Groundskeeper PT

Town of South Windsor; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Town of South Windsor is seeking a part-time Groundskeeper to perform a range of grounds maintenance tasks at Town parks and properties in Connecticut. The role includes planting, weeding, trimming, mulching, mowing, and general cleanup, with some seasonal duties.

Lifts of up to 75 pounds are required, and the position emphasizes independent work within a team and adherence to safety rules. Shifts are 24 hours per week at $24.00 per hour with flexible scheduling; there are no added benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished either orally or written in English.
• Must be able to make mathematical computations.
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds.
• Must be able to maintain accurate written and/or computerized records of work performed, including daily work logs, equipment usage, and maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of manual labor tasks related to the maintenance and beautification of Town parks, grounds, landscaped areas, and other Town-owned properties.
• Duties include planting, weeding, trimming, mulching, fertilizing, watering, mowing, removing trash, maintaining cooking grills, and performing general grounds maintenance and cleanup.

Skills

Physical stamina

Lifting ability

Recordkeeping

Teamwork

English language

Job description

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position Summary

PART TIME GROUNDSKEEPER

Location 3

Town of South Windsor

TOWN OF SOUTH WINDSOR

Parks and Recreation Department

PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Position Goal

Provides manual labor as a groundskeeper for the Town of South Windsor’s properties.

Performance Responsibilities

Performs a variety of manual labor tasks related to the maintenance and beautification of Town parks, grounds, landscaped areas, and other Town-owned properties. Duties include planting, weeding, trimming, mulching, fertilizing, watering, mowing, removing trash, maintaining cooking grills, and performing general grounds maintenance and cleanup.

Operates and maintains a variety of power equipment and machinery, including string trimmers, hedge shears, lawn mowers, sprayers, leaf blowers, power brooms, tractors (with or without attachments), water pumps, pool vacuums, and snow blowers.

Performs seasonal duties, including participation in the Town's fall leaf collection program and snow and ice removal operations.

Applies fertilizers, lime, and other soil, plant, and tree amendments.

Performs minor tree pruning and assists with the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs. Maintains, designs, and installs flower beds, ornamental displays, gardens, lawn areas, and other landscaped planting sites.

Assists civic organizations and volunteer groups with community beautification projects throughout the Town of South Windsor.

Additional Responsibilities

Ability to maintain accurate written and/or computerized records of work performed, including daily work logs, equipment usage, and maintenance activities.

Must be able to work independently and as part of a team while safely operating equipment and perform assigned duties in a variety of weather conditions. Availability for emergency response, seasonal operations, and other departmental assignments as required.

Supervised By

The Superintendent of Parks, Parks Manager or designee

Position Requirements

Qualification Profile

Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished either orally or written in English,

Must be able to make mathematical computations.

Must be able tolift 75 pounds.

Must be able to maintain accurate written and/or computerized records of work performed, including daily work logs, equipment usage, and maintenance activities.

Must be able to work independently and as part of a team while safely operating equipment and perform assigned duties in a variety of weather conditions. Availability for emergency response, seasonal operations, and other departmental assignments as required.

License or Certificate

Valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Candidate must be able to obtain a Connecticut DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate.

Pesticide Junior Operator Certification is required within 1 year of service.

Salary Information

24 hours per week at $24.00 per hour. No benefits. Hours can be flexible as long as agreed upon with Parks Superintendent or his or her designee.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Part-time

Position

Groundskeeper PT

Open Date

8/31/2026

This position is currently accepting applications.