Working Title of Vacant Position Groundskeeper- Athletic Maintenance- Full Time
Job Type Full Time
Posting Type Public
Number of Vacancies 1
Department PARKS, REC, & TOURISM
Division PR&T MAINT/ATHL
Requisition Number 2025301
Number of hours worked per week 40 +
Work Schedule
General schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement R - Routine
Pay Grade GE02
Pay Basis Weekly
Advertised Salary
$16.74/ hourly
Job Description
Chesapeake Parks, Recreation, and Tourism is seeking a full time groundskeeper who is customer service oriented and dependable to perform essential services for the citizens of Chesapeake.
Are you someone who loves working outdoors, staying active, and taking pride in making spaces shine? Join our team as a Groundskeeper and help maintain and improve the city’s athletic and recreational facilities.
What You’ll Be Doing:
As a Groundskeeper, your work keeps the city’s sports and recreation spaces safe, clean, and ready for action. This includes:
Additional Responsibilities:
You’ll need to be able to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stoop, climb, and move equipment. A positive
attitude and a strong team spirit are essential.
This is a hands-on, rewarding role where your work directly impacts the community. If you enjoy being outside, staying active, and making public spaces great for everyone – we want to hear from you!
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires high school diploma, GED, OR specialized vocational training.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
None.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous customer service experience.
Previous work experience in athletic fields, landscaping, and/or facility operations.
Knowledgeable of methods, tools and equipment used in the repair and general maintenance of grounds and facilities.
Ability to work MOST weekends and some holidays as needed.
Job Open Date 06/12/2025
Job Close Date 06/26/2025
Open Continuous
Special Instructions to Applicants
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
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. Generally, a positive test result for marijuana, alcohol, or other controlled substances will disqualify an applicant from employment. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse an applicant from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.
Overall Physical Strength Demands H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.
Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
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 50 - 100 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 Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Twisting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Climbing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
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 Occasionally- Up to 1/3 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.
Mechanical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week
Chemical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week
Electrical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month
Fire Hazards S = Seasonally
Explosives S = Seasonally
Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally
Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally
Other
If Other, Description
Dirt and Dust D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures N = Never
Noise and Vibration D = Daily
Fumes and Odors D = Daily
Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally
Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally
Primary Work Location Outdoors
Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 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 Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more 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
Minimum Requests 0
Maximum Requests 4
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