Groundskeeper (Urban Parks/ Cemeteries)

Groundskeeper for Urban Parks/Cemeteries

Pay type:  Part-time, hourly, non exempt

Reports to:  Director of Parks and Recreation

1. Overall duties include the safety and beauty of the cemetery grounds, equipment, vehicles and facilities. This duty is performed daily.

2. Duties include, but are not limited to: pruning, mowing, weed eating, digging, trail building, cleaning facilities, raking leaves, painting, sweeping, edging, replacing mower blades, cleaning equipment, cleaning and organizing the shop. This duty is performed daily.

3. May arrange chairs, tables, and sporting or exercise equipment in designated rooms or other areas for schedule recreational activities. This duty is performed monthly.

4. May operate off-road park or cemetery equipment and use hand tools. This duty is often.

5. May be required to drive department vehicles, often with trailers. This duty is performed infrequently.

6. Will be required to use appropriate safety equipment for protection of self or the public. This duty is performed daily.

7. May require handling, mixing, and application of herbicides/pesticides.

8. Some basic mechanical knowledge is desired but not needed.

9. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned. Some weekend work will be required.