Park Operation and Maintenance Seasonal Help - Silver Lake

Salary: $21.00 Hourly
Location : Parks Headquarters - 3373 Mount Baker Highway Bellingham, WA 98226
Job Type: Seasonal - Full-Time/Part-Time
Job Number: TMP - PRK 0626
Department: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 06/01/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Summary
is hiring a seasonal employee to assist with operations at . Please apply if you are interested in working outside in our beautiful parks system this Summer!


The job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Under the supervision of the Parks Supervisor or Maintenance & Construction Supervisor, this position will perform a variety of tasks at County Parks. A typical workday may include anything from registering campers and collecting camp fees, to cleaning facilities, mowing lawns, or explaining park rules. The specific duties may vary.
Primary duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provide Park information to visitors and answer phones.
• Maintain Park facilities through light routine maintenance and janitorial services.
• Perform grounds maintenance work, such as cutting grass, weeding flower beds, pruning shrubs, raking leaves, and picking up litter.
• Maintain Park lawns using a mower, weed eater, trimmer, and various maintenance tools.
• Register campers, collect, sort and count revenue; prepare bank transmittals and deposits.
• Perform daily garbage collection and litter control.
• Clean restrooms and stock cleaning supplies.
• Clean rental properties and perform general housekeeping duties including washing windows, scrubbing floors, mopping, and sweeping.
• Drive light truck or other Parks vehicle to transport supplies and equipment within the park area, Haul refuse and garbage.

LENGTH OF POSITION:

• Typical seasonal positions are hired to work approximately (4) months full-time work and up to (2) months part-time work.
• Actual schedules will vary depending on assignment and department needs. Weekend shifts are typical.

PAY:

• $21.00/hour

If you have questions about job duties, contact Parks & Recreation at View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit the

Qualifications

• Must have a driving record that meets County standards and possess a valid driver's license at time of hire and throughout employment.
• Background check must meet County criteria
• Must be at least 18 years of age by the time of hire

PREFERED:

• Prior parks experience
• Experience with hand and power tools, and equipment
• Ability to clean and repair tools and equipment

UNIFORM:

• All temporary parks help employees are required to wear a uniform and will receive two shirts and a baseball cap upon hire. Employees are responsible for ensuring the rest of their attire is appropriate for work at all times, including proper footwear, long pants, etc. Jackets or rain gear may be worn as needed but are the responsibility of the employee and must not have visible logos or branding.

Distinguish yourself in public service and make a commitment to our future.

, Washington, is truly someplace special and a great place to call !
This position is not eligible for benefits.
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Please briefly describe your experience with grounds maintenance:
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Please briefly describe your experience with park operations:
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Please briefly describe your experience with janitorial work:
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Please briefly describe your experience with customer service:
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Please select which onboarding date you are available to attend (please select all dates you are available):

• June 22, 2027
• July 6, 2026

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What is the last date you are available to work?
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