Groundskeeper

GROUNDSKEEPER

This is routine manual work in maintaining grounds and equipment found in a recreation program or at an institution or facility. Work is performed under general supervision with assignments being outlined in detail and spot-checked by inspections. Although it is not a normal function of this position, supervision may be exercised over part time and/or temporary employees.

Typical Work Activities :

Mows, rakes and cuts grass; Cleans grounds of trash, debris, and similar material; Maintains lawns, grounds, playing fields, and playground equipment; Levels, grades and removes stones; Removes snow from walkways and other areas; Spreads sand and salt; Assists in miscellaneous activities such as moving heavy objects; Assists in other groundskeeping activities, such as seeding, fertilization, and watering lawns; Transplants seedlings and plants and cares for trees and shrubs, including clipping and pruning; Performs general maintenance tasks in the preparation and care of baseball, football and soccer fields as well as fences, goals, stands and other related equipment; Operates incinerator, removes garbage and delivers garbage to landfill; Maintains equipment used in grounds maintenance; Assists in maintenance of roads and driveways; Performs maintenance tasks on golf courses; May make minor repairs to buildings; Drives motor equipment as required for maintenance tasks; May perform minor tasks of a semiskilled nature such as carpentry, welding, painting, plumbing, and minor electrical maintenance; Does related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications :

No minimum qualifications.

Special Requirement :

May require possession of a valid Driver License to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at time of application and to maintain the position. A department head may require the possession of the appropriate level Commercial Driver's License.

Civil Service Eligibility Required Application Deadline:

06/03/2026

Civil Service Title:

Groundskeeper Job Number:

208