Groundskeeper- Park & Municipal Grounds

Drug Screening: MARIJUANA

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Job Type

Job Type Full Time

Posting Type

Posting Type Public

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 4

Department

Department PARKS, REC, & TOURISM

Division

Division PR&T MAINT/PARKS

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026500

Number of hours worked per week

Number of hours worked per week 40

Work Schedule

General work schedule:
Monday - Friday
Shift: 7:30am - 3:30pm

* Will include occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays

Work Site Location

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA
- City wide recreational facilities

Position Driving Requirement

Position Driving Requirement R
- Routine

Pay Grade

Pay Grade GE02

Pay Basis

Advertised Salary

$17.50 - $23.19 / per hour
Actual starting pay based on qualifications and experience

Join the Parks, Recreation & Tourism team!

We're looking for a motivated, dependable individual who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in creating safe, clean, and welcoming spaces for the community.

As part of our Grounds Maintenance team, you'll help maintain and improve City parks, athletic fields, recreation facilities, trails, and other outdoor spaces. You'll also assist with grounds repair and construction, special event logistics, and providing exceptional customer service.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provides exceptional internal and external customer service to a diverse population. Responds to service requests and inquiries, as directed by the supervisor, while meeting the expectations of the City's Customer Service and CARES Initiative.
• Operates a variety of lawn and garden equipment, tractors, City vehicles, and common hand and power tools.
• Maintains landscaping, grounds, sidewalks, fixtures, fences, playgrounds, shorelines, athletic fields, and parking lots surrounding City facilities.
• Performs skilled and semi-skilled work involving the repair, maintenance, and care of grounds, trails, trees, equipment, irrigation systems, recreation facilities, and related structures.
• Provides logistical support for City-sponsored functions and special events, including the setup and breakdown of tents, fencing, barricades, and other event equipment.
• Performs custodial duties, including cleaning bathrooms and floors and restocking necessary supplies.
• Monitors and inspects assigned areas for safety hazards and performs or reports necessary repairs.
• Submits work order requests and maintains related forms and records.
• Assists with completing, organizing, and maintaining routine forms, documents, and other departmental records.
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The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :
Requires sufficient instruction to perform duties or high school diploma/ GED / HSE , depending on department.

EXPERIENCE :
None Required

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards
. Ability to obtain a pesticide certification within 6 months of employment.

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