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Groundskeeper FT - Athletic Field/Golf Exp Preferred

Salary

$17.99 Hourly

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

04288-03

Department

Recreation Services - Parks Operations

Division

Parks 62/25031

Opening Date

06/03/2025

Closing Date

6/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

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General Statement of Job

The Groundskeeper plays a vital role in the Recreation Services Department by maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and beauty of parks, golf courses, buildings, racquet courts, and medians. This position involves performing intermediate semi-skilled work in the upkeep of municipal parks and grounds, including general park areas, roadway medians, swales, golf greens, fairways, tees, bunkers, roughs, and clay or turf athletic fields and tennis courts. Responsibilities include installing, repairing, maintaining, and caring for parks, grounds, and related structures and equipment. Work is performed under regular supervision and includes other related tasks as needed.

Essential Functions

+ Maintain parks and grounds by mowing, edging, watering, and fertilizing parks, fields, golf courses, tennis courts, and green spaces.

+ Perform repairs and upkeep by fixing minor issues with park buildings, equipment, and facilities, including grills, tables, benches, and light fixtures.

+ Manage waste by collecting trash and litter while ensuring waste bins are clean and emptied.

+ Care for landscaping by planting, mulching, trimming, and maintaining trees, shrubs, and flowers.

+ Operate and maintain equipment by safely using and servicing groundskeeping tools such as mowers, tractors, and chainsaws.

+ Collaborate with the team by assisting with tasks, projects, and special events to enhance park aesthetics, functionality, and safety.

+ Conduct safety inspections by regularly assessing playgrounds, boardwalks, docks, and other park areas for potential hazards.

+ Control weeds and turf by removing weeds and applying fertilizers and pesticides to maintain healthy turf.

+ Install and treat grass by laying sod, applying grass seed, and using fertilizers, insecticides, pesticides, and herbicides in compliance with state, county, and city regulations.

Depending on area of assignment, additional duties may include:

Golf Course:

+ Maintains greens, tees and bunkers

Athletic Fields:

+ Maintains, levels and repairs the clay portions of athletic fields; installs bases, pitching rubbers and home plates; moves portable pitching mounds.

+ Maintains athletic turf, paints field lines

Parks:

+ Repairs grills, tables, trash receptacles, benches, gates and fences; replaces light bulbs.

+ Assists with carpentry repair work on boardwalks, docks and playgrounds.

+ Cleans and sanitizes public restrooms

Beautification:

+ Observes safety protocols while performing duties in active roadways throughout the city roadway medians and swales

Racquet Sports:

+ Maintains, levels and repairs the clay portions of tennis courts; sets lines, installs posts, net supports and nets.

+ Prepare courts for scheduled events, tournaments, or general use by ensuring they are in optimal condition for players.

+ Manage drainage, prevent erosion, and ensure the proper handling of chemicals and equipment to support environmental sustainability.

Related tasks:

+ Cleans and sanitizes public restrooms

+ Apply herbicides and pesticides as needed to control weeds and pests.

+ Help install and remove windscreens, ensuring they are securely placed.

+ Inspects for safety and maintenance needs, completes the appropriate inspections sheets and paperwork.

+ Assists with some irrigation repairs; washes and cleans tools and equipment.

+ Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

+ Methods, materials, and practices used in parks and grounds, golf course, clay/turf athletic field and courts, and general park area maintenance.

+ General knowledge of the equipment used to maintain parks and grounds, golf course, clay/turf athletic fields or general park area and its safe operation including but not limited to mowers, tractors, aerators, chain saws, and small power tools.

+ Knowledge of Landscaping and Horticulture to include understanding of plant care, including pruning, mowing, weeding, and fertilization.

+ Understanding of safe and effective methods pest and weed control which may include applying herbicides, insecticides, and pesticides, including relevant laws and safety protocols.

+ General knowledge of the tools, materials, and equipment used in general maintenance work including those needed for maintenance of benches, fences, gates, and other park amenities.

+ General knowledge of the materials, equipment, tools, and techniques of the standard building trades.

+ Awareness of environmental best practices and local, state, and federal regulations governing park and grounds maintenance.

+ Safety guidelines for public park areas, playgrounds, and recreational facilities.

+ Custodial cleaning methods, materials, and equipment

+ Safety precautions applicable to the duties of the class.

Skilled in:

+ Operation of parks and grounds, golf course, clay/turf athletic fields and courts and general park area maintenance equipment.

+ Performing preventive maintenance and basic repairs on groundskeeping equipment.

Ability to:

+ Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides while following regulatory guidelines and safety protocols to ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards.

+ Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, patrons, and the general public.

+ Understand and follow oral and written directions.

+ Use common hand tools.

+ Operate simple machinery; and

+ Perform strenuous task and manual labor for extended periods of time outdoors in all seasons.

+ Acquire new knowledge and skills, such as advanced landscaping techniques, equipment operation, or supervisory responsibilities.

+ Clearly communicate with team members, supervisors, and the public regarding work schedules, safety concerns, and park updates.

+ Prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

+ Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.

+ Six (6) months of general maintenance experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Best Management Practices Certification, and/or Fertilizers Applicators License

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

+ Possession of a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.

+ Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.

POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:

+ Criminal Background Check

+ Employment Verification

+ Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check

+ Certification/License Verification

+ Physical

+ Drug and Alcohol Screen

+ Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)

POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS AND SCHEDULES:

Ballfields & Athletic Field Maintenance

Monday - Friday

7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Holidays as needed

Beautification & Row Maintenance

Monday - Friday

7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Holidays as needed

Parks & Common Grounds

Monday - Friday

6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Holidays as needed

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity (https://www.myboca.us/1226/Equal-Employment-Opportunity) , Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARY

SEIU Employees

ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.

0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month

5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month

10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month

15 years and over 14 hours per month

CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year., each fiscal year.

SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:

Continuous years of service Percentage

Less than 2 full years 0%

2 to 5 full years 10%

5 to 10 full years 20%

10 full years or more 30%

Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%

HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.

CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year. Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows:

5 to 10 full years $600 annually

10 to 15 full years $800 annually

15 full years and over $1,000 annually

RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:

+ The option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Plan will not require a mandatorycontribution on your part. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of your annual base wages to this plan. The vesting period forthis plan shall be one (1) year from your date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.

+ An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Plan option available to you that will have a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent contribution.

+ The two (2) options will be fully explained to you prior to your selection.

Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.

HOLIDAYS: 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating holidays which are allocated for the fiscal year starting October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.

FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 work days - In State Up to 5 workdays - Out of State

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: A performance review(s) is given to new hires during the first year of employment and an annual review on their anniversary date. Every employee is evaluated on their anniversary date. The current ratings are: Requires Improvement, Meets Expectations, Exceeds Expectations, and Significantly Exceeds Expectations.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City’s Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.

MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.

EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.