Groundskeeper Hourly

Salt Lake City Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Salt Lake City Corporation is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain city-owned grounds, parks, trails and recreation facilities. The role involves mowing, fertilizing, sprinkler checks, and general landscaping tasks in Salt Lake City.

This part-time position offers 20 hours per week at $18 per hour. Candidates should be at least 16 years old, enjoy outdoor work, and be able to operate basic lawn care equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Experience in maintenance and landscaping is desired.
• Experience operating light or heavy equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mow turf, aerate, weed and maintain city grounds, parks, trails, cemeteries and recreation facilities.
• Clean restrooms, pick up trash, rake leaves and clear sidewalks; remove debris.
• Assist with park projects like laying sod, seeding and planting flowers/trees; inspect sprinkler systems.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Landscaping

Equipment operation

Job description

**Position Title:**Groundskeeper Hourly**Job Description:**Responsible for the overall general ground's maintenance of city owned grounds, parks and recreation facilities. Perform landscaping, mowing, fertilizing and ground's maintenance.**POSITION SALARY RANGE****$ 18/hr** **TYPICAL DUTIES:*** Performs a variety of duties required to maintain City-owned grounds, parks, trails, cemeteries, open spaces, and recreation facilities, including mowing, aerating, and weeding turf; cleaning restrooms; picking up trash; raking leaves; clearing sidewalks; and removing debris. Assists with park-related projects such as laying sod, re-seeding, and planting of flowers and trees and inspecting and adjusting sprinkler systems.* Operates various types of handheld and light mechanical equipment including mowers, sweepers, blowers, and other grounds maintenance equipment. May operate heavy landscaping equipment (not requiring a Commercial Drivers License).* Operates various types of vehicles, equipment and irrigation systems necessary to successfully complete assigned tasks. Responsible for the preventive maintenance, minor repairs and adjustment of equipment to ensure the proper operation and safe efficient use.* Assist in the proper mixing and application of fertilizers, herbicides and other chemicals used in the care and maintenance of turf and landscaped areas.* Assist in the preparation of ball fields, parks and picnic areas when areas are specifically reserved by the public. Inspects and cleans areas where unauthorized camping has occurred to make presentable for all to use. May work with County Health Department and other City staff to clear areas occupied by person’s experiencing homelessness.* Perform related duties as assigned. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:*** Ability to get to various Parks and Public Lands facility. May require personal and city vehicle with a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.* Must be at least 16 years of age. **DESIRED QUALIFICATION:*** Experience in maintenance and landscaping.* Experience working for a city municipal park.* Experience operating light or heavy-duty equipment **WORKING CONDITIONS:*** Moderately heavy physical activity required to push, pull or lift medium weights up to 50lbs and on occasion up to 80lbs. Required to stand, walk or sit uncomfortably for extended periods. Exposure to weather extremes, noise, dust, fumes, etc. are routine.* Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior ### The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.### *All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.***POSITION TYPE****Part-Time** **DEPARTMENT****Public Lands****Full Time/Part Time:**Part time**Scheduled Hours:**20