Job Details
Equipment Operator - Nature & Trails
2026-02-09 Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District Beaverton,OR
Description:
Physical Requirements
Candidates should be prepared to work outdoors, on uneven surfaces, in various environmental conditions each week. Physical exertion is required to lift, move, drag, push, and carry heavy objects (up to 60 pounds). This position also requires crouching, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
Applicant Review
Applications are reviewed as received, with a tentative start date in mid-March. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly.
Resumes and cover letters are not accepted. To reduce barriers to entry, THPRD evaluates applicants based on their work history and responses to supplemental questions. Please answer the supplemental questions thoroughly so hiring managers and subject matter experts can accurately assess your experience and qualifications. Salary placement is determined through a pay equity analysis in accordance with Oregon's Equal Pay Act.
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
Please follow THPRD on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagramto learn more about our organization.
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
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Do you possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record?
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Are you at least 18 years of age?
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Please select the option that best reflects your experience in park maintenance and/or mowing equipment operations.
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Please briefly describe your experience operating tractors, mowers, and common landscape power tools or other equipment (string line trimmer, hedge trimmer, chainsaw, etc.).
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Please list the types of heavy equipment you have experience operating, along with the length of experience (months or years) for each.
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Please describe your experience working in a public setting and interacting with the general public.
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Please indicate which classification you are available to work? Select all that apply.
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Will you be claiming Veterans Preference?
Required Question
Salary: $24.49 - $26.02 Hourly
Location : Multiple THPRD park locations - Beaverton, OR
Job Type: Part-time and Seasonal
Job Number: 26-00017
Department: NATURE & TRAILS MAINT
Opening Date: 02/06/2026
Closing Date: 2/25/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Equipment Operator
Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) is seeking friendly, motivated individuals in the Beaverton area to join the Nature & Trails team as Equipment Operators. This is a great opportunity to build leadership skills, work outdoors, and help maintain safe, beautiful trails and parks for the community.
Position Description & Pay
The assists the Nature & Trails group with turf and landscape maintenance in THPRD parks. Duties include operating District vehicles, towing trailers, mowing, over-seeding, and controlling invasive species. The role also involves equipment and vehicle inspection, basic maintenance, and other related tasks as assigned. Click the hyperlinked job title to view the full job description.
Effective February 15: The hourly hiring range for this position is $24.49 - $26.02, based on experience and internal equity. The full hourly pay range for this job classification is $24.49 - $27.61. Employees hired into this role may be eligible for a merit increase at the end of September.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Operate a variety of equipment such as mowers, trucks, trailers, hedge/string trimmers, backpack blowers, pole saw, pruners, and hand tools.
- Perform a variety of tasks in the care and maintenance of parks and facilities, including garbage collection.
- Assist Nature & Trails in field work pertaining to the restoration of natural areas, including trail and natural area maintenance.
- Provide customer service and information to the public about THPRD.
- At least one (1) year operating tractors, commercial mowers, turf maintenance equipment, front loaders, excavators, trucks and trailers, agricultural equipment, or other related landscape maintenance machinery.
- Previous experience operating tractors and larger field mowing equipment is preferred.
Physical Requirements
Candidates should be prepared to work outdoors, on uneven surfaces, in various environmental conditions each week. Physical exertion is required to lift, move, drag, push, and carry heavy objects (up to 60 pounds). This position also requires crouching, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
Applicant Review
Applications are reviewed as received, with a tentative start date in mid-March. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly.
Resumes and cover letters are not accepted. To reduce barriers to entry, THPRD evaluates applicants based on their work history and responses to supplemental questions. Please answer the supplemental questions thoroughly so hiring managers and subject matter experts can accurately assess your experience and qualifications. Salary placement is determined through a pay equity analysis in accordance with Oregon's Equal Pay Act.
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
Please follow THPRD on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagramto learn more about our organization.
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!
- 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
- 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.
- Available savings for retirement through a 457(b)-deferred compensation plan by contributing pre-tax dollars from your paycheck
- 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
- Seasonal discounts to community partners such as Nike, Adidas, and Columbia Sportswear
01
Do you possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record?
- Yes
- No
02
Are you at least 18 years of age?
- Yes
- No
03
Please select the option that best reflects your experience in park maintenance and/or mowing equipment operations.
- No Experience
- Less than one year
- At least one year
- Two years
- Three or more years
04
Please briefly describe your experience operating tractors, mowers, and common landscape power tools or other equipment (string line trimmer, hedge trimmer, chainsaw, etc.).
05
Please list the types of heavy equipment you have experience operating, along with the length of experience (months or years) for each.
06
Please describe your experience working in a public setting and interacting with the general public.
07
Please indicate which classification you are available to work? Select all that apply.
- Part-time: Employees are scheduled less than 30 hours per week; year-round.
- Seasonal: Employees are scheduled up to 40 hours per week for a maximum duration of 6 consecutive months and are eligible for rehire after a 13-week break in service.
08
Will you be claiming Veterans Preference?
- Yes
- No
Required Question