Groundskeeper Crew Lead

Groundskeeper Crew Lead

Performs responsible routine work as lead worker in the maintenance and cleaning of grounds in city parks, schools, right‑of‑way, public recreational facilities, and/or Downtown Mall. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Groundskeeper Supervisor.

The hiring amount for this position is between $23.42 an hour - $28.78 an hour ($48,713.60 - $59,862.40 annually). Starting pay for this position is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full‑time, non‑exempt position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer‑paid life insurance, City’s retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the 'benefits' tab on this posting, or visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City’s Benefits Administrator at .

Note:

This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of “Continuous.” If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified.

This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• Performs and leads others in a variety of activities at city parks, downtown mall, schools, right‑of‑way, and/or recreational facilities including but not limited to:
  • Mowing and weeding grass, planting and mulching, and planting trees
  • Dragging and lining ball fields, preparing fields after the season by adding dirt and cutting sod, and grass removal off field
  • Fertilizing and reseeding turf
  • Pruning and trimming trees and shrubs, limbs and felling trees as needed
  • Finding and digging urn graves, and marking areas for full graves and head stones
  • Managing fallen leaves; clearing and removing snow and ice off walkways
  • Clears and removes snow from walkways, parks and other assigned areas
  • Cleaning up trash and debris
• Serves in a lead capacity, such as assigning tasks, reviewing work quality, providing guidance and technical assistance to maintenance crew and others.
• Schedules work and ensures quality and safety standards are met. Coordinates with supervisor to prioritize scheduled and unscheduled work.
• Tracks inventory to ensure necessary supplies, tools and equipment are available. Responsible for the storage, application, disposal, documentation and recordkeeping of materials.
• Operates city vehicle in the performs of duties, including heavy equipment; operates and maintains equipment, hand tools, and power tools engaged in routine and more difficult maintenance and construction projects. Ensures proper care in the use and upkeep of equipment assigned.
• Performs basic equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Responds to applicable work orders or requests from the public and staff; interacts effectively and professionally.
• Completes work according to maintenance standards and checklists, and reports issues to supervisor to ensure proper operations and/or adherence of safety regulations and implements corrective measures.
• Solves simple to more difficult problems and actively seeks…