Groundskeeper

GROUNDSKEEPER

This is routine manual work in maintaining grounds and equipment found in a recreation program or at an institution or facility. Work is performed under general supervision with assignments being outlined in detail and spot-checked by inspections. Although it is not a normal function of this position, supervision may be exercised over part time and/or temporary employees.

Typical Work Activities :

Mows, rakes and cuts grass;

Cleans grounds of trash, debris, and similar material;

Maintains lawns, grounds, playing fields, and playground equipment;

Levels, grades and removes stones;

Removes snow from walkways and other areas;

Spreads sand and salt;

Assists in miscellaneous activities such as moving heavy objects;

Assists in other groundskeeping activities, such as seeding, fertilization, and watering lawns;

Transplants seedlings and plants and cares for trees and shrubs, including clipping and pruning;

Performs general maintenance tasks in the preparation and care of baseball, football and soccer fields as well as fences, goals, stands and other related equipment;

Operates incinerator, removes garbage and delivers garbage to landfill;

Maintains equipment used in grounds maintenance;

Assists in maintenance of roads and driveways;

Performs maintenance tasks on golf courses;

May make minor repairs to buildings;

Drives motor equipment as required for maintenance tasks;

May perform minor tasks of a semiskilled nature such as carpentry, welding, painting, plumbing, and minor electrical maintenance;

Does related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications : No minimum qualifications.

Special Requirement : May require possession of a valid Driver License to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at time of application and to maintain the position. A department head may require the possession of the appropriate level Commercial Driver's License.

Civil Service Eligibility Required

Application Deadline: 06/03/2026

Civil Service Title: Groundskeeper

Job Number: 208