Facility Maintenance Worker I - Parks & Fair

Salary : $55,779.12 - $71,189.88 Annually

Location : Monroe, WA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 2026-CNR7231R-JAN

Department : Dept of Conservation & Nat Resources

Division : Parks & Recreation

Opening Date : 01 / 15 / 2026

Closing Date : 2 / 5 / 2026 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Description

If you enjoy working with people, enjoy variety in your day, are not looking for a desk job, then consider joining the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Parks, and Fairgrounds Maintenance team. Parks is hiring Facility Maintenance Worker I - Parks & Fairgrounds employee.

If you are hardworking, team oriented, reliable, and, customer service driven, this full time position is a great opportunity!

You will be assigned to a crew performing a variety of tasks providing professional customer service and support for year-round schedule of events at the Evergreen State Fair Park. This position will work a swing shift Wed-Sun 2 : 30pm - 11 : 00pm. This position will also be required to work a rotating schedule in support of the annual Evergreen State Fair. Management reserves the right to adjust schedules as needed to support events and staffing needs.

Your strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to provide excellent customer service to the public will make you successful in this role. Candidates should be comfortable working independently, outside, operating equipment, and providing professional customer service. Must be willing to work non-traditional schedule to include swing shift and weekends. You must have a valid State of Washington Driver's License.

Duties assigned will include :

• Event setup, turnover, and customer support.
• Grounds and facility preparation and cleaning for and during scheduled events.
• Building maintenance and repairs, construction, carpentry, painting, plumbing, masonry.
• Operate and maintain a variety of vehicles and construction equipment such as, pick-up trucks with and without trailers, forklift, boom-lifts, light duty tractors, loaders.
• Snohomish County ambassador.

Job offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

About the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)

The Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) includes the Division of Surface Water Management, the Division of Parks & Recreation, the Office of Energy and Sustainability and the Office of Agriculture and aims to achieve high-priority environmental sustainability goals.

About Parks & Recreation

Parks & Recreation manages almost 12,000 acres of parks and open space; over 110 park properties; 100s of miles of trails and access to fresh and saltwater shorelines. Major regional park assets such as the Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Kayak Point Park, Lord Hill Park and the Centennial and Interurban Trail systems host local, regional and national events that draw over 4 million visitors each year to Snohomish County.

Parks plays a critical role in building livable and sustainable communities. They contribute to the health and wellness of individual citizens and communities by providing safe places to walk, swim, ride, run, recreate and play. County parks, events, trails and open space are on the front line of regional economic development efforts. Each year the region receives more than 50 million dollars in positive economic impact through camping and overnight lodging, special events and tournaments, environmental education and tourism that take place in Snohomish County parks and recreation facilities.

Some of the greatest assets we have in Snohomish County are our unparalleled beauty and abundant natural resources. From the Puget Sound and five watersheds, to forestland, lakes, farms, ranches and parks, our quality of life, economic prosperity and future sustainability are dependent on protecting and improving our environmental resources. Visit the web page to learn more.

About Snohomish County

Snohomish County is located in Northwest Washington between the Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains. The county has rich scenery, numerous activities, and a thriving economy. is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family. When joining DCNR, you will work in an environment where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are highly encouraged and supported. We are proud to offer an outstanding s package to employees and their dependents. We are invested in your success and growth and offer competitive wages, job flexibility & stability, employer paid ORCA cards, and a friendly, diverse team atmosphere where employees are appreciated and make a real difference providing services for our citizens. We strive to not only provide a meaningful job, but a lifelong career.

Snohomish County - The Future We Choose

Benefits

Snohomish County will be invested in your success and growth. We demonstrate this by offering a generous compensation package to our employees. Your salary is only part of your Total Compensation Package. Our benefits include :

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Job Duties

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

One (1) year of experience in construction and maintenance work; OR, any equivalent combination of training and / or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass job-related tests.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SEASONAL

High school diploma or GED required, previous experience in grounds and parks maintenance is desired, OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

PHYSICAL EFFORT

The work involves a variety of manual labor tasks requiring some strenuous physical effort, such as lifting objects weighing up to seventy-five (75) pounds.

SUPERVISION

Employees report to Facility Lead worker or follow the direction of a senior level facilities maintenance worker as assigned. The work is performed under general supervision and may be spot checked to ensure timely completion and compliance with instructions, procedures, and standards. Specific instructions are given for unusual or nonroutine tasks.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather at work sites throughout the county. The work may involve working at considerable heights.. Employees are exposed to a variety of hazards such as working near traffic, around heavy equipment, and are exposed to dust fumes, hazardous chemicals and inclement weather.

Employees are subject to call out to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary to ensure the safety of the public or ensure the integrity of department owned property, shift work may be required of some positions.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.

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County Benefits

Voluntary Benefits

Healthcare Premiums

Note : Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the County's to learn more.

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Following are a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job-related experience skills and qualifications. Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application. The employment history and education detailed in your general application must validate to support your response to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review / selection process. A resume will not substitute for the general online application or supplemental questions; responses such as "see resume" or "see application" will not be considered. Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be supported by your general application / work history and by your references?

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Do you have a valid Washington State Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days of employment?

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Do you have one (1) year experience in construction and maintenance work; OR, any equivalent combination of training and / or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities?

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Do you have a valid First Aid / CPR card, OR; do you have the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment?

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Do you have a Flagging and Traffic Control Card, OR; do you have the ability to obtain one within twelve (12) months of employment?

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The following essay questions will be scored to determine whether or not you advance to the interview stage. You must score at least 70% to qualify for an interview. Candidates with passing scores will be ranked by supplemental score. The top scoring candidates will be invited to an interview. IMPORTANT : Using AI to generate your responses may result in a lower score or disqualification from further consideration. Do you understand that the scores on this portion of the supplemental will determine your eligibility and ranking for an interview, and all experience MUST be documented in your employment history?

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Essay Question Essential job functions of the Facility Maintenance Worker - I Parks & Fairgrounds performs a variety of minor building repairs including basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, mechanical, and building maintenance duties. Describe your experience performing these tasks. Minimum 1 paragraph.

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Essay Question Please describe your maintenance experience in supporting large scale event support, set up / tear down and customer interactions. Describe the number of years of related experience in such work settings. Give specific examples of task you have performed. Minimum 1 paragraph.

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Essay Question Please describe your experience operating equipment such as forklifts, dozers, tractors, backhoes, or similar equipment. Describe the number of years of related experience in such work settings. Give specific examples of task you have performed. Minimum 1 paragraph.

Required Question