POWER MOWER OPERATOR-GROUNDS KEEPER (BC-03) [1 vacancy]

Oahu, HI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Information

Keeping Grounds Healthy Neat and Welcoming!

Start your rewarding career with the City and County of Honolulu today!

Ready to keep outdoor spaces looking their best through expert mowing and grounds care The Department of Enterprise ServicesHonolulu Zoois looking for aPower Mower Operator-Grounds Keeper! This position located in Honolulu is responsible for operating passenger-type power mowers as a primary duty while caring for maintaining and beautifying landscaped areas.

What Youll Do

Operate mowers edgers loaders and other equipment to maintain lawns and paved areas and clean up leaves branches stones and trash.
Cleanzoo restrooms entrances and buildings by scrubbing mopping waxing polishing filling paper dispensers and emptying trash while checking daily for cleanliness.
Trim and care for plants using herbicides or insecticides safely and make sure visitors follow safety and animal-protection rules and signs.
Weed and water lawns and planted areas and help control rodents cats mongooses and pigeons by trapping or preventing nesting and breeding.
Plant grass flowers shrubs or trees as directed assist in emergencies like fires or storms and secure gates and buildings as needed.
Help with minor building repairs like painting changing light bulbs and fixing fixtures and assist with setting up special zoo events.
Performing other related duties as required.

Special Work Requirements

The Honolulu Zoo is open seven days a week. Therefore while this position regularly works 5 days a week your work schedule may include weekends and holidays depending on operational needs.

Apply today! If you qualify for the position your name will be eligible for referral to the hiring department for further consideration for the current job opening as well as future vacancies with this job title.

Additional Job Information

HIRING PROCESS:

Applications must be submitted online in order to be accepted. This job posting will close on December6 2025 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST).
Interviews for the current vacancies will be held onMondayDecember 29 2025.
A conditional job offer will be made after all interviews have concluded.
Additional interviews for future vacancies may be scheduled by the individual hiring departments as vacancies occur.

The Citys many excellent benefits include:

Generous Time Off - Up to 21 vacation days 21 sick days and 13-14 holidays per year.
Comprehensive Health Coverage- Medical dental vision and prescription drug plans with subsidized premiums and life insurance coverage.
Retirement Plan- State of Hawaii ERS pension and optional retirement and deferred compensation plans.
Student Loan Relief- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
Career Development- Training and development classes at all levels.
And much more!-For additional benefit information visit notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your e-mail account in a timely manner.To ensure proper delivery please make sure you:
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- are subscribed to e-mail notices;
- check your spam folders; and
- add and to your contact list.

Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

At time of application you must be a citizen national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Some experience and/or training in the repair or operation of passenger-type power mowers or similar motorized equipment.

Must be able to:

Safely operate and maintain a passenger-type (riding) power mower.
Understand work hazards and follow safety precautions.
Care for lawns and landscaped areas.
Fix minor equipment issues.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Learn and enforce rules to protect public property and safety.
Follow safety rules and handle heavy loads properly.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT:

Possession of a valid Hawaii State drivers license (Type 3/automobile) as required.
Obtain and maintain from the Citys Health Services Branch a Hearing Conservation Program (HCP) test prior to appointment.

Examination Process

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your training experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.

EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Training and Experience Evaluation ..........................................100%

Position InformationKeeping Grounds Healthy Neat and Welcoming!Start your rewarding career with the City and County of Honolulu today!Ready to keep outdoor spaces looking their best through expert mowing and grounds care The Department of Enterprise ServicesHonolulu Zoois looking for aPower Mower Op...