Part Time Parks Groundskeeper I

Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.

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General Summary

This position is limited to 1,000 hours/year.

Compensation: $19.51 - $25.41 per hour

Location: Bloomfield Hills, MI

Under direct supervision, performs routine duties involved in landscaping, improving and maintaining County grounds and parking areas including mowing and trimming lawns and planting, transplanting and maintaining flower beds. Assists higher level grounds employees in planting, transplanting, pruning, trimming, laying sod, sowing grass seed, fertilizing trees, shrubs and lawns. Operates power groundskeeping and snow removal equipment and other County vehicles such as tractors and pick up trucks. Assists with various grounds construction projects. Responsible for performing snow removal and emergency duties on an on call basis.

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Be at least 16 years old and a high school graduate; OR have completed the State requirements for a G.E.D. certificate; OR be an emancipated minor; OR have passed their 18th birthday.
• Have at least six (6) months of full-time work experience in all aspects of Groundskeeping, including turf care and assisting in planting, pruning, and fertilizing flowers, trees, and shrubs. NOTE: When assigned to apply pesticides, must possess a Commercial Pesticide Applicator's Certification from the Michigan Department of Agriculture in the following categories: Turf Grass, Ornamental Plants, and Right of Way.
• Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license. Out of Country driver’s license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver’s license before the hire date. NOTE: When assigned to drive designated trucks, must possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a group “A” designation with airbrakes.
• Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical, established for this classification.
• Successfully complete the six month probationary period.
  
  

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• Be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Reasonable ability to understand and follow written and oral directions.
• Reasonable ability to use and care for groundskeeping hand tools and powered equipment.
• Physical condition that would permit performing manual duties out‑of‑doors for extended periods in both very hot and very cold temperatures.
• Resistance or tolerance to sun poisoning and the adverse effects of insect and spider bites.
• Reasonable ability to maintain personal cleanliness and a presentable public appearance.
• Reasonable interest in groundskeeping work with the ability to learn new techniques.
• Reasonable ability to work & cooperate in a team effort, when necessary, to successfully complete an assignment.
• Willingness to adjust personal time to fit work needs when necessary.
• Some groundskeeping or landscaping experience.
  
  

Special Requirements

• Must maintain a valid United States motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeurs license.
  
  

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

• May function as leader over a small crew of seasonal grounds maintenance employees.
• Instructs, assists and checks the work of employees.
  
  

Essential Job Functions

• Cuts and trims lawns using hand and power operated mowers and edgers to maintain appearance and health of lawns.
• Plants and maintains flower beds by digging, preparing the soil, watering, weeding, fertilizing and pruning the flowers to promote growth.
• Maintains grounds machinery and equipment such as lawnmowers, tractors and hand tools by checking fluid and oil levels, tire pressure, sharpening mower blades and following other prescribed procedures to ensure efficient, safe operation.
• Removes snow and ice from parking lots and sidewalks using salt and hand and power snow removal equipment including shovels, snow blowers and plows.
• Collects and removes debris and litter from County grounds to the proper disposal location.
  
  

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists higher level grounds maintenance employees in planting, transplanting and maintaining trees, bushes and shrubs by digging and preparing the soil in the planting area and watering, weeding, fertilizing and pruning to promote growth of plants.
• Assists higher level grounds maintenance employees in establishing and maintaining lawns by preparing the soil, seeding, laying sod, fertilizing, watering and raking lawn areas.
• Participates in landscape construction and repair projects such as: earth moving, drainage, terracing grounds, patching cracks and holes in pavement, sealing asphalt, placing bumper blocks, irrigation repair, and sign installation and maintenance.
  
  

Essential Mental & Physical Requirements

• Ability to communicate to accurately convey information.
• Ability to operate landscape equipment.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in variable weather conditions, confined spaces and areas of loud noises.
• May be exposed to machinery and equipment that could affect health conditions.
• May participate in activities that require driving or being a passenger in an automobile or bus.
  
  

IMPORTANT NOTE: The primary purpose of this job description is to set a fair and equitable salary range for this job classification. Generally, only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the supervisor.

Additional Minimum Qualifications

Union*

• If applicable
  
  

EEO Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Inclusion Statement

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.