Groundskeeper - Chattanooga Zoo : Job Details

Chattanooga Zoo is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to assist in all landscaping efforts on Zoo grounds. This position will routinely work with master gardeners, individual volunteers, group volunteers & community service workers to ensure the safety of animals, staff, and the public. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Maintaining landscaping of zoo grounds to include: mowing, weed eating, edging and mulchingPlanting, weeding, watering landscape, trimming and plant maintenanceAssist with hardscapes installationGeneral cleanup of leaves an debrisMaintain all equipment usedAssist in preventative maintenance of zoo equipmentCollect trash from all areas of the zoo each dayAssist with morning chores including window washing, recycling collection, leaf blowing sidewalksKeep work and project areas safe, clean, and neatAssist in coordination of volunteers in the departmentFor a complete list of roles and responsibilities, please see Full Job Description below.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCEHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredTwo (2) years of experience in landscapingKnowledge of basic carpentryAbility to use hand tools and power toolsAny combination of equivalent education and experience to successfully perform the essentialfunctions of the position will be consideredLICENSING & CERTIFICATIONS:nonePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Heavy: Exerting over 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 30 pounds frequently. This position requires standing, walking, climbing bending, stooping and lifting/holding a majority of the time.Physical Environment:This staff member routinely works with construction or maintenance machines and equipment such ashand tools, saws, drills, chain saw, paint brushes, wheelbarrows, lawn mowers, weed eaters, leafblowers, golf carts / mules, pressure washers and other cleaning equipment;occasionally climbs ladders between 12 and 20 feet high;is routinely exposed to external elements which include heat/cold, wet/humid, dry/aridand extreme weather conditions. Personal protective equipment is frequently required.The Friends of the Zoo, Inc (Chattanooga Zoo) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Zoo will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.Chattanooga Zoo has adopted a smoke-free campus to serve as a leader in promoting a healthy workplace and environment. Chattanooga Zoo is a member of the Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace program. This position requires pre-employment screenings which will include: a background check, drug screen & tuberculin skin test.