Zoo Seasonal Grounds Keeper

The Zoo Grounds Keeper position will be responsible for cleaning the restrooms(check and re-clean as needed), empty trash cans minimum once a day more if needed, take trash to the dumpster daily, check and restock supplies, patrol grounds for litter, answer public questions and offer assistance.  Work is performed indoors and outdoors under various weather conditions. This position is required to operate light duty equipment such as trucks, tractors, mowers and other lawn equipment. Other duties may include painting, pressure washing, assisting with unloading deliveries, snow removal, minor repairs, cleaning gutters and other duties as assigned.  Applicants must be available to work weekends, evenings and holidays as scheduled.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all position in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.  Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Performs grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, landscape bed maintenance, trash removal, vegetation removal, leaf removal and snow/ice removal.
• Performs custodial services in restrooms, offices and other buildings.
• Operation of landscaping equipment and use of hand and power tools.
• Set-up, monitoring and clean-up support for park programs and special events.
• Maintains good public relations with park visitors and staff.
• Provide excellent customer service and park information to visitors.
• Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Other duties as required.

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training. Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Must be at least 18 years of age.
2. Experience using landscaping equipment and hand or power tools.
3. Possession of a valid driver’s license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Must provide proof of negative Tuberculosis Test within the last 12 months before start date.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.