Groundskeeper - Park & Municipal Grounds Maintenance - Full Time

City of Chesapeake Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to maintain the beauty and safety of outdoor spaces across the city. This full-time role involves working outdoors, providing exceptional customer service, and operating various landscaping equipment. You'll play a crucial role in enhancing the community's recreational areas, ensuring they are well-kept and welcoming. If you're passionate about outdoor work and enjoy contributing to community events, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values dedication and offers a range of benefits to support your career growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to obtain pesticide certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscaping and grounds at city facilities.
• Provide customer service and respond to service requests.
• Assist with setup for city events and functions.

Skills

Customer Service

Landscaping

Maintenance Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational Training

Tools

Lawn Mowers

Tractors

Hand Tools

Job description

Groundskeeper - Park & Municipal Grounds Maintenance - Full Time

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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

Working Title of Vacant Position Groundskeeper - Park & Municipal Grounds Maintenance - Full Time

Job Type

Job Type Full Time

Posting Type

Posting Type Public

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Department

Department PARKS, REC, & TOURISM

Division

Division PR&T MAINT/PARKS

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2025243

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

Salary: $16.74- $22.18
*Based on qualifications and experience

Job Description

Parks, Recreation and Tourism is seeking a motivated, outgoing individual that enjoys working outside and can provide exemplary customer service.

Grounds Maintenance team promotes and improves the appearance and safety of the City’s outdoor areas including parks, recreation and municipal facilities, athletic fields, open space, and various other outdoor sites within the City. This position will assist with repair and construction of facility grounds, in addition to supporting city-wide special event logistics .

Overall primary tasks include but are not limited to:

• Provides exceptional internal and external customer service to a diverse population; responds to requests for services and inquires, as directed by supervisor that meets the expectations of the City’s Customer Service and CARES Initiative.
• Operates various lawn and garden equipment, tractor, City vehicles, common hand and power tools.
• Maintains landscaping, grounds, sidewalks, fixtures, fences, playgrounds, shorelines, ballfields and parking lots surrounding all City facilities.
• Performs responsible skilled and semi-skilled work in repair, maintenance and care of grounds, trails, trees, equipment, irrigation systems, recreation facilities and structures.
• Provides logistical support for City sponsored functions and special events; set-up and breakdown tents, fencing, barricades.
• Custodial duties to include cleaning bathrooms, floors, etc. as well as stocking with supplies.
• Monitors and inspects areas for safety hazards and repairs;
• Submits work order request, maintains related forms and records. Assists with completing and maintaining various routine forms and documents.

City Benefits

The city offers a variety of benefits such as health, dental, vision, time off, paid holidays, retirement, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :
Requires high school diploma, GED , OR specialized vocational training.

EXPERIENCE :
None Required

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with theCity 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

Job Close Date

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

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 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 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 Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

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 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 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 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

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