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Department Department of Transportation Division Building/Grounds Maintenance Salary $21.86 - $22.77 Job Profile JC-02167200-45 - Groundskeeper (LIUNA RILDC LOCAL 808 DBR DMV DOT FM EMA RISP) Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours 40 Hours Monday - Friday Opening Date December 23, 2025 Closing Date December 31, 2025 Job Requisition Number JR100337 GROUNDSKEEPER (Open) Pay Grade C03411 G Classification Groundskeeper Class Definition GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform work of a semi-skilled nature in the care and maintenance of grounds to be utilized for various outdoor recreational activities; and to do related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Receives both general and/or specific work assignments and technical instructions from a superior; work is reviewed both in process and upon completion for results obtained and compliance with assignments and instructions. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Lays out and reviews the work of a group of laborers when assigned to assist. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: In accordance with technical instructions from a superior to perform work of a semi-skilled nature in the care and maintenance of grounds to be utilized for various outdoor recreational activities involving: the seeding, trimming, mowing, rolling, watering, spiking and raking of fairways, putting greens, baseball infields, gridirons, etc.; the mixing and application of various chemicals, chemical sprays, fertilizers and top dressings to tees, fairways and greens; the cutting and laying of sod and turf as well as the construction and repair of walks, lanes, parking places, sheds and benches necessary for the effective and safe operation of various outdoor recreational activities. On occasion, to supervise the work of laborers when assigned to assist. To inspect the grounds frequently to determine needed care, maintenance, construction and reconstruction work. To keep the grounds free of all kinds of litter, debris or other objects or materials harmful to the operation of such grounds. To inspect for and take the necessary steps to effect the control of insect pests and ground diseases. During the off-season, to engage in such activities as: snow removal, sanding of roads and pathways, sweeping, cleaning of equipment and machinery in preparation for various outdoor recreational activities. To do related work as required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT: KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A working knowledge of the methods and techniques of groundskeeping; working knowledge of the methods and techniques of mixing, and applying, various chemicals, chemical sprays, fertilizers, top dressing and grass seed; the ability to operate and make minor repairs to various equipment and hand tools related to grounds maintenance; the ability to apply prescribed methods for the control of insect pests and common grass diseases; the ability to lay out and supervise the work of others when assigned to assist; and related capacities and abilities. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Education: Such as may have been gained through: completion of ten school grades; and Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment as a greenskeeper at a golf course or as a groundskeeper with lawn or general landscaping experience. Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: At the time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician's certificate. Supplemental Information GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform work of a semi-skilled nature in the care and maintenance of grounds to be utilized for various outdoor recreational activities; and to do related work as required. To work statewide on all RIDOT roadside assets, landscaping, trees, graffiti removal: to drive snow plowing equipment during winter operations if needed. Assist maintaining RIDOT roadsides including but not limited to litter and debris pickup, grass cutting, weed whacking, etc. Benefits For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at https://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/. Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee. STATE OF RHODE ISLAND JOBS The State of Rhode Island is committed to providing fundamental services to all Rhode Islanders. Join our team and enjoy the benefits of providing public service with purpose and impact. If you are a current state employee, you are required to apply through the internal jobs website. Applications for current state employees will only be accepted through the internal jobs website. 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