Park Groundskeeper & Field Care Technician

Town-of-Marblehead; Marblehead (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Marblehead is seeking a Park Maintenance/Groundskeeper to maintain public fields and grounds, operating riding equipment and using hand tools for general maintenance and repair of department property, facilities, and equipment.

Responsibilities include field maintenance, mowing, litter pickup, equipment inspections, and assist in seasonal tasks such as sailing prep, skating areas, and snow removal. Prior experience is preferred; a Massachusetts driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Massachusetts driver's license required.
• 2–3 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Grades, sods, and seeds athletic fields; builds and repairs mounds, marks baselines, and installs bases.
• Mows and trims grass in parks and playgrounds; may direct seasonal staff.
• Picks up litter in parks and operates a trash packer on a schedule.
• Inspects and maintains equipment to ensure readiness for daily operations.
• Assists in other dept. activities such as sailboat prep, skating areas, and snow removal.
• Uses hand, power, and electrical tools for maintenance and repair of buildings.
• Operates trucks to reach work areas and transports tools; handles mowers and plows.
• May direct seasonal personnel while performing the same duties.
• Performs other duties of similar nature as directed.

Education

High School diploma

Massachusetts Driver's License

Job description

The Town of Marblehead is seeking a Park Maintenance/Groundskeeper to maintain public fields and grounds, operating riding equipment and using hand tools for general maintenance and repair of department property, facilities, and equipment.

Responsibilities include field maintenance, mowing, litter pickup, equipment inspections, and assist in seasonal tasks such as sailing prep, skating areas, and snow removal. Prior experience is preferred; a Massachusetts driver’s license is required.