Groundskeeper I

City of Santa Clarita • Full-time • Santa Clarita, CA, US • $30 - $36 / hour • 2m ago

Description/Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of a Parks Supervisor, this position performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks related to the care and maintenance of park grounds, trails, and facilities. This position may be required to work a full weekend schedule (Saturday and Sunday).

Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs turf maintenance, including weeding, mowing, and trimming of shrubs and ground covering; plants shrubs and flowers; installs and rehabilitates landscape areas with sod and ground covering; applies fertilizers and sprays pesticides
Installs irrigation systems, including sprinklers, laterals, valves, pipes, and irrigation clocks; maintains and programs irrigation clocks; repairs main line and lateral breaks; troubleshoots and repairs minor irrigation electrical equipment
Maintains open space and trails; repairs trail fence lines
Maintains and prepares ball diamonds and sports fields and repairs playground areas
Operates and maintains landscape equipment, including tractors, mowers, blowers, edgers, chain saws, and hedge trimmers
May oversee and direct the work of part-time seasonal staff and community service workers
Cleans and restocks park restrooms
Prepares park facilities for special events and conducts trash and safety inspections
Establishes positive working relationships with City staff and the public
Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
One year of experience in parks, grounds maintenance, landscape installation, and/or tree maintenance
Experience operating landscape equipment is highly desirable
A valid Class C California driver license and a safe driving record

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of best practices for parks maintenance functions and the ability to perform functions, such as turf, shrub, and tree maintenance; playground area and irrigation repairs; and ball diamond and sports field preparation
Knowledge of safe practices in weed abatement and pesticide application
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize daily workload, coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, be flexible to changing priorities, and meet time-sensitive deadlines
Basic computer skills and the ability to enter service requests using a mobile device
Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate professionally and tactfully with City employees and the public
Strong customer service skills and the ability to work with upset customers and effectively resolve complaints
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City employees
Strong work ethic and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and make sound decisions
Ability to perform physical labor, including bending, squatting, and lifting up to 50 pounds

Additional Information

An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete, or with a reference to attachments may be rejected. The selection process will include one or more of the following: written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and/or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and/or via video conferencing. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance.

All offers of regular employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States, successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical, which may include a drug screen and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees. All new employees are required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment. Only degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation will be accepted.

As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.

This position is covered by an existing collective bargaining agreement between the City of Santa Clarita and Service Employees International Union, Local 721, AFL-CIO. If selected for this position, the employee will be bound by that agreement and may be responsible for paying applicable union dues. A copy of the Memorandum of Understanding will be provided upon hire.

Compensation includes enrollment in California Public Employees’ Retirement System as a replacement for Social Security plus a competitive benefits package. All appointments are made at step 1 of the salary range unless otherwise authorized by the City Manager.

The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer.