Athletic Park Groundskeeper I

City of Lakeland; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lakeland seeks a semi-skilled Grounds Maintenance Worker to care for City parks, fields, and properties. You will perform lawn care, equipment maintenance, and operate light trucks and mowers, often working under supervision. Teamwork, safety, and reliability are essential.

Requirements include eight grades of schooling, a valid driver’s license, and a Florida-Friendly BMP certification within one year of employment.

Qualifications

• Completion of eight school grades.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must obtain Florida-Friendly Best Management Practices for Protection of Water Resources by the Green Industries certification within one year.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains restrooms at City parks.
• Maintains daily maintenance records.
• Removes trash from City parks.
• Installs park amenities throughout the City.
• Maintains grounds using mowers, edges, and related tools.

Skills

Tool usage

Safety awareness

Motorized equipment operation

Education

Eight grade education

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Lawn mowers/tractor

Job description

City of Lakeland seeks a semi-skilled Grounds Maintenance Worker to care for City parks, fields, and properties. You will perform lawn care, equipment maintenance, and operate light trucks and mowers, often working under supervision. Teamwork, safety, and reliability are essential.

Requirements include eight grades of schooling, a valid driver’s license, and a Florida-Friendly BMP certification within one year of employment.