Molbak's Plant Farm
I. Summary:
The Wholesale Cashiers at Molbak’s Plant Farm is responsible for providing the friendliest and most efficient service possible to customers during both check-in and check-out. Our Wholesale Cashier is not only highly knowledgeable about wholesale operations, but also familiar with the plants and products offered at the Farm, our daily and seasonal specials, as well as the needs of our wholesale customers. Cashiers are key customer service providers whose interaction with each person who shops at Molbak’s Plant Farm results in that customer’s complete satisfaction.
II. Essential Functions & Primary Areas of Responsibility:
· Conduct every transaction with each customer in a friendly, efficient and accurate manner
· Provide accurate information regarding prices, specials, discounts and other selling information
· Secure tills at the beginning and end of each shift
· Maintain an attractive and safe sales and checkout area.
· Assist with stocking and merchandising, including any display set-up and maintenance
· Other duties as assigned
III. Minimum Qualifications:
1. Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
2. Ability to operate a cash register and/or other transaction machinery
3. Proficiency in keyboarding and/or 10-key data entry
4. Ability to count and secure cash, receipts, coupons, and other transaction artifacts
5. Ability to work standing, lifting, bending and walking for prolonged periods
6. Ability to repeatedly lift and move up to 50 pounds
IV. Work Environment:
Indoor, outdoor and greenhouse wholesale operations, with potential exposure to extremes of weather and temperature.
How To Learn More and Apply
Complete job descriptions are available on-line or by request 425-398-5100
Apply on-line: Go to www.Molbaks.com and click on the “Careers” link.
Via email: Send your electronic resume to employment@molbaks.com
In-store: See our Employment Board in the Reception Area near Home & Gift
Request an application by mail: Call our Receptionist at 425-398-5100
For more information: Call our employment line at 425-398-5122
Friday, March 28, 2008
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Landscape/Grounds Maintenance Technician -$14.74+/hr
Clover Park Technical College
4500 Steilacoom Blvd. SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
www.cptc.edu/hr/
Opens: March 21, 2008
Closes: April 4, 2008 or Until Filled
VACANCY NO. 78OE4
POSITION SUMMARY
The primary functions and responsibilities of the Landscape/Grounds Maintenance Technician Helper are to perform routine maintenance work for upkeep of outdoor grounds, parking lots and roadways. Perform repair, renovation and new landscape work on campus grounds and provide a safe, attractive and accessible environment for all.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS-- Address all that apply in cover letter and/or resume
· Perform work to maintain ornamental grass areas, undeveloped grass areas, shrub and flowerbeds, trees and all grounds areas using hand tools, power equipment and materials.
· Perform work to maintain parking lots, underdeveloped areas, play areas and roadways, including but not limited to; sweeping, edging, restriping and weed control.
· Perform work to remove and replace trees, shrubs, and flowers and grass as needed for landscape maintenance. Remove and dispose of debris and compost as it relates to environmental best practice.
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS-- Address all that apply in cover letter and/or resume
· Perform work to maintain safe, attractive, and accessible campus entrances.
· Ability to correctly and safely use common hand tools for repair work and grounds maintenance, including but not limited to, pruning shears, sprayers, spreaders, wrenches, pliers, hammers, etc.
· Ability to proficiently and safely operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment, including but not limited to, blowers, edgers, mowers, tractors, backhoes, dump trucks, and other related equipment.
· Ability to work alone when assigned work order tasks.
· Ability to perform work for prolonged time periods in adverse weather conditions and difficult ground conditions.
· Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES-- Address all that apply in cover letter and/or resume
· Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students and community contacts.
· Ability to correctly and safely use common hand tools for repair work and grounds maintenance, including but no limited to, pruning shears, sprayers, spreaders, wrenches, pliers, hammers, etc.
· Ability to proficiently and safely operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment including but not limited to, blowers, edgers, mowers, tractors, backhoes, dump trucks, and other related equipment.
