Parks Maintenance & Grounds Specialist

Virginia Recreation and Park Society; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 38,795 - 42,012; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Recreation and Park Society is seeking a parks maintenance worker in Hopewell, VA. The role involves keeping parks clean, marking fields, and operating various equipment under limited supervision.

Responsibilities include mowing, landscaping, event support, and safety checks on playgrounds and facilities. A high school diploma or GED with maintenance experience is required; a VA driver’s license is preferred; Playground Maintenance course is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and moderate maintenance/grounds experience.
• Knowledge of safety precautions when operating equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods in varying weather.
• General knowledge of park grounds and maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operates non-CDL dump trucks, chainsaw, weed eater, etc. in maintenance.
• Cleans sidewalks and parking lots of snow, litter, and brush.
• Performs minor repairs and maintenance to equipment.
• Mows grass, edges curbs, weed eats, and performs landscaping tasks.
• Sets up for events; installs and removes decorations and barricades.
• Picks up refuse and transports to facilities.
• Checks safety of playground and park equipment.
• Prepares athletic fields and lays out/stripes fields.
• Cleans and maintains restrooms and park facilities.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Chainsaw

Weed eater

Lawn mower

Snow removal equipment

Job description

The Virginia Recreation and Park Society is seeking a parks maintenance worker in Hopewell, VA. The role involves keeping parks clean, marking fields, and operating various equipment under limited supervision.

Responsibilities include mowing, landscaping, event support, and safety checks on playgrounds and facilities. A high school diploma or GED with maintenance experience is required; a VA driver’s license is preferred; Playground Maintenance course is a plus.