Cemeteries Groundskeeper (Weekend Crew) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/norfolk/jobs/newprint/4577965) Apply  Cemeteries Groundskeeper (Weekend Crew) Salary $40,688.00 - $66,321.00 Annually Location Norfolk, VA Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 12281 Department Parks & Recreation Division Cemeteries Opening Date 09/17/2024 Closing Date 9/29/2024 11:59 PM Eastern + Description + Benefits + Questions Description The City of Norfolk's Department of Parks and Recreation is currently seeking a Groundskeeper for the Cemeteries' weekend crew. The Groundskeeper will be responsible for cutting grass, trimming grave markers, assisting in burials, and helping keep grounds in good condition. They also 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. Norfolk's d epartment of Parks and 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. The City of Norfolk Cemetery Fund produces annual revenues in excess of $2.5 million. Department Hiring Starting Salary: $40,688 - $46,791 Essential Functions Essential functions include but are not limited to: + 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, preparing and planting flower beds, seeding the lawns, caring for plants, 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. + Assists with funeral services by erecting tents, assisting with grave digging, filling in graves, disposing of funeral flowers, keeping records and preparing reports + Provides foundation service by digging holes, mixing and pouring concrete and moving and installing markers. + 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. 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. Additional Information & Requirements + Valid Driver's License. + Class A or B Commercial Driver's License may be required depending upon area of assignment. + Registered Pesticide Technician (Category 60) required within twelve months of employment. + CPR/First Aid Certification may be required depending upon area of assignment within six months of employment. Work Location: Various cemeteries throughout City of Norfolk Work Hours: Saturday - Wednesday, 7 :30 am - 4:00 pm. May work additional weekdays 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 Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent? + yes + no 03 Please select your level of experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance. + Less than six months + Six months to one year + One to two years + Three or more years 04 If yes, briefly describe your landscaping and/or grounds maintenance experience. 05 Please select the equipment that you have experience using. + Backhoe + Stand up mower + Zero turn mower + String Trimmers + Pruning shears + Trowel/rakes + Other not listed 06 Do you possess a current certification as a Pesticide Registered Technician issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia? + Yes + No 07 Do you possess a current certification as a Commerical Pesticide Applicator issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia? + Yes + No 08 Do you have experience working with horticultural chemicals? + Yes + No 09 Please describe your experience working with horticultural chemicals. 10 Do you have experience supervising subordinates and working in a team environment? + Yes + No 11 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 12 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 13 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 14 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 15 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 Agency City of Norfolk Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email