Groundskeeper

Job Summary Position: Groundskeeper Agency: Military Affairs Requisition No: 878690 Position Number: 62000084 Pay Plan: Career Service Salary: $34,760.00 Posting Closing Date: 07/13/2026 Work Location Starke, FL Benefits Health Insurance Life Insurance Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance Retirement Benefits Vacation and Sick Leave Paid Holidays Opportunities for Career Advancement Tuition Waiver for Public College Courses Training Opportunities Responsibilities Maintain lawn, shrub, and tree health by cutting, trimming, mulching, and aerating. Care for field areas, edges, flower beds, and shoreline vegetation. Operate and service landscaping equipment such as mowers, tractors, and chain saws. Perform minor maintenance and repairs on all lawn equipment. Safely operate powered equipment and vehicles, including twin‑axle vehicles. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent. One year of experience in landscaping or ground maintenance. Physical Requirements Ability to bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist, grasp, push, and pull. Manual dexterity with hands and fingers. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of English grammar and composition. Understanding of customer service principles and quality standards. Knowledge of chemical properties and safe handling of substances. Proficiency in operating and maintaining equipment and systems. Skill in coordinating hands and limbs for machine operation. Equal Opportunity & E‑Verify The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E‑Verify program. Veterans’ Preference may apply to eligible candidates. All employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with the Florida Drug‑Free Workplace Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr