Groundskeeper I - Brentwood

About the role

At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries. The High Point Parks & Recreation Department enhances quality of life by providing innovative programs, parks and facilities for present and future generations. We offer 41 parks, two golf courses, five recreation centers, an environmental education center, tennis and pickleballs courts, a campground, marinas, playgrounds, ballfields, greenways and natural trails and more. Our vision is to enhance the City by providing recreation programming and community events that promote strong bonds, improve health and wellness and celebrate the City's history and character. We are committed to providing opportunities for all age and abilities. We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1,300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world! Our Core Values: Integrity : Saying what we mean and consistently doing what we say with no desire other than the good of the citizens we serve. It means standing up for beliefs. Responsibility : A continual process that emphasizes a high level of personal accountability by each member of the organization. Partnership : Adding competitive value and quality to the services provided to our residents, businesses, and visitors through responsible fiscal stewardship, increased innovation, greater use of technology, and expanded civic, neighborhood and regional partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Starting pay for this position is $17.19/per hour.
• The Groundskeeper performs grounds maintenance; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision of the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor. Work schedule may include nights, weekends and holidays.
• Essential Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Performs and assists in general park maintenance including mowing, edging, pruning, trimming, spraying, watering, chemical treatment, planting and general care of grass, plants and trees;
• Operates tractors and various power equipment to mow and maintain golf course;
• Rakes and edges sand traps;
• Prepares seed beds, lays sod, spreads seed, lime, fertilizer and straw;
• Weeds, mulches, prepares plant beds and plants flowers;
• Assists in irrigation repairs, building erosion control walls and installing drain lines;
• Hand waters greens, sets up hose and sprinklers, and under supervision, turns on automatic irrigation system;
• Cleans and performs simple maintenance on equipment;
• Changes cup settings, moves tee markers and picks up trash;
• Does general maintenance as required;
• Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies.

Requirements

• Minimum Required Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year experience using the trade tools and equipment
• Thorough understanding of local, state and federal safety regulations and OSHA
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License
• Physical Requirements
• Hearing/Speaking - Expressing and/or receiving information by means of spoken word are both necessary to converse with internal and external customers including co-workers, citizens, and necessary to operate equipment safely and enforce safety regulations.
• Visual Abilities - the ability to perceive via eyesight is required for this position:
• Acuity, far - clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. Must be able to see people at a distance in order to monitor their activities in order to ensure their safety around equipment. Both eyes 20/25 - R 20/30 - L 20/30 corrected
• Acuity, near - clarity of vision at 20 inches or less. Must be able to see equipment and work aids at close range in order to operate them properly. Both eyes 20/25 corrected
• Depth perception - Three-dimensional vision and the ability to judge distance and space relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are. Necessary in order to properly operate equipment and monitor activities for regulation and safety. Depth perception - 4
• Field of Vision - the area that can be seen up and down or

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Additional Information

Please note: This job opening may close earlier than the stated date, due to high candidate volume. If interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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