Groundskeeper

City of West Sacramento; West Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

City of West Sacramento groundskeeper role is based in California and focuses on maintaining parks, fields, trails and waterfront facilities. The position reports to the Parks Superintendent and coordinates with multiple departments to ensure daily operations run smoothly.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; a valid California driver’s license may be required. CPR/First Aid certification within 12 months may be needed; the schedule can be flexible, including weekends and

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience or training in vehicle and equipment maintenance preferred.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude are important.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planting, watering, mowing, weeding, and turf renovation.
• Rake leaves and clean walkways, fields, and facilities.
• Picks up litter and debris and loads on trucks.
• Maintain park restrooms and recreational facilities.
• Assist with planting and watering flowers and shrubs.
• Operate power mower, edger, blower, and related equipment.
• Perform minor maintenance on park facilities and tools.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repair on park equipment.

Skills

Self-starter

Good communication

Positive attitude

Vehicle/equipment maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you interested in a rewarding career located in a vibrant riverfront community? West Sacramento is centrally located in Northern California and recognized as a leader in the region and a growing center of commerce and development. The West Sacramento Parks and Recreation Department consists of four separate functions: a Parks Division, Recreation Division, Early Learning Services and Tree Program. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team that is committed to the Department mission of “Parks Make Life Better”.

The Groundskeeper position reports to the Parks Superintendent and Parks Supervisors/Chiefs and will serve a key role in the daily operations and maintenance of City parks, sports fields, trails, open spaces, waterfront facilities, restrooms, and all other department associated work. This position will work with numerous departments, agencies, the local communities, and other groups daily while performing their daily tasks and responsibilities.

This position works daily on the maintenance and operations of City parks, sports fields, trails, open spaces, waterfront facilities, restrooms, and all other department associated work. While this position reports directly to the Parks Superintendent and other supervisors in the Parks Division, this position is expected to communicate, interact, and take joint direction from multiple other City Departments and/or groups. The daily work of this position requires an individual who is a self-starter, can work both independently and cooperatively, has good communication skills, and above all possesses a great attitude.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in vehicle and equipment maintenance, as there is a possibility for some of these positions work to be involved in light vehicle and equipment maintenance. Previous experience can be attributed to past employment or any other experience working on an/or maintaining vehicles and/or equipment.

ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions

• Assists in the planting, watering, mowing, weeding, trimming and renovation of turf
• rakes leaves
• cleans walkways, fields and other related facilities
• picks up litter and debris and loads on trucks
• cleans and maintains park restrooms and other recreational facilities
• assists with planting, transplanting, removing, cultivating and watering flowers and foundation shrubs
• operates walk-behind power mower, edger, blower and other related equipment
• performs minor maintenance on park facilities including painting and replacing minor parts
• performs preventive maintenance and repair work on park equipment and tools

Marginal Functions

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required

Education and Experience

Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license may be required; may be required to obtain current American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Multi-Media and/or Standard First Aid certificate within twelve (12) months of employment.

Special Conditions

Ability to wear and use air purifying respirators as regulated by Cal/OSHA. Must work a flexible schedule, which could include varying shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Working Conditions

Travel from site to site; some exposure to dust and noise; some heavy lifting, standing, climbing; may work at heights; work in inclement weather conditions.