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Essential General Functions
* Complete a full range of grounds maintenance activities for the City grounds and cemeteries, including but not limited to: mowing, trimming and pruning, weed control application, fertilizing, seeding and watering, and leveling and seeding cemetery plots.
* Inspection of City grounds, facilities, and cemeteries to make recommendations to the Public Works Director regarding maintenance needs
* Operation of a range of vehicles and tools used for City grounds and cemetery maintenance.
* Prepare work records including time spent and materials used.
* Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance duties.
* Perform snow and ice removal operations.
* Setup the Edwardsville Community Center when needed
Cemetery Operations
* Trim, prune and remove trees and bushes as directed.
* Plant, water, mow, weed and trim lawns as directed.
* Empty trash cans weekly.
* Apply weed control and fertilize as needed.
* Remove trash and debris from the Cemetery
* Weed, prune and maintain established landscaped areas.
* Install/repair fences, signs, fixtures and structures in the Cemetery, including benches and pergola.
* Over seeding grass, barren areas, and spot repairs.
* Plant flowers, bushes and trees as needed to enhance the aesthetics of the cemetery.
Public Works Operations
* Maintain and operate Public Works equipment, such as vehicles, mowers, skidsteers, chain saws, and other misc. equipment.
* Mow and maintain public right-of-way.
* Maintain and repair storm and sanitary sewers.
* Patch potholes.
* Facility maintenance which includes cleaning, painting, etc.
* Shovel snow and treat ice on City facility sidewalks.
Parks and Public Facilities Operations
* Trim, prune, and remove trees as directed; chip brush.
* Plant, water, mow, weed, and trim lawns.
* Prepare fields (baseball, soccer, softball) for use by teams.
* Install and/or maintain sprinkler systems.
* Apply chemicals and fertilizers to trees, turf, and public grounds as needed.
* De-litters parks, rights-of-way, City facilities and cemeteries.
* Installation of and repairs of fences, signs, tables, and other fixtures and structures within public facilities.
* General maintenance duties within City facilities, including light bulb changes, moving large items, painting, etc.
* Set up and logistical support of City special events, including evenings and weekends.
Category Public Works Status Open Salary Grade A (non-exempt) ranging from $16.87 to $24.06 per hour. Posted September 16, 2025 Closing Open Until Filled
Attached Files Groundskeeper-Maintenance Position 111319
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