Job Posting
Grounds Maintenance Worker - (Wildlife, Parks, and Recreation - WPR)
Position: Grounds Maintenance Worker
Reports To: WPR Operations Supervisor
Department: Wildlife, Parks, and Recreation
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
 *THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION – AVAILABLE UNTIL 9/30/25 ONLY************
Job Purpose:
This position is responsible for maintenance of grounds in a safe, neat, and aesthetic condition while working independently and cooperating as a team with the WPR department.
Job Duties:
• Repairs fences, trims trees, brushes and shrubbery.
• Removes leaves and litter from the Mekusukey Mission property.
• Pick up sticks and rocks and prepare the area for mowing accordingly.
• Cuts lawn, trims around walks, and maintains clean flower beds.
• Cleans drainage ditches and culverts to ensure proper water flow.
• Removes snow and ice from sidewalks and parking lots of the Mission facilities.
• Operates and maintains tractors, lawn mowers, end loaders, power tools, etc. as needed and requested.
• Help conduct routine facility maintenance/safety per inspection and ensure all grounds, equipment, and buildings are maintained in a safe and operational manner.
• Inspects equipment and tools for defects; performs cleaning, minor repairs, and maintenance on the equipment.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of safe operation of tools, power tools and grounds keeping equipment.
• Knowledge of appropriate safety procedures required when operating equipment and performing groundskeeper duties.
• Knowledge of lawn care is required.
• Knowledge of operation of riding lawnmower, snow blower, small tractor and small bobcat is required.
• Knowledge of grounds maintenance, landscaping, general maintenance, and repairs.
• Skill in the safe operation of power tools, heavy equipment, and shop equipment.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction.
• Ability to prepare and maintain work orders.
• Ability to use hand tools, electrical tools, and lawn maintenance equipment.
• Ability to prioritize and accomplish tasks within strict deadlines.
• Ability to respond to and remain calm in emergencies or crisis situations.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is often exposed to outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
• High school diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of using similar equipment to maintain outdoor facilities, etc.
• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license with ability to meet Seminole Nation liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance.
• Must be able to pass background check, with no prior convictions and/or felonies.
• Must be able to comply with the Seminole Nation Drug Free Workplace policies.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.
Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Shift : Day
Closing Date: 06/26/2025 |
