Groundskeeper - Cemeteries Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/norfolk/jobs/newprint/4797979) Apply  Groundskeeper - Cemeteries Salary $40,688.00 - $66,321.00 Annually Location Norfolk, VA Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 12794 Department Parks & Recreation Division Cemeteries Opening Date 01/21/2025 Closing Date 2/2/2025 11:59 PM Eastern + Description + Benefits + Questions Description The City of Norfolk's Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a Groundskeeper to join our cemeteries landscaping crews. This position will work with our Parks and Forestry Operations to maintain 2700 acres of turf and landscape beds on a regular basis. Norfolk's Department of Parks & Recreation is proud to announce it has been awarded national accreditation by the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies. This ensures we will continue to provide quality recreational services that enrich the lives of Norfolk's residents. Departmental Starting Salary: $40,688 Essential Functions Essential functions include but are not limited to: + Cuts grass, trims grave markers, assists in burials, helps keep grounds in good condition. Sows grass seed, hauls trash and erects tents. + Responsible for cutting grass, trimming grave markers, assisting in burials, and helping keep grounds in good condition. + Participate in the grounds maintenance and landscape projects to include, but not limited to, mowing, trimming, foundation installations, tree trimming and supporting other cemetery locations. + Maintains the grounds, cleans area and assists with landscaping by cleaning sidewalks, mowing lawns, trimming trees and shrubs, sweeping, loading wood debris, feeding a chipper and using a blower to remove sawdust, chips and shavings, removing trees and stumps, operating chippers and stump grinders, raking leaves, sweeping and edging, removing insects and picking up litter. + Secures areas for public safety in emergencies by clearing streets, walkways, moving trash cans and loose pots, removing branches, bushes and refuse from grounds, assisting emergency personnel and being on call to respond to emergencies. + Operates and maintains vehicles and equipment by checking fluid levels, refueling, checking tire pressure, fuses and light bulbs, cleaning, adjusting and sharpening chain saws, changing and sharpening chipper blades and stump grinder teeth and greasing. + Performs other duties as assigned. Education/Experience Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. One (1) month of experience in greenhouse or landscaping or in a related field. The preferred candidate: + Must also be able to work in all kinds of weather. + Must have a valid Virginia driver’s license. + Must have skill in the safe operation of vehicles, power tools and pneumatic tools. + Must be able to effectively supervise a crew of 2-4 employees. + Must possess ability to communicate verbally and in writing. + Must understand and issue verbal instructions and directions. + Must be able to obtain Pesticide Technician Certification within 12 months. Additional Information & Requirements Work Location: Various Norfolk City Cemeteries Work Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. May work some weekends. Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus for applications received on or after February 22, 2022. The signing bonus will be paid in two (2) increments: $2,500 upon completion of 60 days of employment, and $2,500 upon completion of your probationary period. To receive the signing bonus, you must be an active employee in good standing. + Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking. + Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization. + Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union. + Retirement If you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction. If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction. + The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education. Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply. The applicant’s school of enrollment must be an accredited institution. NOTE: The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type. Non-City Positions listed with a job type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions. 01 The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. + I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly. 02 Please select the highest level of education you have completed. + Less than High School Diploma/Equivalency + High School Diploma/GED + Some College (6 months or more) + Vocational/Technical Degree + Associate's Degree + Bachelor's Degree + Master's Degree or higher 03 Do you have a valid driver's license? (Please note: A current copy of your Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving record, obtained within last 30 days, is required at the time of interview.) + Yes + No 04 Do you possess a current certification as a Pesticide Registered Technician issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia? + Yes + No 05 Do you possess a current certification as a Commerical Pesticide Applicator issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia? + Yes + No 06 Please select the type of equipment you have experience operating. Select all that apply. + Standing mower + Zero-turn mower + String trimmer + Leaf blower + Tamper/aerator + Hand tools + Other 07 Please describe your experience working with horticultural chemicals. 08 Do you have experience supervising subordinates and working in a team environment? + Yes + No 09 If yes, briefly describe your experience supervising a group of subordinates in a team environment. Include in your response the number of team members under your supervision. 10 This position is designated as an Alpha position. This means this position is required to assist in maintaining City services during severe inclement weather or emergency conditions. Are you able to meet this requirement? + Yes + No 11 Please indicate your veteran status. (A copy of your long form DD-214 may be required) + I am not a Veteran + I am a Veteran + I am a Disabled Veteran 12 Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee? + Yes - I am a current City of Norfolk Employee + Yes - I am a previous City of Norfolk Employee + No - I am not a previous or current City of Norfolk employee 13 If you were referred for this position by a current City of Norfolk employee, please provide the employee's full name, department, and job title. If not, please indicate by typing "N/A." Required Question Employer City of Norfolk Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email