Part Time Parks Groundskeeper I

## Part Time Parks Groundskeeper IApplylocations:
Waterford, Michigan, United Statestime type:
Part time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agotime left to apply:
End Date:
August 15, 2026 (12 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR-0000756##
** Overview & Benefits
** Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.

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** General Summary
** This position is limited to 1,000 hours/year.
Compensation: $19.51 - $25.41 per hour

Location:

Bloomfield Hills, MI    Under direct supervision, performs routine duties involved in landscaping, improving and maintaining County grounds and parking areas including mowing and trimming lawns and planting, transplanting and maintaining flower beds. Assists higher level grounds employees in planting, transplanting, pruning, trimming, laying sod, sowing grass seed, fertilizing trees, shrubs and lawns. Operates power groundskeeping and snow removal equipment and other County vehicles such as tractors and pick up trucks.

Assists with various grounds construction projects. Responsible for performing snow removal and emergency duties on an on call basis.##
** Minimum Qualifications
** EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* Be at least 16 years old and a high school graduate; OR have completed the State requirements for a G.E.D. certificate; OR be an emancipated minor; OR have passed their 18th birthday.
* Have at least six (6) months of full-time work experience in all aspects of Groundskeeping, including turf care and assisting in planting, pruning, and fertilizing flowers, trees, and shrubs.

NOTE:

When assigned to apply pesticides, must possess a Commercial Pesticide Applicator's Certification from the Michigan Department of Agriculture in the following categories:
Turf Grass, Ornamental Plants, and Right of Way.
* Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license.  Out of Country driver’s license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver’s license before the hire date.

NOTE:

When assigned to drive designated trucks, must possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a group “A” designation with airbrakes.
* Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical, established for this classification.
* Successfully complete the six month probationary period.

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
* Be a high school graduate or equivalent.
* Reasonable ability to understand and follow written and oral directions.
* Reasonable ability to use and care for groundskeeping hand tools and powered equipment.
* Physical condition that would permit performing manual duties out‐of‐doors for extended periods in both very hot and very cold temperatures.
* Resistance or tolerance to sun poisoning and the adverse effects of insect and spider bites.
* Reasonable ability to maintain personal cleanliness and a presentable public appearance.
* Reasonable interest in groundskeeping work with the ability to learn new techniques.
* Reasonable ability to work & cooperate in a team effort, when necessary, to successfully complete an assignment.
* Willingness to adjust personal time to fit work needs when necessary.
* Some groundskeeping or landscaping experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
* Must maintain a valid United States motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeurs license.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
* May function as leader over a small crew of seasonal grounds maintenance employees.
* Instructs, assists and checks the work of employees.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
* Cuts and…