Grounds Keeper

North Dakota Parks & Recreation Department; Epping (ND); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the North Dakota Parks & Recreation Department as a grounds maintenance worker. Ideal candidates will have experience in landscaping or trail upkeep, possess a valid driver's license, and be willing to learn. This role supports various state parks and contributes to the upkeep of North Dakota's natural beauty.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance or similar work.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Must be at least 16 years old.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Basic repair skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

1. Experience in grounds maintenance (landscaping, trail upkeep, or similar work).
2. Willingness to learn basic repair skills and operate tools and equipment.
3. Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
4. Valid driver's license to get around the park.
5. Must be at least 16 years old.

Locations

Beaver Lake State Park - Wishek, Cross Ranch - Center, Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park - Mandan, Fort Ransom State Park - Fort Ransom, Fort Stevenson State Park - Garrison, Icelandic State Park - Cavalier, Grahams Island State Park - Devils Lake, Lewis, and Clark State Park - Epping, Lake Metigoshe State Park - Bottineau, Lake Sakakawea State Park - Pick City, Little Missouri - Killdeer, Pembina Gorge - Walhalla, Sully Creek - Medora, Turtle River State Park - Arvilla

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Application Procedures

All applications for open North Dakota Parks & Recreation Department positions must be made online through the state of North Dakota's Job Seekers website. Paper submissions are no longer accepted. Ensure your application is submitted online by 11:59 PM on the closing date listed on the job posting.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Parks & Recreation Department does not provide sponsorships.

Your application must clearly detail your experience in previous employment positions, if applicable.

Additional Documents To Be Submitted

• Resume
• Three (3) references

If you experience difficulties during the application process, contact [e-mail] or call 701-328-3290.

Applicants will be screened based on qualifications, successful interview completion, and possibly a background and criminal check. Please be thorough and detailed in all application sections.

If accommodations are needed during the application, recruitment, or selection processes, contact Lynn Spomer at 701-328-5356 or [e-mail] before the application deadline.

TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.

Learn more about the Parks & Recreation Department at: http://www.parkrec.nd.gov

Learn more about Employment Benefits at: https://www.nd.gov/omb/public/careers/team-nd-benefits

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and comply with the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.