· Ability to work alone, delegate work to others and supervise others.
· Ability to perform work for prolonged time periods in adverse weather conditions and difficult ground conditions.
· Ability to identify plant material, design and construct landscape settings and maintain same.
· Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS--Required-- Address all that apply in cover letter and/or resume
· One year recent, successful working experience in private enterprise or public sector OR successful completion of two years of related technical/trade school.
· Must possess current Washington State driver’s license, vehicle insurance and safe driving record.
· Ability to move 60 pounds and capable of performing all tasks normal to grounds maintenance, landscape construction and related repair work.
· Ability to communicate in English.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS-- Address all that apply in cover letter and/or resume
· Certification in Landscape Construction, Grounds Maintenance and Irrigation Technology.
· Hold a current Back Flow Prevention Certification License.
· Hold a current Public Operator’s Pesticide License for weed, insect, and disease control.
APPRENTICESHIP
In the event this position is designated as an apprenticeship position, the employee must become an apprentice in the International Union of Operating Engineers, Locals 286 and 609 and the Western Washington Operating Engineers Facilities Custodial Service Apprenticeship Program.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Work Location: Clover Park Technical College, Lakewood, Washington.
Work Schedule: Full-time, operating engineer position. Twelve work months per year; 40 work hours per week; eight work hours per day.
Reports to: Director of Plant Services & Security
Union: As a condition of continued employment, employees are required to become a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local No. 286, or pay a representation fee on or after the 30th day following the beginning of employment.
Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
BENEFITS
Benefits includes medical, dental, basic life insurance & long-term disability coverage; DRS Retirement; 12 paid holidays, 12 paid sick leave days, 2 paid personal leave days; & 10 paid vacation days per year.
SALARY
Salary is per the IUOE Salary Schedule, Level B. Starting hourly rate: $14.74 contingent upon experience, education and the labor / management negotiated agreement.
Application material can be obtained on our website at www.cptc.edu; or emailing employment@cptc.edu
An application shall be considered complete if it includes the following:
~ Clover Park Technical College Employment Application (must be complete without use of resume or additional material as substitute);
~ Cultural Awareness questionnaire;
~ Cover Letter and Resume addressing the key elements identified above;
~ Copies of current licenses, registrations, certifications, degrees and/or diplomas (official, unofficial transcripts) as identified in the minimum qualifications of the job announcement are required before hire, but not by deadline date, unless specified.
~ Application material submitted no later than 4 p.m. on the posted closing date, or until filled.
~ Applications can be mailed to Clover Park Technical College, 4500 Steilacoom Blvd. SW Lakewood, WA 98499; emailed to anne.mauch@cptc.edu or faxed to (253)589-5755.
NOTE TO CURRENT CPTC EMPLOYEES WHO ARE APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION: Please be aware that materials from your personnel file are not included as part of the application file; therefore, please provide the required application materials as any other applicant.
General Information for Applicants
Reasonable Accommodations:
Reasonable accommodations in the application and/or selection process, including materials in an alternate format, shall be made available for individuals who qualify under the provisions of ADA/504. Requests for accommodation, with medical documentation, must be submitted in advance to avoid possible delay of accommodation availability. CPTC Policies and Procedures for Reasonable Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities under ADA/504 are available in the Human Resource Office. TDD (253) 589-5837.
Clover Park Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and committed to principles of diversity. We consider applicants for all position without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, marital status, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran.
Title IX/Chapter 28A.640 RCW Officer
4500 Steilacoom Blvd. SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
www.cptc.edu/hr/
Opens: March 21, 2008
Closes: April 4, 2008 or Until Filled
VACANCY NO. 78OE4
POSITION SUMMARY
The primary functions and responsibilities of the Landscape/Grounds Maintenance Technician Helper are to perform routine maintenance work for upkeep of outdoor grounds, parking lots and roadways. Perform repair, renovation and new landscape work on campus grounds and provide a safe, attractive and accessible environment for all.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS-- Address all that apply in cover letter and/or resume
· Perform work to maintain ornamental grass areas, undeveloped grass areas, shrub and flowerbeds, trees and all grounds areas using hand tools, power equipment and materials.
