,314 – $6,532 per month
WORK SCHEDULES:
Parks Maintenance Worker I or II: The anticipated work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday with either 5, 8-hour days (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) or a 9/80 work schedule (6:00 AM – 3:30 PM). The 9/80 schedule consists of 9, 8-hour days over two weeks, with every other Friday off.
Parks Maintenance Worker (Returning Seasonal, 8 months): The anticipated work schedule for these positions is Thursday through Monday with either 5, 8-hour days (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) or a 9/80 work schedule (6:00 AM – 3:30 PM). The 9/80 schedule consists of 9, 8-hour days over two weeks, with every other Monday off.
BENEFITS: The City of Leavenworth offers excellent benefits including a 100% employer-paid, family medical/dental/vision plan premium; $255 employer HRA contribution per month; 1 day each of vacation and sick leave per month; 11.5 holidays plus 2 floating holidays per year; a DRS retirement plan, and comp time/overtime accrual.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The City of Leavenworth, an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), is now accepting applications for a full-time, union-covered Parks Maintenance Worker I or II, and Returning Seasonals positions (DOE). These positions will be filled contingent upon the experience, qualifications, and/or certification(s) of the selected applicant.
The Parks Maintenance Worker I, II, and Returning Seasonal assists in basic maintenance, which includes but is not limited to, maintenance and repair of irrigation systems, buildings and structures, sport fields, turf areas, trails, natural areas, amenities, playgrounds, play toys, cemetery grounds, headstones, restrooms, and which includes but is not limited to the essential functions listed to ensure safety, cleanliness, and aesthetic appeal, as well as to meet public needs and standards.
A pre-employment background check is required for the Parks Maintenance Worker I, II, Returning Seasonal positions and require a valid Washington State driver’s license on the date of hire with a driving record free of significant moving violations. For the Parks Maintenance Worker II position, possession of a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake restriction lifted is required, and individuals will be subject to applicable federal regulations, including random drug testing. In addition, the selected applicant must obtain and maintain a State of Washington issued Public Operator Pesticide License or Pest Inspectors License (either of which to carry the category of ornamental weed) within one (1) year of employment start date.
New employees holding regular positions must complete a probationary period of six (6) months.
For more information about the job and requirements, please see the full job description below.
