Parks Groundskeeper - Temporary 2026 Term

Job Overview

Position Summary

 

GENERAL SUMMARY: Under supervision, landscape or maintain grounds of parks using hand or power tools or equipment performing a variety of tasks, which may include any combination of the following: mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking, and sprinkler repair; maintenance, repair and upkeep of park facilities and areas maintained by the Park Division; and perform related work as required.

The ideal candidate possesses the ability to work effectively as a member of a team; desires to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation and teamwork; and is able to follow a management style that is input oriented and values fairness, problem solving and the development of partnerships.

 

Job Duties

 

• Dispose of trash or waste materials.
• Operate grounds maintenance equipment; and manual and power tools.
• Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites.
• Irrigate lawns, trees, or plants; and flower beds.
• Trim vegetation.
• Maintain equipment, vehicles or systems to ensure proper functioning.
• Cultivate lawns, turf, or gardens.
• Maintain sports field surfaces.
• Clean facilities or sites including buildings, restrooms and park pavilions.
• Remove debris from work sites.
• Use time and attendance software and other records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Equipment Operation – Knowledge of safe operation and maintenance of diesel, gas and battery powered equipment.
• Maintenance - Knowledge of materials, equipment, tools and techniques to maintain park areas including push/riding lawnmowers, line trimmers and blowers.
• Multilimb Coordination and Manual Dexterity - Using your arms and/or legs together while sitting, standing, crouching or kneeling; and holding or moving items with your hands.

 

Qualifications

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a state driver’s license.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in public grounds or facilities maintenance.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Duties require use of physical strength and working outside in inclement weather. Occasional weekend work required. 

Supplemental Information

 

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

SUPERVISORY STATUS: None