Job Details

Parks, Recreation and Tourism is seeking a motivated, outgoing individual that enjoys working outside and can provide exemplary customer service.

Grounds Maintenance team promotes and improves the appearance and safety of the City's outdoor areas including parks, recreation and municipal facilities, athletic fields, open space, and various other outdoor sites within the City. This position will assist with repair and construction of facility grounds, in addition to supporting city-wide special event logistics .

Overall primary tasks include but are not limited to:

• Provides exceptional internal and external customer service to a diverse population; responds to requests for services and inquires, as directed by supervisor that meets the expectations of the City's Customer Service and CARES Initiative.

• Operates various lawn and garden equipment, tractor, City vehicles, common hand and power tools.

• Maintains landscaping, grounds, sidewalks, fixtures, fences, playgrounds, shorelines, ballfields and parking lots surrounding all City facilities.

• Performs responsible skilled and semi-skilled work in repair, maintenance and care of grounds, trails, trees, equipment, irrigation systems, recreation facilities and structures.

• Provides logistical support for City sponsored functions and special events; set-up and breakdown tents, fencing, barricades.

• Custodial duties to include cleaning bathrooms, floors, etc. as well as stocking with supplies.

• Monitors and inspects areas for safety hazards and repairs;

• Submits work order request, maintains related forms and records. Assists with completing and maintaining various routine forms and documents.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

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Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :
Requires high school diploma, GED , OR specialized vocational training.

EXPERIENCE :
None Required

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards . Ability to obtain a pesticide certification within 6 months of employment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT :
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications
Previous customer service experience.

Previous work experience in landscaping, and/or facility operations and equipment. Knowledgeable of methods, tools and equipment used in the repair and general maintenance of grounds and facilities.

Understands and follows written and oral instructions, document necessary information for completion of work orders, event schedules, material expenditures and other related documentation.

Possession of, or ability to obtain Pesticide Applicators Certification within the probation period.