Alder Lake Park Aide

Position Description

Tacoma Power is accepting applications for Seasonal Park Aides at the Nisqually Hydro Project's Alder Lake Park located in

Eatonville, WA

. This Hydro Project generates clean, renewable electricity.

Embrace the great outdoors and join our dynamic team as a Seasonal Park Aide, where you'll be part of a community committed to maintaining the beauty of our park. Revel in the joy of physical activity and engaging tasks that make a positive impact on both nature and the experiences of our visitors.

As a Park Aide, you will play an integral role in meeting and executing Tacoma Power’s values of safety, belonging, customer focus, integrity, and respect and in the ongoing stewardship of the park. You will have the opportunity to welcome our many guests with a helpful smile, ensure our guest check-in process is seamless, and maintain the park facilities for the guest’s enjoyment. Your duties will include campground registration, customer service, restroom cleaning, lawn care, trash and garbage collection, caring for campsite condition, park improvement projects, and more. You will get to enjoy the outdoors while creating a friendly and inviting atmosphere for our valued guests.

Our Team believes in the power of a positive and enjoyable work environment, where your contribution goes beyond routine tasks – it becomes a celebration of nature and community and maintaining a great park for everyone to enjoy! Join us in this unique Seasonal opportunity to turn physical work into a delightful experience, surrounded by the stunning scenery of our beloved Alder Lake Park.

If you're 18 or older and ready to embark on a journey that combines physical activity, camaraderie, and the beauty of nature, consider becoming a Park Aide! We invite you to be a part of our team and play a pivotal role in preserving the charm of our park for generations to come. This is a temporary position, providing the perfect opportunity for those seeking a flexible assignment that aligns with the Summer season.

Park Aides are required to wear provided uniform shirts. Positions are typically scheduled to work 40 hours a week including weekends and holidays throughout the camping season. Daytime and evening shifts are available. Please note, the park does not provide seasonal housing.

Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

- Some experience performing grounds maintenance, mowing and weed eating, or similar manual labor;

- Completion of the eighth grade.

Licenses, Certificates And Other Requirements

Valid Driver's License

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

This recruitment is being managed by Kye Merritt, if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn!

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

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Interested individuals should complete the online application.

Appointment will be subject to passing a background check and a pre-employment medical exam and drug screen. This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between the City of Tacoma and Teamsters Local 117.

Communication From The City Of Tacoma

We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or neogov.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.

Should you have any questions about this position please call Human Resources at (253) 591-5400 before 5pm on the closing date.