Groundskeeper- Park & Municipal Grounds

City of Chesapeake Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Chesapeake is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to join our Parks, Recreation, and Tourism team in Chesapeake, VA. This role focuses on keeping parks, athletic fields, facilities, and outdoor spaces safe, clean, and welcoming for the community, with duties ranging from grounds upkeep to event support.

You will operate lawn maintenance equipment, assist with repairs, and provide exceptional service to park users.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED/HSE.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain Pesticide Certification within 6 months.
• Emergency work hours may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to a diverse population.
• Operate lawn and garden equipment, tractors, City vehicles, and common hand and power tools.
• Maintain landscaping, grounds, sidewalks, fixtures, fences, playgrounds, shorelines, athletic fields, and parking lots surrounding City facilities.
• Perform skilled and semi-skilled work involving repair, maintenance, and care of grounds, trails, trees, equipment, irrigation systems, recreation facilities, and related structures.
• Provide logistical support for City-sponsored functions and special events, including setup/breakdown of tents, fencing, barricades, and event equipment.
• Perform custodial duties, including cleaning bathrooms and floors and restocking supplies.
• Monitor and inspect assigned areas for safety hazards and perform or report repairs.
• Submit work orders and maintain related forms and records.
• Assist with completing, organizing, and maintaining routine forms and documents.

Skills

Customer service

Grounds maintenance

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lawn equipment

Tractors

Power tools

City vehicles

Job description

Drug Screening: MARIJUANA

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Job Type

Job Type Full Time

Posting Type

Posting Type Public

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 4

Department

Department PARKS, REC, & TOURISM

Division

Division PR&T MAINT/PARKS

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026500

Number of hours worked per week

Number of hours worked per week 40

Work Schedule

General work schedule: Monday - Friday
Shift: 7:30am - 3:30pm
*Will include occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays

Work Site Location

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA - City wide recreational facilities

Position Driving Requirement

Position Driving Requirement R - Routine

Pay Grade

Pay Grade GE02

Pay Basis

Advertised Salary

$17.50 - $23.19 / per hour
Actual starting pay based on qualifications and experience

Job Description

Join the Parks, Recreation & Tourism team!

We're looking for a motivated, dependable individual who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in creating safe, clean, and welcoming spaces for the community.

As part of our Grounds Maintenance team, you'll help maintain and improve City parks, athletic fields, recreation facilities, trails, and other outdoor spaces. You'll also assist with grounds repair and construction, special event logistics, and providing exceptional customer service.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provides exceptional internal and external customer service to a diverse population. Responds to service requests and inquiries, as directed by the supervisor, while meeting the expectations of the City's Customer Service and CARES Initiative.
• Operates a variety of lawn and garden equipment, tractors, City vehicles, and common hand and power tools.
• Maintains landscaping, grounds, sidewalks, fixtures, fences, playgrounds, shorelines, athletic fields, and parking lots surrounding City facilities.
• Performs skilled and semi-skilled work involving the repair, maintenance, and care of grounds, trails, trees, equipment, irrigation systems, recreation facilities, and related structures.
• Provides logistical support for City-sponsored functions and special events, including the setup and breakdown of tents, fencing, barricades, and other event equipment.
• Performs custodial duties, including cleaning bathrooms and floors and restocking necessary supplies.
• Monitors and inspects assigned areas for safety hazards and performs or reports necessary repairs.
• Submits work order requests and maintains related forms and records.
• Assists with completing, organizing, and maintaining routine forms, documents, and other departmental records.
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The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :
Requires sufficient instruction to perform duties or high school diploma/ GED / HSE , depending on department.

EXPERIENCE :
None Required

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards. Ability to obtain a pesticide certification within 6 months of employment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT :
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous customer service experience.

Previous work experience in landscaping, and/or facility operations and equipment. Knowledgeable of methods, tools and equipment used in the repair and general maintenance of grounds and facilities.

Understands and follows written and oral instructions, document necessary information for completion of work orders, event schedules, material expenditures and other related documentation.

Possession of, or ability to obtain Pesticide Applicators Certification within the probation period.

Job Open Date 10/26/2026

Job Close Date 11/09/2026

Open Continuous No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Drug Screening: MARIJUANA

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Sitting

Sitting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Walking

Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Lifting

Lifting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Lifting Amount

Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Carrying

Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Carrying Weight

Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Pushing/Pulling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Reaching

Reaching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Handling

Handling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity

Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Kneeling

Kneeling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Crouching

Crouching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Crawling

Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Bending

Bending Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Twisting

Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Climbing

Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing

Balancing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Vision

Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Foot Controls

Foot Controls Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Various types of lawn maintenance equipment and tools including lawn mowers (riding and push), weed eaters, spray tanks, hand and power tools, chain and hand saws, tractors, front end loaders, grading equipment, large and small vehicles, phone, voice radio, measuring devices, fencing, barricades, tents, and various types of recreational equipment.

Protective Equipment Required

All PPE Required for equipment in use, hearing and eye protection, steal toe work boots.

Health and Safety

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Mechanical Hazards

Mechanical Hazards D = Daily

Chemical Hazards

Chemical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week

Electrical Hazards

Electrical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week

Fire Hazards

Fire Hazards S = Seasonally

Explosives

Explosives S = Seasonally

Communicable Diseases

Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally

Physical Danger or Abuse

Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally

Other

If Other, Description

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Dirt and Dust

Dirt and Dust D = Daily

Extreme Temperatures

Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally

Noise and Vibration

Noise and Vibration D = Daily

Fumes and Odors

Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week

Wetness/Humidity

Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally

Darkness or Poor Lighting

Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally

Primary Work Location

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Time Pressures Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Emergency Situations

Emergency Situations Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Other

If Other, Description

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

Incumbent must be able to work independently

Professional References

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests 0

Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * This position requires the ability to obtain a pesticide certification within six months of employment. Will you be able to satisfy this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review position requirements for details.
  • Yes
  • No