Salary
$54,168.00 - $72,180.00 Annually
Closing Date
April 25, 2026
Description
Located in the heart of Northern California, West Sacramento is a thriving, centrally positioned city recognized as a regional leader and an emerging hub for commerce and development. The West Sacramento Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a strong, connected community where pride, purpose, and care come together to create inclusive spaces that celebrate diversity and foster a sense of belonging.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, forward‑thinking team committed to our mission: “Parks Make Life Better.” If you're passionate about community service, innovation, and making a lasting impact, we welcome you to join our team.
The Parks and Grounds Worker/Senior position reports to the Parks Superintendent and Chief Parks and Grounds Workers. It plays a key role in daily operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of the City’s irrigation systems within parks, sports fields, and landscaped public areas. This includes working with smart irrigation controls, pump systems, backflow prevention devices, valves, and underground piping. The role also supports general park maintenance tasks as needed and collaborates with other City departments, contractors, and community groups to ensure effective delivery of irrigation services.
Daily responsibilities include inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and operating irrigation systems within City parks, sports fields, and landscaped areas. The worker coordinates and communicates with other City departments, contractors, and relevant groups. The position requires a self‑motivated individual with strong problem‑solving and communication skills, a positive professional attitude, and the ability to interact regularly with the public while representing the Parks & Recreation Department and the City.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in irrigation system maintenance and repair, including controller, valve, piping, and pump operations. Additional preferred experience includes park maintenance equipment operation, landscape and turf care, pesticide and fertilizer applications, sports field maintenance, and cleanup of public spaces.
Definition
Performs general and varied grounds and park facilities maintenance and gardening work. The Parks and Grounds Worker is the entry level in the Park Maintenance worker series, working under immediate direction and typically in a training status. The Senior Parks and Grounds Worker is the journey level class, performing skilled and semi‑skilled duties related to grounds care and development, working independently and directing others. Advancement to the Senior level occurs after satisfactorily performing the duties of a Parks and Grounds Worker for two (2) years, or sooner if performance is exceptional.
Special Conditions
Ability to wear and use air‑purifying respirators as regulated by Cal/OSHA.
Working Conditions
Travel from site to site; exposure to dust and noise; heavy lifting, standing, climbing; possible work at heights; work in inclement weather.
Veterans’ Preference: An applicant who qualifies for veterans’ preference and places on an eligibility list will be advanced one rank. When five or fewer qualified applicants remain, veterans’ preference does not apply.
Qualifications
Certifications and Licenses
- Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor
- Certified Backflow Prevention Tester
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
- Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI)
- Certified Sports Field Manager (CSFM)
- Certified Arborist
- Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
- Certified Applicator License or Certificate (QAL or QAC)
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- OSHA 10/40
- Other relevant certifications for parks, grounds, turf, and tree maintenance
Essential Functions
- Mows lawns; edges around walks, flower beds, walls, fences, and related grounds areas
- Trims and prunes shrubs, hedges, and trees
- Hoes, weeds, and rakes lawns
- Picks up paper and trash
- Water various grounds areas by hand or by operating the sprinkler system
- Plants lawns, trees, flowers, and shrubs
- Assists in installing and repairing sprinkler systems
- Cleans and maintains park facilities, restrooms, and picnic areas
- Installs picnic areas and barriers
- Performs minor building repair and painting
- Operates power lawn mowers, tractor mowers, trucks, and related equipment
- Utilizes air‑purifying respirators during the application of certain chemicals
Marginal Functions
- Provides services and makes minor repairs to equipment
- Assists with other public work installations
- May serve as acting Chief Parks & Grounds Worker when necessary
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as required
Education and Experience
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
- Parks and Grounds Worker: Six (6) months performing grounds maintenance duties
- Senior Parks and Grounds Worker: Two (2) years of experience comparable to a Parks and Grounds Worker with the City of West Sacramento. One (1) year of experience may be substituted for the educational requirement.
Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid Class “C” California driver’s license. May be required to obtain a current American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Multi‑Media and/or Standard First Aid certificate within twelve (12) months of employment.
How To Apply
An official City of West Sacramento application form must be filled out in its entirety. Applicants must submit a resume and complete the required supplemental questionnaire (if applicable). Incomplete information on the application, resume, or questionnaire may result in disqualification. Application packages will be reviewed and screened for qualifications. Additional screening criteria will be developed based on the supplemental questionnaire (if applicable).
