Groundskeeper I or II

Central Park Conservancy•Mineral Springs, AR

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Central Park Conservancy, a private, not-for-profit organization, was founded in 1980 to rescue the Park, which had fallen into serious disrepair. Since then, the Conservancy has overseen the investment of over $1.6 billion in the restoration of the Park, which now hosts over 40 million visitors a year. The Conservancy is one of the largest and most successful public private partnerships in New York City and is considered a major civic institution given its impact on the health and vibrancy of both the Park and the City. The Conservancy’s mission is to preserve and celebrate Central Park as a sanctuary from urban life. The City of New York has formally entrusted the care of the Park to the Conservancy which is responsible for every aspect of its care, including landscape maintenance, capital improvements, and the visitor experience. The Conservancy employs roughly 400 people and has an annual operating budget of $120 million. The Groundskeeper in the Landscape Management Department provides all manners of care and maintenance of all landscape areas including all hardscapes, perimeter, playgrounds and architectural features within an assigned section. Working under the general supervision of the Foreperson, the Groundskeeper is responsible for all aspects of landscape care within an assigned section. It is expected that the Groundskeeper will work within and across their section and with other staff in Landscape Management to perform their primary tasks.

Requirements

A four-year high school diploma or equivalent
Professional work experience in landscaping, park maintenance, turf maintenance or horticulture
Valid Drivers’ License that must be maintained for duration of employment

Nice To Haves

A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience in landscaping, park maintenance, turf maintenance or horticulture that is equivalent to 3 years of continued increase in responsibility in landscape maintenance
Proficient understanding and working knowledge of landscape maintenance; mowing, string trimming, irrigation, weeding, snow and ice mitigation.
Ability to maintain landscape zone with significant independence through all seasons with limited degree of supervision
Ability to identify ornamental and native plant material specific to the northeast US
CPC Internal Candidates a. Demonstrated full proficiency of essential job duties b. Satisfactory performance evaluation

Responsibilities

Provide general landscape care and maintenance within an assigned section
Care for and maintain all plant beds and their surrounding landscapes, hardscapes, playgrounds and perimeter in assigned section according to an established schedule to organizational standards
Mowing, string trimming, irrigation, basic irrigation system maintenance, weeding, mulching, raking, sweeping, pruning, planting and other related duties
Open and clean playgrounds and ensure all water features are turned on
Installs and repairs fence as needed and as directed
Support waste management operation by picking up and performing proper disposal of trash in landscapes, paths, perimeter and gardens; empties trash cans as necessary; sweeps around benches, stairs and entryways
Maintain athletic fields using appropriate lawn care procedures, groom infields, mounds and other applicable areas
Perform snow removal and ice mitigation on paths, entrances, playgrounds, perimeter and other hard surfaces with machines and physical labor to provide appropriate levels of access as per established organizational standards
Maintain surface drainage by keeping catch basins free of debris during heavy rainstorms and remaining snow and ice in the winter months
Assist in the preparation of special events as needed
Work with volunteers and seasonal interns
Cooperate with other staff within the department and other department personnel in completing assigned tasks
Display the necessary initiative and dependability to work alone or in groups
Interact with Park patrons and colleagues in a courteous and professional manner
Operate various types of equipment including utility vehicles, light or medium weight trucks and tractors
Maintain tools and equipment in good working order and report items that require repair
Participate in all training sessions and seminars.
Daily reports of malfunctioning infrastructure, furnishings, safety hazards, quality of life issues
Perform related work as assigned