Facilities Assistant

Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Perform daily duties associated with general park grounds keeping which include, but are not limited to:
Weed various flower and shrub beds, using garden trowels, hand forks, round point shovels, and related hand gardening tools in accordance with landscaping guidelines.
When needed, manually irrigate lawns, trees, and other park landscaping.
Remove debris from the fountains and beach area.
Maintain appearance of all gravel pathways and concrete walk and patio areas.
Clean exterior surfaces of building and landscaping as needed.
Manually pick up litter and debris from park grounds and deposit refuse in designated collection containers.
Monitor and ensure the proper operation of all facilities
Maintain lighting by conducting lamp checks and replacing lamps as needed.
Maintain lamp inventory and provide purchase request to manager. Or Lead
Maintain fountain pump debris strainers, cleaning as necessary.
Maintain vertical surfaces in pavilion, completing wall repair and painting.
Walk and/or drive automated vehicle, as requested or required, in order to perform duties throughout the park grounds.
Act as park ambassador in dealing with park visitors.
Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
High school graduate or equivalent.
One year previous experience in the grounds keeping or custodial fields or equivalent work experience desired.
Good written and oral communication skills in which a strong command of the English language can be demonstrated.
Ability to maintain and operate necessary equipment.
Ability to gain knowledge of Museum policies and procedures as applicable to facility maintenance and knowledge of the protection of works of art.
Highly motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to interact with the public and with co-workers professionally and tactfully. Adhere to Museum policies and support management decisions in a positive, professional manner.
Ability to obtain or currently possess a valid Washington State driver’s license with a clean driving record. Must be insurable to drive a SAM vehicle when necessary.
Ability to work with members, the public, and co-workers professionally and tactfully, follow museum policies and procedures, and support management decisions in a positive, professional manner.