Groundskeeper II

Full Job Description

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens and swimming pools.

Our mission is to equip employees and the public for well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment and vibrant community.

We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults and seniors.

Delivering excellent customer service to all is a core value.

Equity & Inclusion Seattle Parks and Recreation commits to advancing equity and social justice in our department and in every neighborhood by growing a dynamic and diverse workforce, developing strong investments, growth opportunities and beneficial partner strategies as we acknowledge and pledge to close disparities created by historical practices which often hindered workforce development, environmental justice, access to quality open spaces, programs and facilities.

#OneSeattle

About The Division:

The Golf division Maintains the 4 Golf complexes in the city of Seattle, Bill Wright, Interbay, Jackson, and West Seattle.

About The Position:

This position works under the general supervision of the Golf Course Supervisor and is led by a Golf Course Technician or Senior Golf Course Technician. Personal contacts are with golf course patrons, and vendors when picking up supplies or performing maintenance.

This class is the second level of a two-level class series in the service and maintenance occupation group.

This class is distinguished from the Golf Course Groundskeeper I by the emphasis on the specialized techniques and standards required for maintenance and repair of golf course and related facilities.

Employees must have knowledge and ability to operate various hand and power tools and will operate a variety of motorized equipment and vehicles utilized in golf course maintenance.

This is a 8-month reoccurring position.

Requirements

· Mows greens and fairways; roughs bunkers and tee areas; cleans and rakes sand bunkers; maintains ball washers and related facilities; changes cup and tee placements.

· Operates mowers, tractor and gang mowers, aerifiers, trailered equipment and small power equipment such as drills, chain saws, grinders and buffers, solder guns, air hammers, compressors, and other tools, equipment and trucks used in golf course maintenance, construction, and repair work.

· Aerifies, seeds, top dresses turf and lays sod; plants and maintains bushes and flowers.

· Constructs, installs, and repairs golf course sod according to design plans and diagrams.

· Digs holes and trenches in order to maintain or construct irrigation and drainage lines; shores excavation; installs pipe and backfills excavation; repairs and maintains irrigation systems.

· Performs various landscape work including installing railroad ties for the development of flower beds, raking, digging, tree planting, pruning bushes, cutting brush and applying non-license chemicals.

· Assist with adjustments to electronic irrigation system.

· Reads work orders and obtains needed supplies; completes forms and writes simple reports on work; maintains accurate records of time and materials used.

· This description was prepared to indicate the kinds of activities and levels of work difficulty required of positions in this class. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Six months experience in golf course grounds maintenance or general landscaping.

Desired Qualifications:

Golf Course Maintenance experience. Ability to work in all types of weather. Operate Golf Maintenance Equipment in an efficient manner.

A current Washington State driver's license is required.

Additional Information

Special Working Conditions and Work Schedule: Shifts start as early as 4:00 AM and includes weekends.

Requires the ability to work outside 95% of the time, in all types of weather conditions. Required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. May need to utilize some personal protective equipment such as respirator, gloves, ear protection, boots, and hats.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The full salary range for this position is $35.48 to $35.48 per hour.

Application Process

Please submit the following with your online application:

· A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement.

· A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle Parks and Recreation values diverse perspectives and life experiences.

Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Seattle Parks and Recreation encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check.

The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3.

A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation time, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans

Want to know more about Parks and Recreation? Check out our web page: Seattle Parks and Recreation - Parks | seattle.gov

SPR’s Core Competencies are:

Accountability & Action: Holding yourself accountable for achieving goals, completing tasks, and delivering quality work. Demonstrating thoughtful initiative in actions and decision-making and promoting high quality standards.

Equity and Inclusion: Supporting the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the City's commitment to workforce equity.

Communication: Sharing and exchanging information and ideas with people in a variety of ways to help them understand and remember the information.

Service: An ongoing commitment to base decisions and actions on the needs and priorities of the City.

Teamwork: Participating as an engaged member of a team to achieve group goals. Effectively working with internal and external people to complete tasks and achieve work group goals.