Groundskeeper - Part Time

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Essential Functions

Performs intermediate semi-skilled work in the maintenance of municipal parks and grounds, including general park areas, roadway medians and swales, golf greens, fairways, tees, bunkers and rough, and clay/turf athletic fields and clay tennis courts. Installs, repairs, maintains and cares for parks, grounds and related structures and equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

General Statement of Job:

Works as a member of a crew engaged in the maintenance, repair, and improvement of parks, grounds, clay tennis courts, or general park areas.

Repairs and maintains park areas and buildings; performs minor building, custodial, repair, and maintenance work.

Completes safety inspections on playground equipment, boardwalks, docks, restrooms, park amenities, etc.

Collects trash, debris and garbage and disposes of same; repairs grills, tables, trash receptacles, benches, gates and fences; replaces light bulbs.

Participates in the propagation, planting, and transplanting of appropriate trees, shrubs, sod and flowers.

Trims hedges; prunes trees, plants, and flowers; mows grass, pulls weeds and edges.

Performs plant maintenance and care tasks; rakes leaves and spreads mulch; waters plants.

Lays sod, applies grass seed, fertilizer, insecticides, pesticides, and herbicides; follows the guidelines and requirements set forth by the state, county and city rules and regulations.

Mows, edges, blows, waters; weeds, aerates and fertilizes parks and grounds, athletic field turf, general park areas, removes weeds from parks and grounds, including turf, landscape beds, tree rings and picnic areas.

Maintains tennis courts, installs posts, net supports and nets.

Operates and performs preventive maintenance and general repair of maintenance groundskeeping equipment, including mowers, chain saws, tractors, front-end loaders, trenchers, aerators, top dressers, dump trucks, small power equipment and similar equipment.

Maintain parks and grounds by mowing, edging, watering, and fertilizing parks, fields, golf courses, tennis courts, and green spaces.

Perform repairs and upkeep by fixing minor issues with park buildings, equipment, and facilities, including grills, tables, benches, and light fixtures.

Manage waste by collecting trash and litter while ensuring waste bins are clean and emptied.

Care for landscaping by planting, mulching, trimming, and maintaining trees, shrubs, and flowers.

Operate and maintain equipment by safely using and servicing groundskeeping tools such as mowers, tractors, and chainsaws.

Collaborate with the team by assisting with tasks, projects, and special events to enhance park aesthetics, functionality, and safety.

Conduct safety inspections by regularly assessing playgrounds, boardwalks, docks, and other park areas for potential hazards.

Control weeds and turf by removing weeds and applying fertilizers and pesticides to maintain healthy turf.

Install and treat grass by laying sod, applying grass seed, and using fertilizers, insecticides, pesticides, and herbicides in compliance with state, county, and city regulations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

General knowledge of the methods, materials, and practices used in parks and general park area maintenance.

General knowledge of the equipment used to maintain parks and grounds, general park area and its safe operation.

General knowledge of the tools, materials, and equipment used in general maintenance work.

General knowledge of the materials, equipment, tools, and techniques of the standard building trades.

General knowledge of safety precautions applicable to the duties of the class.

Skilled in:

Operation of parks and grounds, and general park area maintenance equipment

Using machinery such as Golf carts and lawn equipment.

Ability to:

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, patrons, and the general public.

Understand and follow oral and written directions.

Use common hand tools.

Operate simple machinery.

Perform manual labor for extended periods.

Compose and send e-mail and basic computer skills to prepare evaluations.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.

Six (6) months of general maintenance experience.

Position may require possession of a Florida Restricted Use Pesticide license, a Best Management Practices Certification, and/or Fertilizers Applicators License.

Post Offer Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:

Criminal Background Check

Employment Verification

Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check

Certification/License Verification

Physical Examination

Drug and Alcohol Screening

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.

Physical and Environmental Demands and Conditions

Occasionally ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.

Constantly moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.

Constantly remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

Constantly moving about within the immediate work area to accomplish tasks.

Constantly moving from one worksite to another.

Constantly adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.

Constantly communicating with others to exchange information.

Constantly repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Constantly operating a computer and other equipment using motions requiring manual dexterity or fine motor skills.

Constantly operating machinery and/or power tools.

Constantly operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.

Constantly assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Constantly having the ability to observe details accurately and identify variances.

Constantly lifting/carrying objects 50 pounds or less.

Constantly pushing/pulling objects 50 pounds or less.

Never working in a normal office environment with few physical discomforts.

Constantly working in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation, or the like.

Constantly working in an area that is very uncomfortable due to extreme temperature, noise levels, or other environmental conditions.

Constantly working in an outdoor area where exposure to animals, reptiles, and/or insects may occur.

Constantly working with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises, or muscle pulls.

Constantly maintaining regular in-office and/or onsite attendance.

Essential Employee Designation

When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration that a state of emergency exists, any employee may be deemed essential by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work.

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran-Friendly Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.

The City is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability,