What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Groundskeeper - Greenway position at City of Murfreesboro?
- DESCRIPTION
This position is considered a Safety-Sensitive position. Applicants who pass the interview process will be subject to drug and alcohol testing.
The purpose of this position is to conduct maintenance and upkeep of the public parks, grounds, buildings, athletic fields and related facilities within the Recreation Department.
- EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Essential Functions:
- Must be able to communicate with others in spoken and written English to ensure the safe and efficient operations of the business.
- Mows/cuts grass with power equipment, commercial riding mowers and weed eaters.
- Opens and closes park gates, restrooms and prepares fields for use.
- Loads and unloads dirt, gravel, and other debris.
- Cleans, maintains and services equipment and tools.
- Picks up trash in the parks areas and disposes of it properly.
- Cleans and restocks restrooms and cleans picnic pavilions and prepares them for reservations.
- Maintains and conducts light repair work on equipment, building and grounds; repairs irrigation systems.
- Moves and sets up for park functions requiring moving tables, bleachers, and chairs for concerts and special events.
- Cuts down and removes limbs, branches, and trees that have been damaged by adverse weather conditions.
- Trims and sprays weeds with herbicide; spreads fertilizer.
- Installs mulch and trims landscape.
- Performs other work as assigned.
Physical Demands:
- Refer to Essential Functions Addendum #1.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS ADDENDUM #1
GROUNDSKEEPER GROUNDSKEEPER/MAINTENANCE WORKER
LANDSCAPE FOREMAN LANDSCAPER/GREENSKEEPER
LEAD LANDSCAPER/GROUNDSKEEPER MAINTENANCE FOREMAN
TURF SUPERVISOR
Physical Demand Definition Key
Rarely
Less than 8 repetitions per hour, or less than 33% of the day.
Occasional
8-15 repetitions per hour, or 33% of the day.
Frequently
16-32 repetitions per hour, or 34-65% of the workday.
Consistently
33 or more repetitions per hour, or 66% or higher of a workday
- TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
- Requires High School diploma or GED, which may be waived by work experience.
- Experience in landscaping or closely related field preferred.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
- Must have a valid driver's license.
The City of Murfreesboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The City of Murfreesboro is a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace Employer and requires applicants and employees to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing. The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and will consider all applicants for all positions without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veterans status, and any other legally protected status.
Individuals who require accommodation(s) in order to complete the employment application process should contact the Director of Human Resources via, phone, e-mail or mail.