· Perform work to maintain parking lots, underdeveloped areas, play areas and roadways, including but not limited to; sweeping, edging, restriping and weed control.
· Perform work to remove and replace trees, shrubs, and flowers and grass as needed for landscape maintenance. Remove and dispose of debris and compost as it relates to environmental best practice.
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS-- Address all that apply in cover letter and/or resume
· Perform work to maintain safe, attractive, and accessible campus entrances.
· Ability to correctly and safely use common hand tools for repair work and grounds maintenance, including but not limited to, pruning shears, sprayers, spreaders, wrenches, pliers, hammers, etc.
· Ability to proficiently and safely operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment, including but not limited to, blowers, edgers, mowers, tractors, backhoes, dump trucks, and other related equipment.
· Ability to work alone when assigned work order tasks.
· Ability to perform work for prolonged time periods in adverse weather conditions and difficult ground conditions.
· Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES-- Address all that apply in cover letter and/or resume
· Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students and community contacts.
· Ability to correctly and safely use common hand tools for repair work and grounds maintenance, including but no limited to, pruning shears, sprayers, spreaders, wrenches, pliers, hammers, etc.
· Ability to proficiently and safely operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment including but not limited to, blowers, edgers, mowers, tractors, backhoes, dump trucks, and other related equipment.
· Ability to work alone, delegate work to others and supervise others.
· Ability to perform work for prolonged time periods in adverse weather conditions and difficult ground conditions.
· Ability to identify plant material, design and construct landscape settings and maintain same.
· Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS--Required-- Address all that apply in cover letter and/or resume
· One year recent, successful working experience in private enterprise or public sector OR successful completion of two years of related technical/trade school.
· Must possess current Washington State driver’s license, vehicle insurance and safe driving record.
· Ability to move 60 pounds and capable of performing all tasks normal to grounds maintenance, landscape construction and related repair work.
· Ability to communicate in English.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS-- Address all that apply in cover letter and/or resume
· Certification in Landscape Construction, Grounds Maintenance and Irrigation Technology.
· Hold a current Back Flow Prevention Certification License.
· Hold a current Public Operator’s Pesticide License for weed, insect, and disease control.
APPRENTICESHIP
In the event this position is designated as an apprenticeship position, the employee must become an apprentice in the International Union of Operating Engineers, Locals 286 and 609 and the Western Washington Operating Engineers Facilities Custodial Service Apprenticeship Program.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Work Location: Clover Park Technical College, Lakewood, Washington.
Work Schedule: Full-time, operating engineer position. Twelve work months per year; 40 work hours per week; eight work hours per day.
Reports to: Director of Plant Services & Security
Union: As a condition of continued employment, employees are required to become a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local No. 286, or pay a representation fee on or after the 30th day following the beginning of employment.
Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
BENEFITS
Benefits includes medical, dental, basic life insurance & long-term disability coverage; DRS Retirement; 12 paid holidays, 12 paid sick leave days, 2 paid personal leave days; & 10 paid vacation days per year.
SALARY
Salary is per the IUOE Salary Schedule, Level B. Starting hourly rate: $14.74 contingent upon experience, education and the labor / management negotiated agreement.
Application material can be obtained on our website at www.cptc.edu; or emailing employment@cptc.edu
An application shall be considered complete if it includes the following:
~ Clover Park Technical College Employment Application (must be complete without use of resume or additional material as substitute);
~ Cultural Awareness questionnaire;
~ Cover Letter and Resume addressing the key elements identified above;
~ Copies of current licenses, registrations, certifications, degrees and/or diplomas (official, unofficial transcripts) as identified in the minimum qualifications of the job announcement are required before hire, but not by deadline date, unless specified.
