Parks Groundskeeper — Outdoor Grounds & Irrigation

Rise Academy; Sebring (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners is seeking a semi-skilled laborer to maintain outdoor areas including grounds, parks, and recreation spaces. The role requires outdoor tasks, basic gardening knowledge, and safe operation of light equipment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and at least one year of groundskeeping or laboring experience, plus a valid Florida driver's license.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of gardening and groundskeeping practices.
• Ability to operate light construction equipment and trucks.
• Ability to understand and communicate oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, plants, fertilizes, mows, trims, weeds and maintains grounds and recreation areas.
• Edges buildings, sidewalks and parking areas.
• Installs and repairs irrigation piping and sprinklers.
• Maintains and repairs groundskeeping machinery and equipment.
• Operates tractors and power tools as needed.
• Maintains restroom facilities and a safe work area.

Skills

Groundskeeping knowledge

Equipment operation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Highlands County Board of County Commissioners is seeking a semi-skilled laborer to maintain outdoor areas including grounds, parks, and recreation spaces. The role requires outdoor tasks, basic gardening knowledge, and safe operation of light equipment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and at least one year of groundskeeping or laboring experience, plus a valid Florida driver's license.