Parks Groundskeeper I

Oakland County Parks and Recreation; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading county parks and recreation department as a Groundskeeper. This role involves maintaining County grounds, operating equipment, and assisting in various landscaping tasks. Enjoy competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package while working in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Full Benefits Package

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of full-time groundskeeping experience.
• Must be at least 16 years old and a high school graduate or G.E.D.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine landscaping duties including mowing and trimming.
• Assist in planting, transplanting, and maintaining flower beds.
• Operate groundskeeping and snow removal equipment.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Turf Care

Planting

Pruning

Fertilizing

Education

High School Graduate

G.E.D.

Tools

Power Groundskeeping Equipment

Snow Removal Equipment

Tractors

Pick-up Trucks

Job description

Under direct supervision, performs routine duties involved in landscaping, improving and maintaining County grounds and parking areas including mowing and trimming lawns and planting, transplanting and maintaining flower beds. Assists higher level grounds employees in planting, transplanting, pruning, trimming, laying sod, sowing grass seed, fertilizing trees, shrubs and lawns. Operates power groundskeeping and snow removal equipment and other County vehicles such as tractors and pick-up trucks. Assists with various grounds construction projects. Responsible for performing snow removal and emergency duties on an on-call basis. Utilizes current countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

Overview & Benefits
Oakland County is a progressive place to work, where innovation and ambition are rewarded. We understand the many challenges facing today's professionals and families so we offer competitive wages and salaries, and a full benefits package with which you'd be quite impressed!

For full-time employees our benefits information can be found here.

Announcement Information
This position is located at Red Oaks Golf Course, 29600 John R Road, Madison Heights, MI 48071

Required Minimum Qualifications
At the time of application, applicants must:

1. Be at least 16 years old and a high school graduate; OR have completed the State requirements for a G.E.D. certificate; OR be an emancipated minor; OR have passed their 18th birthday.
2. Have at least six (6) months of full-time work experience in all aspects of Groundskeeping, including turf care and assisting in planting, pruning, and fertilizing flowers, trees, and shrubs.
3. Possess a valid motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license.
4. Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical established for this class.
5. Successfully complete the six month probationary period.

Special Requirements
Must maintain a valid United States motor vehicle operator's or chauffeurs license.