Full-Time Parks Groundskeeper – Public Spaces

City of Norfolk, VA; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-provided pension

Life insurance

Medical and dental

457 deferred compensation

Disability insurance

Parking

Job summary

The City of Norfolk, through its Parks and Recreation Department, seeks Groundskeepers to perform litter and grounds maintenance across city parks and forestry crews. The role requires operation of maintenance equipment and ability to work alone or with others.

Required is a valid driver's license and, within twelve months, registration as a Pesticide Technician (Category 60). Benefits include holidays, retirement, and comprehensive insurance per city policies.

Qualifications

• Reads and understands written instructions.
• Ability to understand simple processes and operation of machines.

Responsibilities

• Litter and grounds cleanup across the parks.
• Operate a variety of maintenance vehicles.
• Assist with bed maintenance and related tasks.

Skills

Able to work alone

Team collaboration

Education

Less than high school equivalency

Tools

Blowers

Chain saws

Hand pruners

Shovels

Rakes

Brooms

Job description

The City of Norfolk, through its Parks and Recreation Department, seeks Groundskeepers to perform litter and grounds maintenance across city parks and forestry crews. The role requires operation of maintenance equipment and ability to work alone or with others.

Required is a valid driver's license and, within twelve months, registration as a Pesticide Technician (Category 60). Benefits include holidays, retirement, and comprehensive insurance per city policies.