Parks Grounds & Equipment Lead

City of Lakeland, Civil Service; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lakeland in Florida is seeking a skilled grounds maintenance worker to maintain City parks and properties, operate equipment, and perform minor construction tasks to keep spaces safe, functional, and visually appealing for community use. The role may involve supervising a small workgroup, conducting safety checks, and participating in emergency response.

A high school diploma or GED and at least one year of general labor/grounds maintenance experience are required, along with a valid

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of general labor and grounds maintenance experience.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assists and may lead a small workgroup in maintenance and construction tasks.
• Operates trucks, tractors, mowing equipment, backhoes and other equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment and conducts safety inspections.
• Maintains landscape, plants, and grounds; performs planting and pruning as needed.
• May participate in training and overtime for department initiatives.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Equipment operation

Safety inspections

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Truck operation

Mowing equipment operation

Backhoe operation

Job description

City of Lakeland in Florida is seeking a skilled grounds maintenance worker to maintain City parks and properties, operate equipment, and perform minor construction tasks to keep spaces safe, functional, and visually appealing for community use. The role may involve supervising a small workgroup, conducting safety checks, and participating in emergency response.

A high school diploma or GED and at least one year of general labor/grounds maintenance experience are required, along with a valid