City of Murfreesboro, TN

Groundskeeper-Seasonal Cannonsburgh

City of Murfreesboro, TN  •  $28k/yr  •  Murfreesboro, TN (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 1104299

Department: Recreation - Part-Time

Job classification: Groundskeeper

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Recreation

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 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.

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.

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City of Murfreesboro, TN

About City of Murfreesboro, TN

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Murfreesboro is a vibrant and fast-growing city located in the heart of Middle Tennessee. Just 35 miles southeast of Nashville, our 160,000 residents experience a high quality of life, a thriving local economy and an abundance of recreational activities.

With almost 2000 acres in our 13 parks, 17 miles of greenway, along with hiking and mountain bike trails, our Parks and Recreation Department offers almost every activity for the great outdoors.

Murfreesboro combines the charm of a historic community with the energy of a dynamic, modern city. As the home of Middle Tennessee State University, the second largest undergraduate university in the state, we’re proud of our strong educational roots, diverse population and innovative spirit.

Whether you’re exploring our historic downtown, enjoying one of our many community events, or discovering new businesses, you’ll find that Murfreesboro is a place where people and businesses can grow together.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Year Founded
1811
Website
murfreesborotn.gov
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