Grounds Maintenance Worker

Job Description

Job Description

***Position open until September 18, 2026***The City of Haines City is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for all positions equally without regard to their race, sex, age, color, religion, creed, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. The City of Haines City is a Drug-Free Workplace. Applicants who complete the initial screening process will be required to complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical. Police Department applicants will also be required to take a Polygraph Examination. All information provided by an applicant will be verified for truthfulness and accuracy if a conditional offer of employment is made. Applications and other submitted documents are considered public records.Salary range is provided to show the min to max compensation for a position. It is not the basis for or guarantee of a starting salary. Position Function:Under the direction of the Parks Supervisor or Superintendent, performs duties necessary to support the Parks Division to ensure the proper maintenance of City parks, grounds, green spaces, athletic complexes and fields, and common areas for City-owned property and facilities providing for a safe and aesthetically pleasing environment.  Essential Duties:Performs duties necessary to support the Parks Division to ensure the proper maintenance of City parks, grounds, green spaces, athletic complexes and fields, and common areas for City-owned property and/or facilities providing for a safe and aesthetically pleasing environment. Responsible for the care and replacement of plants and trees, including but not limited to raking, pruning, mulching, clearing, planting, minor irrigation installation and repair, mowing, weeding, edging, and painting. Responsible for safely using and proper care and maintenance of all tools and equipment necessary to complete projects, assignments, and/or tasks.Performs duties that require use of the following equipment: Operate zero turn and walk behind mowers, Stick edgers (12 lbs.) and walk behind edgers (wheels w/hand grips), String trimmers (14 lbs.), Blowers -backpack (21 lbs.) and handheld (6 lbs.), Pressure washers - wand (4 lbs.) and floor scrubbers (walk behind w/handle grips), Pruning/Trimming - hedgers (13 lbs.), chainsaws (4-7 lbs.), pole saws (16 lbs.), and Loppers (3.5 lbs.), axe (3 lbs.).Performs duties to ensure the upkeep of ball fields, recreation centers, and athletic complexes through debris and trash removal, painting, and "striping." Responsible for the care, maintenance, and repair of artificial turf through vacuuming and disinfecting, and removal and replacement of cushioning pad/padding.Daily work schedule may include: Debris Removal - limbs, leaves, landscaping debris, Trash Removal - public and parks services refuse from all city properties and roadways, Custodial work - city parks, buildings, restrooms, athletic fields, Landscaping - removal and installation, Painting - roller and brush, Irrigation - minor repairs -glue/primer, Minor equipment repairs with hand/air tools, minor woodworking tools, Vehicle operations - Gators/Polaris, trucks/trailers, tractor/loader, field, ability to safely and properly use ladders and Communication - handheld/truck radios, office/cell phone.Responsible for preparing for events through constructing and/or deconstructing fencing, barricades, chairs, and stages, as well as "set-up" and "tear-down" tasks.Duties may include cleaning public restrooms.Performs additional duties as assigned. Environment:Duties are performed primarily within an outdoor environment or setting. Possible exposure to electrical and chemical hazards; vibration; loud noise; inclement weather; dust, allergens, and mold. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge and experience normally obtained through the completion of a curriculum resulting in either a High School Diploma or GED is preferred, but not required; one (1) year of work-related experience is required.  Ability to understand and guard against job site hazards by observing proper safety precautions. Some knowledge of simple hand tools used in ground maintenance operations.  Establish and maintain working relationships with other staff members and the public. Must exhibit attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.  Must be able to communicate and present oneself professionally. Ability to perform basic mathematical equations for the application of fertilizers and use of chemical cleaners. Ability to establish and maintain effective working and professional relationships with City employees officials, and the general public.  Ability to take and follow oral instructions.  Ability to read and understand instructions and product directions.  Ability to work under high demands, short time constraints, and pressure in a fast-paced work environment. Ability to work during weekends and nighttime events and hours of operation. Skilled in operating landscaping equipment and handheld and/or power tools. Other Requirements:Must possess a Valid Florida Class E driver's license.  Must pass applicable pre-employment testing and background and credit checks. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:This position may be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County