Parks & Recreation Service Worker II Full Time

City-of-Lake-Alfred; Lake Alfred (FL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(a) and 457(b) Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus

Wellness Benefits Suite

Paid Holiday

Vacation

Sick Leaves

Job summary

The City of Lake Alfred is seeking a reliable Service Worker II to support park, ball fields, recreation facilities, and landscaped areas. This full-time position offers hands-on opportunities to directly enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors throughout our community.

Responsibilities include daily grounds maintenance, irrigation repair, operating mowers and other equipment, basic facility upkeep, applying chemicals as directed, and assisting with events while upholding safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of lawn, grounds, or facility maintenance experience or similar work.
• Ability to operate lawn equipment, powered tools, and heavy equipment as needed.
• Knowledge of groundskeeping methods, irrigation systems, and maintenance practices.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and interact courteously with the public and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily grounds maintenance including mowing, edging, trimming, mulching, weeding, grubbing, and debris removal.
• Maintain and repair irrigation systems, tools, equipment, and park structures such as fencing, benches, sidewalks, planters, and green areas.
• Operate a variety of equipment such as mowers, tractors, chain saws, sod cutters, edgers, clippers, and other powered and manual tools.
• Assist with minor facility maintenance including painting, plumbing support, and basic repairs.
• Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides as directed.
• Support Parks & Recreation staff with preparing facilities for City-sponsored special events.
• Uphold safety, cleanliness, and proper equipment use across all recreational areas.

Skills

Lawn maintenance

Operate lawn equipment

Irrigation knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn mowers

Irrigation systems

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Parks & Recreation Service Worker II Full Time | Parks & Recreation Department

$16.94 Hourly Pay

• Employee Benefits: 401(a) and 457(b) Retirement Plans,
• Tuition Reimbursement,
• Referral Bonus, Wellness Benefits Suite, Paid Holiday, Vacation, & Sick Leaves

The City of Lake Alfred is seeking a reliable and motivated Service Worker II to support the maintenance and upkeep of City parks, ball fields, recreation facilities, and landscaped areas. This full-time, non-exempt position provides hands‑on opportunities to directly enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors throughout our community.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily grounds maintenance including mowing, edging, trimming, mulching, weeding, grubbing, and debris removal.
• Maintain and repair irrigation systems, tools, equipment, and park structures such as fencing, benches, sidewalks, planters, and green areas.
• Operate a variety of equipment such as mowers, tractors, chain saws, sod cutters, edgers, clippers, and other powered and manual tools.
• Assist with minor facility maintenance including painting, plumbing support, and basic repairs.
• Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides as directed.
• Support Parks & Recreation staff with preparing facilities for City‑sponsored special events.
• Uphold safety, cleanliness, and proper equipment use across all recreational areas.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of lawn, grounds, or facility maintenance experience or similar work‑related field.
• Ability to operate lawn equipment, powered tools, and heavy equipment as needed.
• Knowledge of groundskeeping methods, irrigation systems, and maintenance practices.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and interact courteously with the public and coworkers.

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Florida Driver’s License required.
• Class B CDL required or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
• Florida Pesticide Applicator License preferred or must be obtained within one year.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions, including occasional nights, weekends, and holidays for events or operational needs.
• Must be able to perform heavy manual labor including lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, squatting, and operating manual and electric tools.
• Use of personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, or hard hats as needed.

The City of Lake Alfred is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace.