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The City of Peoria strives to be an employer of choice and most of our employees turn jobs into long-term careers. The salary shown in the job description is full hiring range for this position. At the City of Peoria, you will be a part of an organization that values employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals that will be challenged to learn and grow in an environment that values employee development and career building.

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The City of Peoria Parks and Recreation Department is seeking individuals for several Groundskeeper positions to assist the neighborhood parks, large community parks and the Peoria Sports Complex (home to the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres). Responsibilities include but are not limited to, performing a variety of entry-level tasks by cleaning and maintaining athletic fields, grounds, facilities and park amenities using a variety of hand tools and equipment.

As well as being a results-oriented person, the ideal candidate will also be:

• Interested in learning about parks and sports field grounds keeping and enjoy being outdoors
• Interested in a flexible part-time schedule with an estimated 18-30 hours per week
• Open to schedules that vary depending on assignment and could include nights and weekends.

Why Peoria?

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for.

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently ranked as the #1 place to live in Arizona by Money Magazine, and in the top 50 happiest places to live in the country, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives, and culture of Peoria.

Join our growing team and become a part of the buzz that is Peoria! If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

We are:

P-Professional~E-Ethical~O-Open~R-Responsive~I-Innovative~A-Accountable

Application Process:

A standard twelve-month probationary period must be served. However, it may be extended depending on incumbent performance. Applications will be accepted for current vacancies only until closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.

DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

OPORTUNIDAD DE EMPLEO CON DERECHOS IGUALES

• Valid Arizona Driver's License upon hire
• No experience required