What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper- Park & Municipal Grounds position at City of Chesapeake?
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :
Requires sufficient instruction to perform duties or high school diploma/ GED / HSE , depending on department.
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.
VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :
Requires sufficient instruction to perform duties or high school diploma/ GED / HSE , depending on department.
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.