Groundskeeper-Trail Maintenance

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Groundskeeper-Trail Maintenance Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 4 Department PARKS, REC, & TOURISM Division PR&T MUNI GROUNDS MAINT Requisition Number 2026336 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule

General work schedule: Monday - Friday

Shift: 7:30am - 3:30pm

• Will include occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement R - Routine Pay Grade GE02 Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary

Starting Pay: $17.51 per hour

• Actual starting rate depends on education and relevant experience.

Job Description

Parks, Recreation and Tourism is seeking a motivated, outgoing individual that enjoys working outside and can provide exemplary customer service.

Grounds Maintenance team promotes and improves the appearance and safety of the City's outdoor areas including trails, parks, recreation and municipal facilities, landscaping, athletic fields, open space, and various other outdoor sites within the City. This position will assist with Trail maintenance, landscaping, mowing, tree work and repair and construction of facility grounds, in addition to supporting city-wide special event logistics.

Overall primary tasks include but are not limited to:

• Provides exceptional internal and external customer service to a diverse population; responds to requests for services and inquires, as directed by supervisor that meets the expectations of the City's Customer Service and CARES Initiative.
• Operates various commercial lawn and garden equipment, tractor, chain saw, pole saw, sprayer, City vehicles, common hand and power tools.
• Maintains trails, trees, landscaping, grounds, sidewalks, fixtures, fences, playgrounds, shorelines, ballfields and parking lots surrounding all City facilities.
• Performs responsible skilled and semi-skilled work in repair, maintenance and care of grounds, trails, trees, equipment, irrigation systems, recreation facilities and structures.
• Provides logistical support for City sponsored functions and special events; set-up and breakdown tents, fencing, barricades, trash disposal
• Custodial duties to include cleaning bathrooms, floors, etc. as well as stocking with supplies. Cleans and removes trash and debris from outdoor sites.
• Monitors and inspects areas for safety hazards and repairs;
• Submits work order request, maintains related forms and records. Assists with completing and maintaining various routine forms and documents.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

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Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

Requires sufficient instruction to perform duties or high school diploma/GED/HSE, depending on department.

EXPERIENCE:

None Required

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards. Ability to obtain a pesticide certification within 6 months of employment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous customer service experience.

Previous work experience in landscaping, trail maintenance, tree pruning and removal, mowing, and/or facility operations and equipment. Knowledgeable of methods, tools and equipment used in the repair and general maintenance of grounds and facilities.

Understands and follows written and oral instructions, document necessary information for completion of work orders, event schedules, material expenditures and other related documentation.

Possession of, or ability to obtain Pesticide Applicators Certification within the probation period.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 07/13/2026 Job Close Date 07/27/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants

Drug Screening: MARIJUANA

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Reaching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Handling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Kneeling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Crouching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Balancing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Various types of lawn maintenance equipment and tools including lawn mowers (riding and push), weed eaters, spray tanks, hand and power tools, chain and hand saws, tractors, front end loaders, grading equipment, large and small vehicles, phone, voice radio, measuring devices, fencing, barricades, tents, and various types of recreational equipment.

Protective Equipment Required

All PPE Required for equipment in use, hearing and eye protection, steal toe work boots.

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards D = Daily Chemical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Electrical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Fire Hazards S = Seasonally Explosives S = Seasonally Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally Other If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally Primary Work Location Outdoors

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

Incumbent must be able to work independently.

Professional References

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • This position requires the ability to obtain a pesticide certification within six months of employment. Will you be able to satisfy this requirement?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review position requirements for details.

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Portfolio