Parks Groundskeeper – Temporary Position Available In Putnam, Tennessee
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Job Description
Parks Groundskeeper – Temporary 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 10 East Broad Street, Cookeville, TN 38501
Position Title:
Parks Groundskeeper Pay Grade:
E Department:
Leisure Services and Public Facilities FLSA Status:
Nonexempt Reports To:
Division Foreman or Manager Safety Sensitive:
No Position Supervises:
No Date Approved:
03/2025
On-call Required:
No Date Revised:
02/2025 Job description statements are: intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title; not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required; and subject to change, as approved by the City Manager.
THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION WITHOUT BENEFITS. POSITION AUTHORITY
Performs duties under supervision of parks division foreman or manager. May be placed in supervisory position over other groundspersons on a job-to-job basis; will supervise temporary maintenance employees as necessary.
JOB SUMMARY
Employees in this class are under general supervision. Work performed in a variety of parks and recreation maintenance and construction tasks.
Examples of work performed:
works in parks construction or maintenance projects such as mowing, weed? eating, mulching, maintaining athletic fields, installing and repairing playground and park equipment, painting and repairing equipment, etc; performs work of an unskilled or semi-skilled nature when necessary; inspects equipment and performs routine maintenance on a regular basis, operates light and heavy equipment such as tractor, mower, bush hog, backhoe and dump truck. Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions Knowledge of tools and equipment to be used in performance of duties Ability to operate light motor vehicle and mowing equipment Ability to follow oral and written instructions Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public and other employees
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
: High school education or equivalent is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
May require a Commercial Driver’s License within six (6) months of employment, depending on assigned division.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical:
Lift and carry up to 100 lbs. repetitively. Perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods, including walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing. Move across uneven terrain, slopes, and wet or muddy areas. Operate and service various tools and equipment, including mowers, tractors, backhoes, and dump trucks.
Environmental:
Work outdoors in extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow. Work around loud machinery, dust, dirt, and other airborne debris.
