Groundskeeper Island Grove Mower

Salary Range

Level I $13.65 - $14.25 hourly

Level II $15.00 - $17.28 hourly

Job Summary

The Seasonal Groundskeeper - Parks Mower ensures the physical aspects of the community are maintained and standards are met regarding the grounds and overall curb appeal of the City of Greeley Parks system. Applicants will work with a diverse team, while serving locations across the Parks Division. Exposure to high traffic areas in medians and right-or-ways, parks, athletic facilities and Public grounds may exist. Possible exposure to homeless/transient individuals and camps which may pose biohazard risks in rare instances.

The Groundskeeper - Parks Mower role is a hands-on, hardworking individual who must be willing to drop anything and everything for an emergency; big or small. This role includes the dedicated assignment of mowing equipment operator. The City relies on the Groundskeeper to follow safety protocols, while being responsive, thorough, and a resourceful self-starter with a customer focused mindset.

Scheduling for this position varies and will include working evenings, weekends, and holidays, as followed by State and Federal law.

Experience, Knowledge, And Skills

Level I

• A motor vehicle on public roadways if age requirements are met, including trucks;
• 3’ – 6’ wide riding rotary mowing units, used for mowing small park areas, and small parkway.
• Power equipment, such as high pressure washers and hand blowers;
• Ability to safety operate:
• Possess good manual dexterity to perform equipment maintenance functions;
• Ability to operate hand held tools and pressure washing equipment;
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to take both written and verbal instructions;
• Must be 18 years of age or older;
• Minimal to no previous experience required;
• Ability and willingness to assist others with questions about facilities operations, hours, and general regulations;

Level II

• 2+ years of experience in mowing park grounds, cemetery, golf course or similar fields required;
• Must be 18 years of age or older and possess a valid driver’s license;
• Ability to walk throughout facility grounds of various topographical conditions to visually identify needed work and inspect work results;
• Handle difficult situations using tact, patience, and good judgment.
• Ability to safely operate:
• Commercial truck and pull a trailer with loaded equipment;
• 10’-16’ wide riding mowers used in Parks;

Essential Functions

Level I

• Ability to see and maneuver around obstacles in the path of travel during mowing operations;
• Ability to clean and maintain mowing equipment;
• Assist in proper loading and securement of equipment in the field;
• Perform other mowing duties as assigned.
• Ability and license to drive full size city vehicles on public roadways;
• Ability to safely operate riding mower equipment up to 6’ wide;

Level II

• Operate large area turf mowers from 72” wide to 16’ wide, including preventative daily maintenance and upkeep of equipment;
• Ability and license to drive full size city vehicles on public roadways;
• Perform other mowing duties as assigned.
• Assist in proper loading and securement of equipment in the field;
• Maintain all of the responsibilities for Levels I;

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity enough to operate hand and power tools.
• Mix and use chemicals for weed and grass control following label and local regulations.
• Exposure to vegetation that can cause punctures, biting insects, wildlife, off-leash dogs.
• Vision enough to perform above functions and to read printed instructions.
• Extended hours operating grounds equipment - i.e. poly cord trimmers, mowers, & a multitude of other equipment.
• Long periods of time involved in planting, hand weeding and maintaining grounds using a shovel, rake and other tools.
• Ability to lift arm above shoulder level and to move objects.
• Hours may be flexible depending on assigned area, 20-40 hours per week, with weekends and holidays as assigned.
• Follow workplace safety rules at all times.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Handle difficult situations using tact, patience and good judgment.
• Manual labor, prolonged standing, kneeling, bending and walking, climbing ladders and stairs.
• Incumbent may be exposed to loud amplified sound equipment while working grounds.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and general public.
• Work outside with exposure to all weather elements

Conditions of Employment: Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification. Pre-employment screenings include a drug test, a background and national sex offender search, a motor vehicle record search, and for some positions, a physical demands evaluation. For more information about City policies and practices during the recruitment process, including but not limited to EOE, Reasonable Accommodation, and pre-employment screenings, please visit our career page HERE.