Seasonal Maintenance Worker, Parks

Salary: $22.00 - $26.00 Hourly Location : Sammamish, WA Job Type: Seasonal Job Number: 00272 Department: Parks and Recreation Division: Recreation Opening Date: 02/01/2026 Closing Date: 5/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: Non-represented The City of Sammamish is a safe, family-friendly suburb in the Seattle area. The community boasts amenities found in a much larger community, all while maintaining its small-town charm. Sammamish has quality neighborhoods, vibrant natural resources, high-quality schools, retail offerings, and an abundance of recreational opportunities. Description The City of Sammamish is recruiting for eight (8) Seasonal Maintenance Workers. Join us this summer and help care for Sammamish's amazing parks for between $22-$26 per hour. Wage will be dependent on experience. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis, apply today! This summer, you'll catch events like 4th on the plateau, Summer Concerts in the Park, and more. This role lasts a maximum of 4 months from the day of hire. Our seasonal maintenance workers provide support to our entire team so you may see weekday, evening, or weekend hours. You will work closely with our Lead Maintenance Workers and report to the Parks Resource Superintendent. GENERAL FUNCTIONS The City of Sammamish is recruiting eight (8) Seasonal Maintenance Workers to work up to four (4) months in Parks & Recreation throughout the summer. Wage will be dependent on experience. Because of the small size of the city staff, each staff member is expected to perform a wide range of field duties as may be required from time to time. This position is eligible to earn overtime for hours worked over forty (40) per workweek. SUPERVISION Work under the supervision of the Parks Maintenance Supervisor. Technical and field leadership provided by the Lead Maintenance Workers or other full time Maintenance Workers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform general maintenance duties including preparation of athletic fields at assigned city park sites or basic maintenance tasks including vegetation control; litter and trash collection; asphalt, concrete, gravel, and trail repairs. Operates a range of small powered equipment. Provides support for special events. May perform duties of similar complexity in more than one maintenance area as required or assigned. Perform routine tasks such as weeding, raking, watering, hand mowing, edging, shoveling, litter pick-up, cleaning and repairing trails, ponds, streets, grounds, and other public facilities. Assist other employees as assigned. May be required to possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver License and the ability to drive a city owned vehicle per established policies, procedures, and safety guidelines QualificationsNECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Ability to: Learn general principles of landscape & facilitymaintenance. Safely operate light-duty trucks, hand mowers, and a variety of hand tools used in maintenance. Lift up to 50 pounds and perform a variety of physical tasks and heavy labor. Get along with others and work as a member of a team. Identify work hazards and practice general safety procedures. Interact with the public in an effective, customer friendly manner. Communicate information effectively verbally and in writing. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Work independently without direct supervision in the field. Tools and Equipment Used: Equipment such as push mowers, light duty trucks; power edger, backpack & hand-held blowers and string trimmers; shovels, rakes, etc. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from high school or GED equivalent required. Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job. Ability and interest in outdoor maintenance work in all types of weather. Experience in maintenance or other related work preferred. Additional InformationPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed primarily in field settings. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of maintenance equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee often works near moving mechanical parts in outside weather conditions. The employee is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk; use hands or fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to sit, climb stairs / ladders; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Duties are performed primarily outdoors in a variety of terrain, under a variety of weather conditions, including sun, rain, wind, mud, and snow, for periods of approximately eight-twelve hours/day. Duties are frequently performed working alone but may sometimes be performed as part of a work team. Conditions at work sites may include falling objects, loose footings, loud noises, construction equipment, and working in right-of-way, traffic, or roadways. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Work schedule includes evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must be 18 years or older. Possession of a valid driver's license and good driving record is required. Will be required to wear safety-toed boots while working. Ability to conform to drug and alcohol testing requirements under the federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991. Applicants may be subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol tests and physical examinations. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from any background. The City will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set. The City of Sammamish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with United States Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, this organization provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. This position is not eligible for benefits.Seasonal/Part Time employees earn one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every forty (40) hours worked, per Washington State law. 01 This position offers a flexible start date between April 15 and July 15. Please confirm this timeframe works for you. Yes No 02 This position requires candidates to be 18 years or older. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No 03 Do you have a High School diploma or GED? Yes No 04 This position may be required to possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver License and the ability to drive a city owned vehicle per established policies, procedures, and safety guidelines. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-04-01