Solid Waste is hiring Seasonal - Grounds Maintenance Worker I employees!
Apply now! Candidates will be reviewed as applications are received.
Put some sunshine and variety into your workday. If you enjoy working outside and helping build a cleaner and more sustainable community, this seasonal work could be a great opportunity for extra income or the start of a new career.
This seasonal position pays $26.81 per hour with no interview required.
Join our Solid Waste team and APPLY now!
We're looking for dedicated, team-oriented, and reliable individuals with a passion for customer service to join our seasonal workforce! As part of a crew, you’ll take on a range of responsibilities including routine grounds keeping at Solid Waste facilities, assisting with general upkeep, operating a variety of light equipment, cleaning up illegal dumping sites, and roadside debris removal.
About the Job
Hours of work vary depending on which team you are assigned to. Groundskeeping hours are 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Litter Crew hours are 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Crews will be assigned on the first day of work.
There is a variety of work to be performed through summer, and early fall. Employment timeframe is between August 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026. Duties may include:
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Picking up trash from grounds and roadside
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Sweeping, raking, and spreading mulch, gravel, and soils
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Cleaning plugged outdoor drains and washing buildings, traffic surfaces and equipment
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Mowing, edging, weeding, watering grounds and landscaping
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Operating and maintaining a variety of light trucks and maintenance equipment
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Flagging
Candidates should be comfortable working outside and working in a solid waste environment. This position requires the ability to communicate effectively orally via radios with co-workers, leads, and supervisors.
Location
Cathcart Way Operations Center, 8915 Cathcart Way, Snohomish, WA 98296
This seasonal position pays $26.81 per hour and is typically scheduled for 40 hours per week. You will be assigned to work at one or more of the Solid Waste county locations.
Application/ Hiring Process Steps
All correspondence to the applicant is sent by email. Please add [email protected] and [email protected] to your "safe sender" list to ensure our emails do not go to your junk mail/SPAM box.
1. On-Line Application:
Complete and submit the on-line application. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position will move forward in the hiring process. The minimum qualifications for this position are: Must be 18 or older by start date, have WA driver’s license, and have one (1) year experience in construction, maintenance work or commercial gardening, landscaping, or yard care experience. Applicants will be hired in date order of application received.
2. Eligibility Register:
Applicants who pass the Minimum Qualifications will be placed on an Eligibility Register and then hired in order by the date their application was received. The Eligibility Register will expire on October 31, 2026.
3. Professional Reference Checking:
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For those candidates selected, Public Works will contact three (3) professional references.
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A professional reference is someone who has assigned and/or reviewed your completed work. Examples of acceptable professional references may include current or past supervisors/leads, coaches, tutors, or teachers/ professors.
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On your application, under "References" include at least three (3) professional reference contacts and verify you have provided their current email address and phone number. References are notified using the email addresses provided in the Reference Section of your application.
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Candidates will be notified in advance when references are contacted.
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Candidates are asked to notify their references that they will be contacted by Snohomish County via email and ask that they provide a timely response.
4. Conditional job offers:
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and complete the reference check process will be emailed a conditional offer notice with instructions on how to move forward in the hiring process. The conditions of the offer will include instructions and deadlines on these required steps. Deadlines are strictly enforced.
Washington State Department of Licensing Driver’s Abstract:
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Applicants will be emailed instructions on how to acquire and submit a current driver's abstract.
Criminal Background Check:
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Applicants will be emailed a link to complete and consent to an online background check.
Physical Abilities Test (PAT) and Drug/Alcohol Screening - August 2026:
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Applicants will be emailed instructions on how to schedule a required medical exam, Physical Abilities Test (PAT) and drug and alcohol screening.
The PAT will include a drug/alcohol screening, medical examination and Physical Evaluation Fitness Test performed by a qualified healthcare professional selected by Snohomish County. This is a laborer position involving a variety of routine manual labor tasks. This includes strenuous physical effort such as lifting objects weighing up to seventy-five (75) pounds. Because this job is considered safety sensitive, a drug screen test will be required prior to employment.
5. Final offer and start date:
Applicants who have met all the requirements of the Conditional Offer will be emailed a Final Offer Notice. The Final Offer Notice will include detailed employment information and requirements for your hire date/new employee orientation. Please note, per the collective bargaining agreement, the start date must be on or after April 1, 2026, and the end date must be on or before October 31, 2026.
About the Solid Waste Division
The Solid Waste division oversees the disposal of garbage, hazardous materials, and recycling throughout Snohomish County. With three full-service facilities and an additional four neighborhood and special items facilities, the division is focused on:
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Reducing overall waste from Snohomish County
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Promoting and emphasizing the reuse of items and recycling
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Handling household hazardous waste
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Providing garbage and recycling facilities for county residents
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Transferring garbage to the landfill or partnering with private vendors to handle recycled items
To learn more about the Solid Waste Division please visit: Solid Waste
About Snohomish County Public Works Department
Snohomish County Public Works is responsible for more than 1,650 miles of county roads, 210 bridges, and 202 traffic control signals, as well as processing nearly 600,000 tons of garbage per year. Its mission is to focus on safety and mobility while practicing fiscal responsibility and preserving the environment. Public Works has won numerous state and national honors for its work and is the largest department within Snohomish County government with approximately 550 employees plus seasonal staff. Visit the Public Works webpage to learn more.
When joining Public Works, you will work in an environment where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are highly encouraged and supported. We are invested in your success and growth, and a friendly diverse team atmosphere where employees are appreciated and make a real difference in providing services for our residents.
To learn more about Snohomish County Public Works, visit Snohomish County Public-Works.
About Snohomish County
Snohomish County, north of Seattle, is located in northwest Washington between the Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains. The county has rich scenery, numerous activities, and a thriving economy. Snohomish County is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family.
Snohomish County - The Future We Choose
For information about this job opportunity and posting email: SPW-Recruitment
QUESTIONS? Email [email protected] or call Lynn Seely at 425-262-2812 or text 425-760-0966 with your questions.
