Job Description
Salary: $19.31 - $25.69 Hourly
Location : Multiple THPRD locations - Beaverton, OR
Job Type: Part-time and Seasonal
Job Number: 25-00007
Department: Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (Multiple Departments)
Opening Date: 01/22/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Description Park Maintenance Openings! Join Tualatin Hills Parks and Recreation District (THPRD) for exciting opportunities in park maintenance! We are seeking friendly, motivated individuals in the Beaverton area who take pride in their work. This is a great opportunity to build leadership skills, work outdoors, and help maintain safe, beautiful parks for the community.
THRPD offers a 3% pay incentive for staff who utilize their bilingual or multilingual skills at work. Employees also receive free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for their household
Available Positions: Responsibilities: Assists with general ground and landscape maintenance, supporting the upkeep of park grounds, structures, and facilities. Operates related maintenance equipment and is responsible for a variety of duties, including landscaping, pruning, trimming, mowing, painting, and other general park maintenance tasks.
Pay rate range: $19.31 - $21.13 hourly
Responsibilities: Assists the Full-Time Park Maintenance Specialist in daily operations and supervises part-time staff. Tasks include landscape maintenance, playground inspection, restroom/litter service, irrigation maintenance, athletic field preparation, and equipment operation, along with other related duties as assigned.
Pay rate range: $19.72 - $22.21 hourly
Responsibilities: Performs turf and landscape maintenance for THPRD parks and Beaverton School District properties. Tasks include driving District vehicles, towing trailers, mowing, aerating, fertilizing, overseeding, and topdressing parks and athletic fields. The role also involves equipment and vehicle inspection and basic maintenance, along with other related duties as assigned.
Pay rate range: $22.82 - $25.69 hourly
Requirements: - Must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for park maintenance jobs.
- A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required.
- Hours and scheduling vary based on program needs and job classification.
Job Details and Application Procedure: - For more information on rates of pay, job duties, and qualifications, please review the hyperlinked job descriptions for each position.
- Our team reviews applications as they come in, considering preferred position and role suitability. If you're a strong fit, we'll reach out directly to discuss next steps.
- Applications on file will automatically expire after six (6) months. Candidates who still wish to be considered for these positions after the expiration date are encouraged to reapply.
THPRD does not accept resumes or cover letters, but rather we evaluate an applicant's work history and responses to supplemental questions on the application. Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience.
Job Classification Status THPRD is hiring for multiple positions with hours that vary based on program needs.
- Part-Time Variable (PT): Work an average of fewer than 29 hours per week, with less than 1,560 hours annually.
- Seasonal: Work up to 40 hours per week for a maximum of six consecutive months.
THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at
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What We Offer You Enjoy comprehensive benefits as a part-time employee, including access to a confidential Employee Assistant Program, complimentary drop-in visits to THPRD recreation facilities, discounts on various class offerings and more! THPRD is committed to providing flexible part-time employment options tailored to your individual needs.
PART-TIME VARIABLE (PT): Part-time variable (PT) employees work less than 29 hours per week on average annually. However, they have the option of working additional hours during periods like summer or winter months. PT are eligible to receive benefits such as Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay, Compassionate Leave, and Inclement Weather Pay (if required to work).
SEASONAL: Seasonal employment is temporary and allows employees to work only during certain times of the year, up to 40 hours per week for a maximum duration of six (6) consecutive months. Seasonal employees are eligible to receive benefits such as Holiday Pay, Compassionate Leave, and Inclement Weather Pay (if required to work). Effective February 15, 2026, seasonal employees will also be eligible to accrue Paid Time Off (PTO)!
Available to all classifications: Great Place to Work - THPRD is a certified as of June 2024!
- THPRD offers opportunities to participate in Employee Resource Groups, including employee-led affinity groups, a Transformation & Allyship Group, or the district's Welcoming & Inclusive Committee. These groups each support equity and justice-based work within the district. Participation is included as regular paid time for part-time or full-time employees. To learn more, visit THPRD's webpage.
- Bilingual employees who utilize their language skills in the workplace up to 10% of the time, can earn an additional 3% pay incentive. Effective February 15, 2026, the bilingual pay incentive will increase to 5%.
- Employee appreciation events, employee recognition programs and more!
Health & Wellness - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which includes, legal consultations and mediation, wellness and gym discounts, up to six (6) free counseling sessions, per counseling issue, life and career coaching, home ownership and housing support program and much more! All members of the employee's household are covered and may use EAP services.
- An Employee Wellness Program (EWP), allowing free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for you and your household
- Employees and their household can register for camps and classes during in-district registration and receive a 20% discount
Leave - Paid Time Off - Paid leave type for part-time variable employees. Paid Time Off (PTO), will accrue at a rate of one (1) hour earned for every 30 hours worked. This is in addition to Sick leave and may be scheduled by employees for any reason! Effective February 15, 2026 the accrual rate for PTO will increase to one (1) hour earned for every 23 hours worked and will include seasonal employees!
- The ability to accrue paid sick leave at a rate of one (1) hour earned for every 30 hours worked
- Family Medical Leave eligibility for qualified family and medical related reasons
- Paid compassionate leave is available to all part-time employees to grieve the loss of an immediate family member, to make arrangements (if necessary), and to attend memorial services. Employees are eligible for paid compassionate leave for up to the hours scheduled in their average work week.
Retirement - Available savings for retirement through a 457(b)-deferred compensation plan by contributing pre-tax dollars from your paycheck
Local Government - An opportunity to make a difference within your community through public service
- A variety of opportunities within local government that support your professional development and evolving interests! Opportunities to apply for internal positions, explore a variety of park and recreation careers, and gain meaningful experience.
- THPRD is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. For eligibility requirements and information, please visit the website
Community Partnerships - Seasonal discounts to community partners such as Nike, Adidas, and Columbia Sportswear
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Are you at least 18 years of age?
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Do you possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record?
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Which position are you applying for?
- Park Maintenance Tech
- Crew Lead
- Equipment Operator
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If you'd like to be considered for more than one position, please list all positions of interest.
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Please select the option that best reflects your number of years' experience in park or athletic field maintenance.
- No Experience
- Less than one year of experience
- At least one year of experience
- Two years of experience
- Three or more years of experience
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THPRD values bilingual and bicultural applicants. Please select the option(s) that best describe your language skills:
- No Bilingual/Multilingual skills
- Conversational Bilingual/Multilingual skills
- Fully Bilingual/Multilingual skills (I read, speak, and write fluently)
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Please briefly describe your experience using common landscape power tools or other equipment (string line trimmer, hedge trimmer, chainsaw, mowers, etc.).
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In addition to operating equipment, what makes you a good fit for this position?
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Please indicate which classification you are available to work? Select all that apply.
- Part-time employees may be scheduled 29 hours or less per week; year-round.
- Seasonal employees may be scheduled up to 40 hours per week for a maximum duration of 6 consecutive months. Seasonal employees may be rehired again 13 weeks after separation from seasonal employment.
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Will you be claiming Veterans Preference?
Required Question
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