Groundskeeper Ballfields

Murfreesboro; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Murfreesboro is seeking a maintenance worker for public parks and grounds. The role involves various tasks including mowing, cleaning, and preparing facilities for events. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in landscaping or maintenance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in landscaping or related field preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance and upkeep of public parks, grounds, and athletic fields.
• Operate power equipment for mowing and maintain facilities.
• Perform light repair work on buildings and landscapes.

Skills

Communication

Landscaping

Maintenance

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

This position is considered a Safety-Sensitive position. Applicants who pass the interview process will be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

The purpose of this position is to conduct maintenance and upkeep of the public parks, grounds, buildings, athletic fields and related facilities within the Recreation Department.

Essential Functions:

• Must be able to communicate with others in spoken and written English to ensure the safe and efficient operations of the business.
• Mows/cuts grass with power equipment, commercial riding mowers and weed eaters.
• Opens and closes park gates, restrooms and prepares fields for use.
• Loads and unloads dirt, gravel, and other debris.
• Cleans, maintains and services equipment and tools.
• Picks up trash in the parks areas and disposes of it properly.
• Cleans and restocks restrooms and cleans picnic pavilions and prepares them for reservations.
• Maintains and conducts light repair work on equipment, building and grounds; repairs irrigation systems.
• Moves and sets up for park functions requiring moving tables, bleachers, and chairs for concerts and special events.
• Cuts down and removes limbs, branches, and trees that have been damaged by adverse weather conditions.
• Trims and sprays weeds with herbicide; spreads fertilizer.
• Installs mulch and trims landscape.

• Performs other work as assigned.

Physical Demands:

• Refer to Essential Functions Addendum #1.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires High School diploma or GED, which may be waived by work experience.
• Experience in landscaping or closely related field preferred.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• Must have a valid driver’s license.

The City of Murfreesboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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