The purpose of this position is to ensure the maintenance of public Parks and Grounds of City properties. The position is responsible for overseeing and conducting generic lawn maintenance such as mowing, trimming, planting, inspecting playground equipment & City grounds for hazards and making minor repairs to equipment and buildings.

Inspects City grass/lawn for problems and applies fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides and other chemicals to stimulate growth and prevent or control weed, disease, or insect infestation, as well as practicing integrated pest management techniques. Plants, fertilizes, trims, prunes, irrigates flower beds, shrubs and bushes as needed. Performs all tasks associated with greenhouse operations. Operates and maintains an assortment of power tools as well as hand tools including a lawnmower, chainsaw, hedge trimmer, shovel etc., in the performance of daily routine activities.

Repairs, paints and/or installs benches, playground equipment, picnic tables and guard rails; provides preventative maintenance to park equipment as needed. Inspects city owned grounds; initiates corrective action as needed. Assists Sanitation Department, ensuring parks are clean for the public. Assist with all City Events to include moving tables, supplies, etc... Performs light preventative maintenance on vehicles such as checking and adding fuel, oil, and air, checks brakes, greases fittings, fluid levels, and tire pressure; ensures trucks and equipment are kept washed and clean.