Groundskeeper: Landscaping & Irrigation

City of Bismarck, North Dakota; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Bismarck, North Dakota, is seeking a grounds maintenance worker to support planting, maintenance, and watering of trees and grounds. Responsibilities include operating turf equipment, pruning, and irrigation repairs.

Ability to work independently with basic math and strong safety awareness is essential. The role involves daily outdoor labor, equipment operation, and occasional snow removal, with a focus on maintaining city landscapes and public spaces.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; City of Bismarck does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Two years' experience preferred in related field.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work independently and exercise judgment regarding work to be done.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills.
• Knowledge of safety standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate lawn tractors and self-propelled turf mowers.
• Planting, maintaining and removing trees.
• Watering, weeding, mulch installation, day-to-day grounds maintenance.
• Assists in locating and repairing underground faults.
• General landscaping activities and repairing irrigation systems.
• Operation of weed trimmers and hand tools.
• Participates in snow removal operations as needed.
• Documenting work performed.
• Performs other duties of comparable level/type as required.

Skills

Reading and writing

Math basics

Independent work

Judgment and decision making

Safety knowledge

Communication skills

Tool operation

Driver's license

Tools

Brush clipper

Chainsaw

Lawn tractors

Weed trimmers

Hand tools

Maintenance equipment

Job description

City of Bismarck, North Dakota, is seeking a grounds maintenance worker to support planting, maintenance, and watering of trees and grounds. Responsibilities include operating turf equipment, pruning, and irrigation repairs.

Ability to work independently with basic math and strong safety awareness is essential. The role involves daily outdoor labor, equipment operation, and occasional snow removal, with a focus on maintaining city landscapes and public spaces.