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About Seattle Parks and Recreation: Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens and swimming pools. Our mission is to equip employees and the public for well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment and vibrant community. We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults and seniors. Delivering excellent customer service to all is a core value. Equity & Inclusion: Seattle Parks and Recreation commits to advancing equity and social justice in our department and in every neighborhood by growing a dynamic and diverse workforce, developing strong investments, growth opportunities and beneficial partner strategies as we acknowledge and pledge to close disparities created by historical practices which often hindered workforce development, environmental justice, access to quality open spaces, programs, and facilities. #OneSeattle About the Parks & Environment Division: The Parks and Environment Division is committed to the City's Core Values of equity, inclusion, learning, accountability, and stewardship so that we can each thrive in the workplace. Our values shape how we create and maintain a work environment that is based on care, consideration, and respect so we can best serve our communities and support one another as colleagues. General Laborers are assigned to a variety of work crews, in a variety of locations. Examples of crews, locations, and duties include grounds maintenance/horticulture, assisting with the maintenance of parks throughout the city; working on a roving crew under supervision; on a garbage packer truck; or on static assignment. This position will report to the Crew Chief. Please note that there are part-time and full-time positions available. Various Day, Weekend, and Evening positions are available. Provide manual assistance to other workers and use various types of hand and small power tools such as hammer, saws, axes, drills, weed eaters, backpack blowers, shovels, and scythes. Perform minor adjustments and repair to such equipment. Set out flares, traffic control devices and provide work site protection, as directed. Manually dig trenches, fence post holes, and other holes using hand tools; grub stumps; clean ditches, sewers and storm drains. Load and unloads materials, equipment, and supplies. Mow, edge, and trim lawns using hand or small horsepower mowers, edgers, and sweepers. Water and weed lawns, shrubs, and flower beds. Rake and clear litter. Clear brush and gather leaves. Saw, split, and stack wood. Perform routine custodial work at one or two community centers, or on a comfort station route without a lead worker. Supervision is immediately available by pager or telephone. Perform indoor and/or outdoor litter control and cleaning tasks. Assist in cleaning, painting, and sorting water meters to be repaired. Assist in the installation, repair, and maintenance of chain link fences, backstops, benches, signs and bleachers. Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: * Ability to perform general laboring/manual work, good physical condition, and the ability to work with hand and power tools is required. * Current State of Washington driver's license or evidence of equal mobility. You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities: Experience performing general labor, landscape maintenance, or horticulture work. The ability to work effectively as a team member in a diverse workforce. Excellent customer service skills. Good judgment, and strong problem-solving skills. The ability and willingness to work and communicate in a diverse workforce and community. The ability to make minor adjustments and repairs to equipment. An acceptable driving record. Special Working Conditions: May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time. Frequently required to lift objects weighing 50 pounds. May occasionally be required to lift objects weighing more than 50 pounds. Occasionally requires handling or working with toxic/hazardous substances. Required to work outdoors in all types of weather. May be required to work with other City and County agencies doing homeless encampment clean up. Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The full salary range for this position is $31.97 - $33.98 Hourly. Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle Parks and Recreation values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle Parks and Recreation encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020.Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation time, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: *********************************************************************************************************** Want to know more about Parks and Recreation? Check out our web page: Seattle Parks and Recreation - Parks | seattle.gov SPR's Core Competencies are: Accountability & Action: Holding yourself accountable for achieving goals, completing tasks, and delivering quality work. Demonstrating thoughtful initiative in actions and decision-making and promoting high quality standards. Equity and Inclusion: Supporting the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the City's commitment to workforce equity. Communication: Sharing and exchanging information and ideas with people in a variety of ways to help them understand and remember the information. Service: An ongoing commitment to base decisions and actions on the needs and priorities of the City. Teamwork: Participating as an engaged member of a team to achieve group goals. Effectively working with internal and external people to complete tasks and achieve work group goals.