Groundskeeper-Seasonal

Salt Lake City Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals for a seasonal Groundskeeper role. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work outdoors, maintaining and enhancing city-owned parks and recreation facilities. Ideal candidates will enjoy hands-on work, possess a keen eye for landscaping, and thrive in a physically active environment. Responsibilities include mowing, planting, and operating grounds maintenance equipment. Join a dedicated team focused on preserving and beautifying community spaces while enjoying the fresh air and vibrant surroundings.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance and landscaping is preferred.
• Ability to operate various grounds maintenance equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain city grounds, parks, and recreation facilities.
• Operate various grounds maintenance equipment safely.
• Assist with the application of fertilizers and chemicals.

Skills

Landscaping

Grounds Maintenance

Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld Grounds Maintenance Equipment

Mechanical Grounds Maintenance Equipment

Job description

Join to apply for the Groundskeeper-Seasonal role at Salt Lake City Corporation

This position is responsible for the maintenance of city-owned grounds, parks, and recreation facilities. Key duties include landscaping, mowing, fertilizing, and general grounds maintenance.

Position Title

Groundskeeper-Seasonal

Job Summary

We seek dedicated individuals with a passion for outdoor work, landscaping, and plant care. The role involves maintaining and enhancing outdoor spaces, suitable for those who enjoy hands-on work and have an eye for design.

Typical Duties

• Maintain city grounds, parks, trails, cemeteries, open spaces, and recreation facilities. Tasks include mowing, aerating, weeding, cleaning, trash pickup, raking leaves, clearing sidewalks, and debris removal. Assist with planting, sod laying, reseeding, and sprinkler system inspection.
• Operate various handheld and mechanical grounds maintenance equipment, including mowers, blowers, and sweepers. May operate heavy landscaping equipment without requiring a Commercial Driver's License.
• Operate vehicles and irrigation systems, perform preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and ensure equipment safety and efficiency.
• Assist with the application of fertilizers, herbicides, and other chemicals.
• Prepare fields and parks for public use, clean areas affected by unauthorized camping, and collaborate with city and health department staff as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to reach various parks and public lands, requiring a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.
• Must be at least 16 years old.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance and landscaping.
• Experience working in municipal parks.
• Experience operating light or heavy equipment.

Working Conditions

• Moderately heavy physical activity, including lifting up to 50 lbs regularly and occasionally up to 80 lbs. Extended periods of standing, walking, or sitting. Exposure to weather extremes, noise, dust, and fumes.
• Intermittent stress due to human behavior.

The above description outlines the general nature of the work. It is not exhaustive and may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

All requirements are subject to modification for reasonable accommodation.

Position Details

• Type: Seasonal
• Salary Range: $17.85/hour
• Department: Public Lands
• Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
• Scheduled Hours: 40