What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper-Seasonal Cannonsburgh position at City of Murfreesboro, TN?
DESCRIPTION
This position is considered a Safety-Sensitive position. Applicants who pass the interview process will be subject to drug and alcohol testing.
The purpose of this position is to conduct maintenance and upkeep of the public parks, grounds, buildings, athletic fields and related facilities within the Recreation Department.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Essential Functions:
- Must be able to communicate with others in spoken and written English to ensure the safe and efficient operations of the business.
- Mows/cuts grass with power equipment, commercial riding mowers and weed eaters.
- Opens and closes park gates, restrooms and prepares fields for use.
- Loads and unloads dirt, gravel, and other debris.
- Cleans, maintains and services equipment and tools.
- Picks up trash in the parks areas and disposes of it properly.
- Cleans and restocks restrooms and cleans picnic pavilions and prepares them for reservations.
- Maintains and conducts light repair work on equipment, building and grounds; repairs irrigation systems.
- Moves and sets up for park functions requiring moving tables, bleachers, and chairs for concerts and special events.
- Cuts down and removes limbs, branches, and trees that have been damaged by adverse weather conditions.
- Trims and sprays weeds with herbicide; spreads fertilizer.
- Installs mulch and trims landscape.
- Performs other work as assigned.
Physical Demands:
- Refer to Essential Functions Addendum #1.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
- Requires High School diploma or GED, which may be waived by work experience.
- Experience in landscaping or closely related field preferred.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
The City of Murfreesboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
CITY OF MURFREESBORO
BI-WEEKLY PAYROLL CALENDAR FOR 2026
WORK WEEK: SUNDAY - SATURDAY
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HOLIDAYS - 2026
Holiday
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Day
Day of Week
New Years Day
January
1
Thursday
Martin Luther King Day
January
19
Monday
President's Day
February
16
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Memorial Day
May
25
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Juneteenth
June
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Independence Day
July 4th (Observed July 3rd)
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Labor Day
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Salary : $14