Position Description

Tacoma Power is accepting applications for a full-time Hydro Park Aide at the Nisqually Hydro Project's Alder Lake Park located in Eatonville, WA. This Hydro Project generates clean, renewable electricity while supporting high quality outdoor recreation.

Embrace the great outdoors and join our dynamic team as a Hydro Park Aide, where you'll help maintain the beauty, safety, and functionality of one of Tacoma Power’s parks. This is a hands-on, year-round position that combines physical work, customer interactions, and stewardship of natural resources that make a positive impact on 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 our customer’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 full-time, year-round 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 full-time, year-round position, and an excellent opportunity to begin a rewarding career in outdoor recreation.

Park Aides are required to wear provided uniform shirts. This position will be scheduled to work 40 hours a week including weekends and holidays throughout the year. Please note, the park does not provide seasonal housing.

Qualifications

Equivalent combination to one (1) year of experience or training which provides the background required to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties of the classification.

Licensing, Certifications And Other Legal Requirements

State of Washington Driver's License required at time of appointment with maintenance thereafter

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Outdoor and indoor environment; subject to noise and fumes from equipment operation and adverse weather conditions
Frequently required to lift heavy objects; intermittently lift objects weighing more than 50 pounds
Frequently required to climb, bend, pull and stand for extended periods of time
Requires the ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays and / or flexible schedules

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!

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Details:

Hourly Rate: $21.70 - $23.93

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City of Tacoma’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

A Commitment to Equity & Diversity

At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

Application Process

Interested individuals should apply online by completing the application and attaching a resume and cover letter by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications received without attaching the required materials may not progress in the selection process. Applicants who have the strongest backgrounds related to the responsibilities of this position may be invited to participate in the interview process, which may include a work problem. Appointment is subject to passing a background check.

Get Assistance

For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement.

For technical difficulties using the NEOGOV system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.

Communication with the City of Tacoma

We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from Tacoma.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should 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 email folders.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

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Do you have at least one (1) year of experience or training that demonstrates the knowledge and skills needed to perform the essential duties of this classification?

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Do you possess a valid Washington State driver's license, or the ability to obtain one by time of hire?

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This Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the application process; accordingly, it should be completed carefully. Do not indicate "see resume" or copy unrelated content from your resume when answering these questions. Answer all information requested in each question. Failure to do so may result in rejection of your application. I certify that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.

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Responses to supplemental questions must be original content created by the applicant using their own words. The use of online tools or resources to create responses, such as Artificial Intelligence (ChatGPT, etc.), Google, Bing, etc., or plagiarism in any form, is considered cheating and falsification of the application. I understand that any form of cheating or falsification will disqualify my application for further consideration.

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Describe your experience performing grounds maintenance or lawn care. Make sure to include the types of equipment you have operated and which you believe you are proficient in operating.

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Describe your customer service experience, including specific examples, and explain how it relates to the responsibilities of this position.

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Describe a time you were successful dealing with a difficult customer. What steps did you take? Did the customer leave happy?

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Describe how you contribute to creating a positive work environment, including specific examples.

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Give an example of a time you worked particularly well under a great deal of pressure. How did you handle the situation?

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One of the City's Principles that guides us is Equity. Describe what equity means to you and describe any experience you have working with diverse groups of people.

Required Question

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