Groundskeeper - Parks Department

About the role

A position in this class performs a variety of tasks in the care and maintenance of parks and sports fields. Work includes the operation and routine maintenance of power equipment and repairs to recreational and related facilities and equipment. A position in this class reports directly to a supervisory position.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered equipment and trim grass
• Service power equipment by changing oil, lubricating and adjusting as necessary
• Maintain hand tools by cleaning, drying and storing properly
• Apply trade-related pesticides and fertilizers as directed
• Maintain grounds by raking leaves, picking up litter and keeping areas tidy and in good appearance
• Clear ditches and remove brush from trails and pathways
• Perform repair work at park facilities; clean and maintain facilities and equipment associated with assigned area
• Maintain irrigation systems by replacing valves and repairing broken water pipelines
• Use chainsaws to fell and buck trees
• Use chippers to remove branches
• Remove snow and ice by shoveling, plowing, or applying deicer

Requirements

• High School Diploma required
• Must possess a valid PA driver's license
• Must have, or obtain a Category 23 Certified Pesticide Applicators License within one year of hire
• Six months experience in grounds maintenance work
• Basic knowledge of methods, techniques, materials and equipment used in grounds maintenance work
• Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, and work well with others
• Ability to work outdoors in all climatic conditions
• Occasional Evening/Weekend/Holiday hours will be required