(Public Properties)

SEASONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY

Grounds Maintenance Worker – Public Properties
Current Starting Pay Range: $15.13 -$18.29 per hour (depending on experience)

Following is a brief overview of the position. Please review the entire job description (attached) for a
complete listing of the essential duties, responsibilities, physical demands and working environment,
minimum qualifications, and other requirements of this position.

Class Summary
The City of Hudson is accepting applications for two (2) seasonal Grounds Maintenance Workers in
the Public Properties Division of the Public Works Department. This is routine manual work in the
maintenance of City public properties. Work involves the operation of power mowers, and the
operation and use of small power and hand tools, trash pick-up and general upkeep of outdoor public
properties. Approximate hours worked will be 30-40 hours per week with availability needed on the
weekends. Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Minimum Qualifications
Please review the Minimum Qualifications section found on the attached job description.

How to Apply
Employment application forms may be viewed and printed from the Human Resources page at
https://www.hudson.oh.us/HumanResources. Submit completed employment application by email to
HumanResources@hudson.oh.us and put in the subject line: Grounds Maintenance Worker– Public
Properties. Position open until filled.




The City of Hudson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a policy of Equal Employment
Opportunity for all employees and applicants. The City of Hudson does not discriminate in employment or the
provision of services on the basis of race, color, national origin and ancestry, gender (sex), religion, age,
disability, sex (wages), military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected
by Federal or State law.

Date Posted: 06/05/2026

City of Hudson, Ohio

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER I

FLSA Status: N Class Code: Non-Bargaining Updated: 03/28/2022

CLASS SUMMARY

This is routine, manual work in the maintenance of parks, greens, cemeteries, or golf course

grounds, buildings and equipment. Work involves the operation of small tractors, power mowers,

and the operation and use of small power and hand tools. Employees in this classification are part-

time or seasonal workers. This is an entry level position, and employees receive specific

instructions and training prior to work being assigned. Work is performed under close supervision,

and is reviewed by a supervisor through observation while in progress and upon completion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Any one position may not include all the

duties listed nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this

class. Allocation of positions to this class will be determined on the amount of time spent in

performing the primary duties.)

Operates small power mowers and string trimmers, and uses rakes, shovels and other hand tools

in the maintenance of parks, cemeteries, greens or golf course grounds.

Cuts grass and weeds; trims and edges around trees, curbs, sidewalks, parking lots, buildings and

other facilities; picks-up and removes trimmings; cleans work-site areas; rakes and cleans bunkers

and grounds.

Patrols grounds and removes rocks, debris and other hazardous objects; picks up paper, cans,

bottles, and other litter and places in proper trash and recycling containers.

Assists in planting flowers and shrubs, and laying sod; weeds and maintains flower beds; waters

flowers, plants and grass.

Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, fellow employees and

residents.

Must follow and comply with City rules and policies.

Must have regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT (The physical demands and

work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by

an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions.)

Work is performed primarily in an outdoor environment. Work frequently requires standing,

walking, crawling, stooping, bending and kneeling for prolonged periods. Also, work frequently

requires climbing, balancing on uneven surfaces, lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50

City of Hudson, Ohio

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER I

FLSA Status: N Class Code: Non-Bargaining Updated: 03/28/2022

pounds, reaching with hands and arms in front of body and overhead, and using hands and fingers

to operate tools and equipment. Work frequently exposes employee to extreme weather conditions,

loud noise, vibrations, dust, and exhaust fumes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Work requires some experience in the operation of small mowers and power tools used in

maintenance of grounds, buildings and facilities. Work experience should include the following

knowledge, abilities, and skills:

• Some knowledge of the types and uses of mowing equipment and power tools commonly

• Some knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety requirements of the work.
  

• Ability to operate small mowing equipment, tractors and power tools safely and efficiently

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  

• Ability to perform manual tasks requiring strength, agility and endurance.
  

Skill in the operation and use of small mowing equipment and power and hand tools.

Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, fellow employees and

residents.

LICENSE, CERTIFICATE, OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS (All required licenses and

certificates must be current, and the privileges granted under each cannot be suspended or

otherwise encumbered.)

Valid Driver’s License