Groundskeeper - Brentwood

Position: Groundskeeper I - Brentwood
* 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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* Who We Are:

** 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 pickle balls courts, a campground, marinas, playgrounds, ball fields, 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.
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* What We Offer:

** The City of High Point offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefit package for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:
* A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
* 401K and 457B Retirement Plans
* PTO earned within first year
* 12 Paid Holidays per year
* Tuition Reimbursement Plan
* Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective day one
** What You'll Do:
** 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.
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* Qualifications:

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* 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…