~ Application material submitted no later than 4 p.m. on the posted closing date, or until filled.
~ Applications can be mailed to Clover Park Technical College, 4500 Steilacoom Blvd. SW Lakewood, WA 98499; emailed to anne.mauch@cptc.edu or faxed to (253)589-5755.
NOTE TO CURRENT CPTC EMPLOYEES WHO ARE APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION: Please be aware that materials from your personnel file are not included as part of the application file; therefore, please provide the required application materials as any other applicant.
General Information for Applicants
Reasonable Accommodations:
Reasonable accommodations in the application and/or selection process, including materials in an alternate format, shall be made available for individuals who qualify under the provisions of ADA/504. Requests for accommodation, with medical documentation, must be submitted in advance to avoid possible delay of accommodation availability. CPTC Policies and Procedures for Reasonable Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities under ADA/504 are available in the Human Resource Office. TDD (253) 589-5837.
Clover Park Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and committed to principles of diversity. We consider applicants for all position without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, marital status, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran.
Title IX/Chapter 28A.640 RCW Officer
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
4500 Steilacoom Blvd. S.W.
4500 Steilacoom Blvd. S.W.
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 589-5533
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
(253) 589-5533
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Account Manager - Landscape Maintenance - $DOE
The Highridge Corporation
No of Openings: 1
Work Schedule: M-F
Hours per Week: 40
*Wage/Salary: DOE
Benefits:
Paid vacation, personal leave, and holidaysMedical, dental, vision, and supplemental insuranceEducation reimbursement Retirement plan with employer matching
Employment Start Date: 3.24.08
*Job Description:
The Highridge Corporation, an award-winning landscape design/build/maintain leader in the Seattle area, offers exciting opportunity for experienced Landscape Maintenance Account Manager. Prefer mimimum 2 years previous Landscape Maintenance Account Manager experience including customer service, scheduling, crew supervision, and bid proposals. Landscape Technician and Spray Technician certificates preferred. Valid driver license and satisfactory driving record required. Excellent comprehensive compensation package. Email resume and salary request to james@highridge.com.
*Qualifications Required:
Prefer mimimum 2 years previous Landscape Maintenance Account Manager experience including customer service, scheduling, crew supervision, and bid proposals. Landscape Technician and Spray Technician certificates preferred. Valid driver license and satisfactory driving record required.
*Application Instructions:
Email resume and salary request to james@highridge.com.
No of Openings: 1
Work Schedule: M-F
Hours per Week: 40
*Wage/Salary: DOE
Benefits:
Paid vacation, personal leave, and holidaysMedical, dental, vision, and supplemental insuranceEducation reimbursement Retirement plan with employer matching
Employment Start Date: 3.24.08
*Job Description:
The Highridge Corporation, an award-winning landscape design/build/maintain leader in the Seattle area, offers exciting opportunity for experienced Landscape Maintenance Account Manager. Prefer mimimum 2 years previous Landscape Maintenance Account Manager experience including customer service, scheduling, crew supervision, and bid proposals. Landscape Technician and Spray Technician certificates preferred. Valid driver license and satisfactory driving record required. Excellent comprehensive compensation package. Email resume and salary request to james@highridge.com.
*Qualifications Required:
Prefer mimimum 2 years previous Landscape Maintenance Account Manager experience including customer service, scheduling, crew supervision, and bid proposals. Landscape Technician and Spray Technician certificates preferred. Valid driver license and satisfactory driving record required.
*Application Instructions:
Email resume and salary request to james@highridge.com.
