Lead Groundskeeper

This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.

Annual Salary:

$40,579.50 - $42,900.00

Hourly:

$20.81 - $22.00

Department:

Culture & Recreation, Grounds Maintenance

Division:

Park & Landscape Maintenance

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

In this role, you will assist in the maintenance of public parks, property or rights-of-way using a variety of machines, tools and equipment, and lead the crew in the absence of the Crew Leader.

Examples of Duties:

• Instructs other members of crews in proper operational procedures and techniques.
• Assists the Crew Leader in coordinating the tasks to be performed by the crew; supervises the crew in the absence of the Crew Leader.
• Operates city vehicles and equipment, to include trucks and trailers.
• May requisition or purchase supplies and equipment.
• Cuts lawns.
• Trims and edges around walks, flower beds, and walls.
• Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged leaves, branches, or twigs.
• Sprays lawn, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides.
• Cleans grounds and removes litter.
• Cleans out drainage ditches and culverts.
• Makes minor on-site repairs to equipment such as lawn mower, spreader, and weed trimming equipment; sharpens tools such as weed cutters, edging tools, and shears.
• Receives instruction and training in proper safety precautions, use of tools, etc. required in maintenance.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Two years of experience
• High school diploma/GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid state issued driver's license.
• Ability to use a smart phone device and computer software

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