Groundskeeper-Park & Municipal Grounds Maintenance

Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Groundskeeper-Park & Municipal Grounds Maintenance

Job Type

Full Time

Posting Type

Public

Number of Vacancies

4

Department

PARKS, REC, & TOURISM

Division

PR&T MAINT/PARKS

Requisition Number

2026114

Number of hours worked per week

40

Work Schedule

General work schedule: Monday – Friday

Shift: 7:30am – 3:30pm

* *Will include occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays*

Work Site Location

Chesapeake, VA - City wide recreational facilities

Position Driving Requirement

R - Routine

Pay Grade

GE02

Pay Basis

Weekly

Advertised Salary

$17.50/ per hour

*Starting pay based on qualifications and experience*

Job Description

Parks, Recreation and Tourism is seeking a motivated, outgoing individual that enjoys working outside and can provide exemplary customer service.

Grounds Maintenance team promotes and improves the appearance and safety of the City’s outdoor areas including parks, recreation and municipal facilities, athletic fields, open space, and various other outdoor sites within the City. This position will assist with repair and construction of facility grounds, in addition to supporting city-wide special event logistics .

Overall primary tasks include but are not limited to

* Provides exceptional internal and external customer service to a diverse population; responds to requests for services and inquires, as directed by supervisor that meets the expectations of the City’s Customer Service and CARES Initiative.

* Operates various lawn and garden equipment, tractor, City vehicles, common hand and power tools.

* Maintains landscaping, grounds, sidewalks, fixtures, fences, playgrounds, shorelines, ballfields and parking lots surrounding all City facilities.

* Performs responsible skilled and semi-skilled work in repair, maintenance and care of grounds, trails, trees, equipment, irrigation systems, recreation facilities and structures.

* Provides logistical support for City sponsored functions and special events; set-up and breakdown tents, fencing, barricades.

* Custodial duties to include cleaning bathrooms, floors, etc. as well as stocking with supplies.

* Monitors and inspects areas for safety hazards and repairs;

* Submits work order request, maintains related forms and records. Assists with completing and maintaining various routine forms and documents.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.

#Groundskeeper

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONALREQUIREMENT:

Requires high school diploma, GED, OR specialized vocational training.

EXPERIENCE

:

None Required

SPECIAL

CERTIFICATIONSANDLICENSES:

Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with theCity Driving Standards. Ability to obtain a pesticide certification within 6 months of employment.

SPECIAL

REQUIREMENT:

Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous customer service experience.

Previous work experience in landscaping, and/or facility operations and equipment. Knowledgeable of methods, tools and equipment used in the repair and general maintenance of grounds and facilities.

Understands and follows written and oral instructions, document necessary information for completion of work orders, event schedules, material expenditures and other related documentation.

Possession of, or ability to obtain Pesticide Applicators Certification within the probation period.

Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 07/06/2026

Job Close Date

07/21/2026

Open Continuous

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Drug Screening: MARIJUANA In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

ADA Checklist

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Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.

Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Sitting

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Walking

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Lifting

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Lifting Amount

Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Carrying

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Carrying Weight

Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Reaching

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Handling

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Kneeling

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Crouching

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Crawling

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Bending

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Twisting

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Climbing

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Vision

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Foot Controls

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Various types of lawn maintenance equipment and tools including lawn mowers (riding and push), weed eaters, spray tanks, hand and power tools, chain and hand saws, tractors, front end loaders, grading equipment, large and small vehicles, phone, voice radio, measuring devices, fencing, barricades, tents, and various types of recreational equipment.

Protective Equipment Required

All PPE Required for equipment in use, hearing and eye protection, steal toe work boots.

Health and Safety D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards

D = Daily

Chemical Hazards

W = Several Times Per Week

Electrical Hazards

W = Several Times Per Week

Fire Hazards

S = Seasonally

Explosives

S = Seasonally

Communicable Diseases

S = Seasonally

Physical Danger or Abuse

S = Seasonally

Other

If Other, Description

Environmental Factors D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust

D = Daily

Extreme Temperatures

S = Seasonally

Noise and Vibration

D = Daily

Fumes and Odors

W = Several Times Per Week

Wetness/Humidity

S = Seasonally

Darkness or Poor Lighting

S = Seasonally

Primary Work Location

Outdoors

Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Emergency Situations

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Other

If Other, Description

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) Incumbent must be able to work independently

Professional References

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Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests

0

Maximum Requests

4