Public Groundskeeper: Lawn Care & Facility Maintenance

Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental, Vision, and Supplemental

Vacation and Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Opportunities for Career Advancement

Tuition Waiver for Public College

Job summary

Florida Department of Military Affairs in Jacksonville seeks a Groundskeeper to maintain base lawns, shrubs, and trees, following mowing heights and edging schedules. You will operate and maintain mowers and related equipment, ensuring clean restrooms and overall facility upkeep.

The role requires knowledge of groundskeeping techniques, the ability to follow instructions, and the capacity to support other state employees while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of groundskeeping, landscaping or horticulture techniques.
• Skill in the safe operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment to perform duties.
• Ability to maintain lawns and grounds.
• Ability to motivate others.
• Ability to follow instructions and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to record data and maintain records.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain base lawns, shrubs, and trees with mowing heights and edging as specified.
• Operate and service mowers, weed eaters, chainsaws, and edging equipment; report maintenance needs.
• Keep restrooms clean and sanitary and assist in upkeep of facilities.
• Perform all other duties as assigned and support other State employees as needed.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Machinery maintenance

Lawn maintenance

Team motivation

Attention to detail

Documentation

Communication

Job description

Florida Department of Military Affairs in Jacksonville seeks a Groundskeeper to maintain base lawns, shrubs, and trees, following mowing heights and edging schedules. You will operate and maintain mowers and related equipment, ensuring clean restrooms and overall facility upkeep.

The role requires knowledge of groundskeeping techniques, the ability to follow instructions, and the capacity to support other state employees while upholding safety standards.