JOB
Grounds Maintenance II requires a minimum of two years of experience and starts at $16.50/hour.
Under direct supervision of a Crew Chief, the Grounds Maintenance position is responsible for performing unskilled and semi-skilled manual work of ordinary difficulty in the care, keeping, and beautification of all parks, landscape, grounds, and recreation facilities. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Essential Job Functions
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Clean, repair, and maintain grounds, play areas, park properties and facilities, irrigation systems, landscaping; ensure all facilities and public areas are fully functional.
- Service the landscaped areas of the parks and recreation department; mow, trim, weed, and assist with irrigation maintenance.
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Apply allowable pesticides and fertilizers following all safety and compliance guidelines.
- Perform manual and minor maintenance in relation to grounds, facility, and park amenities.
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Serve as gardener, caretaker, park maintenance worker, and janitor for any and all service needs of the department; may engage with residents and visitors regarding recreation area conditions.
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Perform tasks involving the use of mowers, edgers, hand tools, power tools and equipment, and the operate various City vehicles.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete state of all duties, and employee may be required to perform other job related duties as required. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Operate and use hand and power tools, small trucks, mowing equipment, and other equipment
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Understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions
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Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time, possibly in inclement weather.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public. Ability to communicate both verbally and written, and possess good people skills.
Essential Physical Skills
Acceptable eyesight (with or without corrections) Acceptable hearing (with or without aid)
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
Ability to climb, reach, walk, stand, bend, stoop, and kneel
Ability to frequently change activities
Ability to grasp, lift, push, pull, and carry heavy objects (50 pounds or more) on a frequent basis
Ability to lift more than 50lbs with assistance
Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time
Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.
Environmental Conditions
Work is performed primarily outdoors with moderate noise levels and will be subject to outside environmental conditions.
