Groundskeeper - Chattanooga Zoo

Chattanooga Zoo is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to assist in all landscaping efforts on Zoo grounds. This position will routinely work with master gardeners, individual volunteers, group volunteers & community service workers to ensure the safety of animals, staff, and the public.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Maintaining landscaping of zoo grounds to include: mowing, weed eating, edging and mulching Planting, weeding, watering landscape, trimming and plant maintenance Assist with hardscapes installation General cleanup of leaves an debris Maintain all equipment used Assist in preventative maintenance of zoo equipment Collect trash from all areas of the zoo each day Assist with morning chores including window washing, recycling collection, leaf blowing sidewalks Keep work and project areas safe, clean, and neat Assist in coordination of volunteers in the department For a complete list of roles and responsibilities, please see Full Job Description below.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent required Two (2) years of experience in landscaping Knowledge of basic carpentry Ability to use hand tools and power tools Any combination of equivalent education and experience to successfully perform the essential functions of the position will be considered

LICENSING & CERTIFICATIONS

none

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Heavy:

Exerting over 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 30 pounds frequently. This position requires standing, walking, climbing bending, stooping and lifting/holding a majority of the time.

Physical Environment:

This staff member routinely works with construction or maintenance machines and equipment such as hand tools, saws, drills, chain saw, paint brushes, wheelbarrows, lawn mowers, weed eaters, leaf blowers, golf carts / mules, pressure washers and other cleaning equipment; occasionally climbs ladders between 12 and 20 feet high; is routinely exposed to external elements which include heat/cold, wet/humid, dry/arid and extreme weather conditions. Personal protective equipment is frequently required. The Friends of the Zoo, Inc (Chattanooga Zoo) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Zoo will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.