Service Technician - Landscape Irrigation - $DOE
The Highridge Corporation
No of Openings: 1
Work Schedule: M-F
Hours per Week: 40
*Wage/Salary: DOE
Benefits:
Paid vacation and holidays Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insuranceEducational reimbursementRetirement plan with employer matching
Employment Start Date: 3.24.08
*Job Description:
The Highridge Corporation, an award-winning landscape design/build/maintain leader in the Seattle area, offers exciting opportunity for experienced Landscape Irrigation Service Technician. Prefer minimum 2 years experience including customer service, troubleshooting, and service/repair of residential/commercial landscape irrigation systems. Valid driver license and satisfactory driving record required. Experience in low-voltage lighting, water feature service, irrigation auditing and backflow certification desirable. Excellent wages and benefits. Email resume and wage request to james@highridge.com or apply online @ www.highridge.com.
*Qualifications Required:
Prefer minimum 2 years experience including customer service, troubleshooting, and service/repair of residential/commercial landscape irrigation systems. Valid driver license and satisfactory driving record required. Experience in low-voltage lighting, water feature service, irrigation auditing and backflow certification desirable.
*Application Instructions:
Email resume and wage request to james@highridge.com or apply online @ www.highridge.com.
No of Openings: 1
Work Schedule: M-F
Hours per Week: 40
*Wage/Salary: DOE
Benefits:
Paid vacation and holidays Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insuranceEducational reimbursementRetirement plan with employer matching
Employment Start Date: 3.24.08
*Job Description:
The Highridge Corporation, an award-winning landscape design/build/maintain leader in the Seattle area, offers exciting opportunity for experienced Landscape Irrigation Service Technician. Prefer minimum 2 years experience including customer service, troubleshooting, and service/repair of residential/commercial landscape irrigation systems. Valid driver license and satisfactory driving record required. Experience in low-voltage lighting, water feature service, irrigation auditing and backflow certification desirable. Excellent wages and benefits. Email resume and wage request to james@highridge.com or apply online @ www.highridge.com.
*Qualifications Required:
Prefer minimum 2 years experience including customer service, troubleshooting, and service/repair of residential/commercial landscape irrigation systems. Valid driver license and satisfactory driving record required. Experience in low-voltage lighting, water feature service, irrigation auditing and backflow certification desirable.
*Application Instructions:
Email resume and wage request to james@highridge.com or apply online @ www.highridge.com.
Natural Resource Policy and Planning Specialist - $63-80k/yr
The RCO is a great place to work where employees are passionate about protecting our environment and creating recreational opportunities for the citizens of Washington.
The Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) is a small state agency that supports five boards in work that creates and maintains opportunities for recreation, protects the best of the state’s wild lands, and contributes to the state’s efforts to recover salmon from the brink of extinction.
Below is a glimpse of some basic information about the job: For more information about the job, its qualifications, and application process go to http://www.rco.wa.gov/rco/employment_info.htm
Job Title: Natural Resource Policy and Planning Specialist
Salary: $63,500 - $80,000 per year (DOQ)
Location: Olmpia, WA
Closes: April 9, 2008
Duties:
This position provides policy support for the Recreation and Conservation Office, with an emphasis on habitat restoration and protection grant programs and Salmon Recovery Funding Board (SRFB) and Recreation and Conservation Funding Board (RCFB) policy issues. Responsibilities include:
~Develop and present issues, recommendations and related information to the boards and board subcommittees.
~Lead, develop, and/or cultivate special projects; new programs and legislative directives; program policies and guidelines; and procedures for RCO-administered grant programs.
~Assist with the RCO’s strategic planning efforts, the unit work plans, plan implementation progress monitoring, and performance measurements.
~Assist with writing grant program policy manuals, reports, briefing materials, and recommendations.
~Represent the RCO to constituent groups and external organizations and on interagency workgroups, committees, and taskforces.
~Assist the Legislative Liaison with reviewing, monitoring, and responding to legislative proposals that impact RCO programs and grant recipients.
~Communicate and work closely with: the agency managers, the boards, councils, and forums administered by the RCO; the Governor’s Salmon Recovery Office; and other state and federal agencies, stakeholders and clients.
~Develop and implement stakeholder outreach strategies.
~Respond to requests for general information from the public, legislature, government agencies, and organizations.
The Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) is a small state agency that supports five boards in work that creates and maintains opportunities for recreation, protects the best of the state’s wild lands, and contributes to the state’s efforts to recover salmon from the brink of extinction.
Below is a glimpse of some basic information about the job: For more information about the job, its qualifications, and application process go to http://www.rco.wa.gov/rco/employment_info.htm
Job Title: Natural Resource Policy and Planning Specialist
Salary: $63,500 - $80,000 per year (DOQ)
Location: Olmpia, WA
Closes: April 9, 2008
Duties:
This position provides policy support for the Recreation and Conservation Office, with an emphasis on habitat restoration and protection grant programs and Salmon Recovery Funding Board (SRFB) and Recreation and Conservation Funding Board (RCFB) policy issues. Responsibilities include:
~Develop and present issues, recommendations and related information to the boards and board subcommittees.
~Lead, develop, and/or cultivate special projects; new programs and legislative directives; program policies and guidelines; and procedures for RCO-administered grant programs.
~Assist with the RCO’s strategic planning efforts, the unit work plans, plan implementation progress monitoring, and performance measurements.
~Assist with writing grant program policy manuals, reports, briefing materials, and recommendations.
~Represent the RCO to constituent groups and external organizations and on interagency workgroups, committees, and taskforces.
~Assist the Legislative Liaison with reviewing, monitoring, and responding to legislative proposals that impact RCO programs and grant recipients.
~Communicate and work closely with: the agency managers, the boards, councils, and forums administered by the RCO; the Governor’s Salmon Recovery Office; and other state and federal agencies, stakeholders and clients.
~Develop and implement stakeholder outreach strategies.
~Respond to requests for general information from the public, legislature, government agencies, and organizations.
Nursery Sales - $DOE
Ravenna Gardens - Seasonal Part-Time Sales Associates
Ravenna Gardens at Kirkland Parkplace and University Village are now hiring seasonal part-time sales associates, with a background in horticulture. You must be able to work evenings and weekends.
Call 425-827-5501 (Kirkland) or 206-729-7388 (University Village), or drop of a resume, or email to ravennagard@earthlink.net
Ravenna Gardens at Kirkland Parkplace and University Village are now hiring seasonal part-time sales associates, with a background in horticulture. You must be able to work evenings and weekends.
Call 425-827-5501 (Kirkland) or 206-729-7388 (University Village), or drop of a resume, or email to ravennagard@earthlink.net
Garden Center Merchandiser - $9-11/hr
ANS Inc
No of Openings: 7
Work Schedule: flexible schedule
Hours per Week: 10-40
*Wage/Salary: $9-$11 DOE
Employment Start Date: Immediately
*Job Description:
These positions require unloading, stocking, organizing and signing nursery product in a busy retail setting. Positions are generally part-time and seasonal, but there is potential for up to 40 hours through the busiest part of the season (late spring, early summer).
*Qualifications Required:
Must have reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance. These positions require individuals who are self-motivated and can prioritize the tasks at hand to maintain the product in the stores. We are looking for dependable, detail-oriented workers.
Qualifications Preferred:
Basic plant knowledge and previous merchandising experience are a plus, but not necessary.
*Application Instructions:
Please reply to:ksansinc@gmail.com
No of Openings: 7
Work Schedule: flexible schedule
Hours per Week: 10-40
*Wage/Salary: $9-$11 DOE
Employment Start Date: Immediately
*Job Description:
These positions require unloading, stocking, organizing and signing nursery product in a busy retail setting. Positions are generally part-time and seasonal, but there is potential for up to 40 hours through the busiest part of the season (late spring, early summer).
*Qualifications Required:
Must have reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance. These positions require individuals who are self-motivated and can prioritize the tasks at hand to maintain the product in the stores. We are looking for dependable, detail-oriented workers.
Qualifications Preferred:
Basic plant knowledge and previous merchandising experience are a plus, but not necessary.
*Application Instructions:
Please reply to:ksansinc@gmail.com
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