Public Works Maintenance Worker (Grounds)

Position Summary

Are you an energetic, proactive individual who enjoys working outdoors? Join our team in the Grounds Division! We're looking for a dedicated team player to maintain landscaping services at City parks, cemeteries, and other public spaces. As a Grounds Maintenance Worker, you will perform a variety of tasks including routine landscaping maintenance and upkeep of city properties, ensuring they remain clean, safe, and beautiful for the community.

Essential Job Functions

Operates commercial mowers, trimmers, edger, blowers, etc. Performs litter pick up and debris removal. Installs season decorations along roadways.

Performs general repair, maintenance, and preventive maintenance work on parks facilities, equipment, and related facilities: installs and maintains playground equipment, benches, fences, sporting equipment, and other equipment. Performs snow removal on City sidewalks, buildings, grounds, and medians with snow blowers and snow shovels; responds to emergency calls during inclement weather or other emergency situations.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Must possess a Valid VA Driver's License
Preference may be given to individuals with experience in landscaping.

Special Requirements

Must have or be able to obtain a Virginia Class B CDL (Commercial Driver's License) and a Virginia Pesticide Registered Technician License within five months of hire.

This position requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.

Any individual selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check, driving record check, education/employer verification, along with a physical and drug screen.

The City of Manassas offers a variety of comprehensive benefits packages, participation in the Virginia State Retirement program, generous annual and sick leave and 13 paid holidays for full-time employees! For a full review of the City's benefits plans, please visit our Human Resources website at: https://www.manassasva.gov/human_resources/benefits.php