Lead Grounds Maintenance Technician

City of Lakeland, Florida; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lakeland is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to help maintain City parks and properties. Responsibilities include operating trucks and mowing equipment, performing routine maintenance on tools, and conducting safety inspections.

The role may involve supervising a small workgroup and performing minor electrical, plumbing, and mechanical tasks. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and one year of general labor/grounds maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of general labor and grounds maintenance experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assists and may lead a small workgroup in maintenance and construction work on various City properties.
• Operates equipment such as trucks, tractors, mowing equipment, front-end loaders, and backhoes for construction and maintenance activities.
• Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment, including cleaning and upkeep.
• Conducts safety inspections as required.
• Interacts with user groups on the properties.
• Performs minor electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work.
• Executes skilled gardening, pruning, and maintenance tasks.
• Handles all phases of landscape installation and maintenance, including weeding and plant bed maintenance.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Lakeland is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to help maintain City parks and properties. Responsibilities include operating trucks and mowing equipment, performing routine maintenance on tools, and conducting safety inspections.

The role may involve supervising a small workgroup and performing minor electrical, plumbing, and mechanical tasks. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and one year of general labor/grounds maintenance experience.