Grounds Maintenance Worker I

Job Details: Job Location: City Hall

• Madeira Beach, FL, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $17.88Hourly, Job Shift: Any, ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES This position is responsible for maintaining and improving athletic fields, city grounds, and parks. Under the direction of the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, the key duties include: Field and Grounds Maintenance: Perform regular maintenance tasks such as mowing, edging, blowing, watering, weeding, aerating, and fertilizing athletic fields, parks, and city grounds. Field Preparation: Measure, layout, and line athletic fields and courts according to prescribed standards. Prepare fields for play, including inspecting for safety and maintenance needs. Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment, including mowers, chain saws, tractors, and small power tools. Conduct preventive maintenance and perform general repairs. Irrigation Maintenance: Assist in repairing pipes, sprinkler heads, and other irrigation system components. Custodial and General Repairs: Perform minor building repairs, custodial duties, and maintenance tasks as needed within park areas and buildings. Trash and Debris Collection: Regularly collect trash, debris, and garbage from designated areas. Safety and Inspections: Complete safety inspections, maintain appropriate paperwork, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively as part of a team, maintaining positive relationships with colleagues, patrons, and the general public. Recreation Services: Assist with Events, Rentals and Recreation Programs as needed. Emergency Response: Available to work during City declared emergencies. Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Field Maintenance Knowledge: Understanding of methods, materials, and practices used in the maintenance of parks, grounds, and athletic fields. Equipment Proficiency: Skilled in operating and maintaining various maintenance tools and equipment, including power tools and machinery. Safety Awareness: Knowledge of safety precautions and the ability to implement safety protocols during work activities.

Communication Skills: Ability to follow oral and written instructions, compose and send emails, and use basic computer skills for task documentation. Physical Capability: Ability to perform manual labor, work in adverse weather conditions, and handle physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy objects. Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including late nights, weekends, and occasional overtime.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED. Experience: Demonstrated ability to perform job duties through related experience or specialized coursework. Licenses: Valid Florida Driver’s License. Technical Skills: Proficient in using small hand and power tools, and basic computer operations. Work Conditions: Ability to work under varied weather conditions and respond to civil defense recall if required.