Position Opening:
Landscaping Specialist - Seasonal/Temporary
Want a career that makes a difference in your community?
Chinook Enterprises is taking applications for a Full-Time Seasonal/Temporary Landscaping Specialist to join our Landscaping Division in providing quality landscape maintenance to our contracts within Skagit County. Level I (entry level) and Level II (experienced) are welcome to apply! This position may have the opportunity to develop into Regular Full-Time, beyond the season.
OUR ORGANIZATION
Chinook Enterprises was founded in 1980. We are a non-profit designed to operate as a business, but with a social mission: supporting full participation in community life for people with disabilities or other barriers. Full participation must start with successful employment. To lean more about us, please visit https://chinookenterprises.org/
OUR GOAL
To help people live more productive and fulfilling lives by striving to gain competitive employment as well as inclusion in the community.
OUR ACTION
We demonstrate a positive environment to work, train, and provide service to our customers regardless of culture, age, gender, abilities, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, spiritual beliefs, genetic information, socioeconomic status, and language of origin. We prioritize diversity education for our staff and stakeholders and regularly assess our employee, customer, and stakeholder demographics to improve our effectiveness.
TO APPLY
We are committed to adding voices to our team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We encourage black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), military veterans and spouses, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ identifying individuals, and those with work gaps to apply and help us in our vision to realize a community that celebrates inclusion and diversity through innovative leadership and partnerships.
To learn more about the position and to apply, download our application and submit it with your Cover Letter and Resume: https://chinookenterprises.org/careers-at-chinook
Or apply in person at: Chinook Enterprises, 2026 Laventure Rd. Mt Vernon, WA 98273
POSITION SUMMARY
As requirements vary, this position description is a guideline and may change. The primary function of this position will include but is not limited to performing landscaping maintenance off-site through the community. This position involves a high degree of community visibility and requires a person to operate tractors, hand mowers, edgers, wheelbarrows and other landscape maintenance equipment. The ideal candidate will have general knowledge in the operation of this equipment. The functions listed below are general in nature and apply to all Chinook Enterprises Landscaping Specialists.
QUALIFICATIONS
For full job description with qualifications, please visit our website at https://chinookenterprises.org/careers-at-chinook/
Education & Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.
Knowledge of landscaping maintenance equipment operation, preferred. (Level I)
A minimum of one years’ experience in landscape maintenance required. (Level II)
Skills & Abilities
Able to use various types of hand tools and/or hand-held power tools and equipment.
Able to work in a high-paced environment in all types of weather conditions.
Must possess independent decision-making skills regarding accuracy and quality of assigned tasks.
Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
Must be detail oriented.
Must be willing to work non-standard working hours when contract needs demand.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must display initiative, ability to learn, flexibility, and self-discipline.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Must present and maintain a professional image to consumers.
Ability to adhere to corporate policies as detailed in the Employee Policies and Procedures Handbook.
Other
The selected candidate will be required to provide proof of the COVID-19 vaccination prior to hire, unless appropriately accommodated.
Required Washington State Driver’s license, basic vehicle liability insurance and be insurable.
Must be able to pass WA State Patrol and DSHS Background Checks.
Must have, or obtain, a CPR certificate within six months of employment or current certification upon hire.
SALARY & BENEFITS
Days and Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm
Starting Wage:
Level I: $16.73 - $20.00 DOE
Level II: $20.25 - $24.20 DOE
Benefits: As a Seasonal employee this position does not include Chinook Enterprises employee benefits. The company provides WA State Paid Sick Time, Unemployment Insurance and Labor & Industries Accident Insurance. We also offer quarterly incorporate massage and company provided mental fitness app Nivati. We have a great culture, flexibility, and offer training and development opportunities.
To find out more about our Landscaping Maintenance Division, check out our website:
https://chinookenterprises.org/grounds-maintenance/