Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 5
SALARY: $1,762.4 - $1,898.4/month ($25.32 - $27.28/hr) for a 16 hour per week schedule
LOCATION: Lynnwood, Washington
DESCRIPTION:
This classified position is responsible for the care and upkeep of approximately fifty acres of campus grounds, and reports to the Grounds and Recycling Manager. Position works with other grounds and landscaping staff, faculty, students, and administration, as well as the horticulture department in the planning, development, and maintenance of all outdoor spaces. Outdoor spaces include lawns, gardens, green spaces, bioswales, jogging trails, sidewalks, plazas, raised walkways, parking lots, and access roads. Grounds maintenance activities continue year-round to ensure the campus is beautifully landscaped, safe and clean. Position is also responsible for assisting the recycling department and the hazardous waste programs to ensure that the campus is operating in an environmentally responsible way, minimizing waste products and practicing sustainability.
This is a permanent part-time classified position reporting to the Grounds Manager.
Applications received by August 10th, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST will receive priority consideration. Applications submitted after this deadline may not be reviewed unless a second round of review is deemed necessary. Position is opened until filled.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Coordinate, plan, and perform grounds maintenance programs and landscape projects.
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Collaborate with implementing the College Facilities Master Plan and special projects by assisting in planning and cost development of campus landscapes, existing landscape installations, maintenance, and renovations.
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Assist in EHS programs, which includes recycling and stormwater maintenance.
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Complete training, licensing, and certifications applicable to responsibilities.
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Operates power and motorized equipment, such as light tractors, front-end loaders, sweepers, backhoes, trucks, chippers, lawn mowers, forklifts, lawn edger, blowers, line trimmers, hedgers, chainsaw, and lawn vacuums. Maintain hand tools and other mechanical equipment relevant to grounds work.
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Pressure washing of outdoor surfaces and structures, striping of parking lots and fire lanes, installation and upkeep of outdoor signage, and some structure maintenance.
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Submit requests for supplies and equipment.
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Manage daily work orders in the database.
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Be able to work outside in all types of weather and conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Able to lift 50 pounds and handle larger weights of equipment, materials, debris, and supplies with assistance or appropriate equipment.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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One year of experience in gardening, grounds maintenance, nursery, parks, or related activity.
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Current driver¿s license.
(See Conditions of Employment section for additional requirements.)
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Degree in horticulture or closely allied field, OR equivalent experience in grounds maintenance.
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Ability of work independently and as part of a team.
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Ability to work under stressful situations and manage stress appropriately.
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Ability to prioritize unplanned projects while performing daily duties.
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Ability to accomplish repetitive tasks.
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Ability to work effectively with populations representing diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and abilities.
PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The position requires working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements; climbing ladders and scaffolding, working at heights, stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching and climbing. The ability to lift 50 pounds and move 100 pounds or more is required. The ability to manipulate hand equipment requiring repetitive arm-hand movements is essential. Operating a motor vehicle requiring a standard driver's license and other types of heavy equipment is essential. Cleaning up minor spills that may require PPE gear is required. Effective communication skills, both oral and written, are essential. This includes the ability to speak clearly and fully comprehend written and spoken English, and will include communication with people for whom English is a second language.
WORK SCHEDULE:
This is a permanent part-time classified position for a 16 hours per week schedule. The work schedule is flexible but must be from 5AM to 5PM Monday through Friday. This position is considered an essential personnel position that is required to work when needed during events such as snow storms or emergencies related to Grounds issues even when the college is closed.
Salary range 43. Beginning salary is $1,762.4 - $1,898.4/month ($25.32 - $27.28/hr) for a 16 hour per week schedule, with progressive increases to $2,096. This position is not eligible for benefits. Paid PTO/Sick leave on an accrual basis.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
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You must document your citizenship or employment authorization within three days of hire.
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Criminal background check. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant¿s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
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All new positions are contingent upon funding.
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At this time, Edmonds College does not sponsor H1-B Visas.
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Complete, sign, and submit Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct
All applicants must apply online. No paper submissions or emailed materials will be accepted. Your online application must include the following documents in order to be complete:
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Current resume.
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Cover Letter addressing your qualifications and interest
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Names and contact information for three references.
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For veterans¿ preference, please scan and attach your DD214, Member-4 Form.
Important, if this position is posted on an external website other than www.edmonds.edu/hr or Edmonds College Job Opportunities page, please apply using one of those official links. Applications submitted through external websites will not be received in the College¿s application system.
Established in 1967, Edmonds College is a public community and technical college serving south Snohomish County. The college is guided by a mission centered on Teaching, Learning, and Community, with a strong commitment to academic excellence, student success, and community engagement. It serves about 18,000 students annually, including more than 800 international students from more than 55 countries. The college offers nearly 66 associate degrees and 111 professional certificates in 30 programs of study. Its highest enrolled programs are the Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degrees, Paralegal, Allied Health (pre-nursing degree), Business/Accounting, Construction Management, and Culinary Arts. The college is located in the center of the growing south Snohomish County communities of Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Brier, Mill Creek, Mukilteo, and Woodway. For more information, visit www.edmonds.edu.
The college provides equal opportunity in education and in employment per state and federal law. The college prohibits discrimination against any person due to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (gender), disability, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. For questions about our nondiscrimination policy or gender equality and athletic teams, contact Kathy Smith (Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator/Investigator); Clearview Building, Room 122B;
[email protected], 425.640.1814.
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of Edmonds College¿s commitment to safety and security on campus, the College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Edmonds College¿s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.edmonds.edu/student-services/campus-safety-and-emergency-preparedness/clery-act/default.html.
