Groundskeeper

About the Department

Under the supervision of the Team Leader, performs semi-skilled work in the maintenance and upkeep of grounds using a variety of hand tools, power tools and equipment.  The incumbent receives assignments from the supervisor who indicates generally the work to be done, limitations, quality and quantity expected, and deadlines and priority of assignments.  Work is reviewed through observation during and after completion for adherence to established policies and work progress.

Position Duties

Assists in the maintenance and repair of playgrounds, ball fields, park buildings and structures such as restrooms, tennis and racquetball courts, running track and playground equipment.
 
Mows, waters, places sod; rakes, trims hedges; edges; cleans restrooms; picks up trash and litter.
 
Trims trees and operates chain saw; work may involve operation of trucks and equipment.
 
Operates lawn tractors, mowers, saws, clippers and other hand tools used in maintenance work.
 
Applies fertilizer and insecticide to city property.
 
NOTE:   The examples of essential functions as listed in this classification specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class.  The omission of an essential function of work does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED, supplemented with six (6) months experience in general grounds work, maintenance and repair, including the operation of mowers and equipment.

Must possess a valid State of Florida driver's license.

Other Qualifications

Please review the full job description for this position by clicking on the Menu option in the upper left, and then select Class Specifications.  This is an important step in reviewing the KSA's and Physical, Environmental, and Sensory Requirements.

This position maybe considered “Mission Critical” (aka “Essential”) and maybe required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency.

The City of Stuart is a tobacco-free/vaping-free workplace.  All applicants must attest that they have not used tobacco or nicotine products for the preceding 3-month period from the date of application. Candidates chosen for positions with the City of Stuart must undergo pre-employment screening to include verification of their non-use of tobacco or nicotine products in order to be considered for employment.   

The City of Stuart is An Equal Opportunity Employer ADA/VP/DFWP/TFWP