"Grounds Keeper I"

Job Details

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs entry-level work in caring for grounds or public buildings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintains the appearance of grounds
  • Mows and trims grass. Trims, waters, removes and plants trees and shrubs. Controls the advent of ant beds.
  • Cares for lawns, shrubbery, trees and flowerbeds using standard tools and equipment.
  • Removes dirt, rubbish and refuse from grounds.
    • Drives trucks and hauls materials, supplies, and dirt and/or office furniture.
    • Works special events, i.e. parking, loading, etc. – may include weekends and overtime.
    • Maintains and cares for grounds keeping tools, supplies and ground equipment.
    • Performs various gardening activities.
    • Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
    • May assist in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, auto repair and maintenance.
    • May perform vehicle oil changes, lubes, inspections, cleaning and washing.
    • Must be able to perform on call duties.
    • May repair, stripe, and/or perform preventative maintenance on parking lots, roads and sidewalks within the grounds.
    • May perform custodial work, assisting in cleaning buildings and moving furniture.
    • Performs related work as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Completion of high school is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
• Experience in grounds keeping and maintenance work.
• Required to possess a valid Class C Drivers License issued by the State of, and proof of insurance.
• Ability to perform on call duties.
• Knowledge of the planting and care of trees, shrubbery, flowers, and grass.
• Skill in the use of grounds keeping hand tools and equipment.
• Skill in the operation of motorized and gas operated equipment such as tractors, mowers, edgers, chain saws, hedge trimmers, self-propelled sweeper/vacuums, and paint striping machines.
• Skill in the repair and maintenance of parking lots.
• Ability to maintain and care for hand and power tools and equipment used in grounds keeping and gardening.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• See attached job activities sheet
• Ability to lift 100 pounds and carries 70 pounds.
• Ability to work in inclement weather conditions, bend climb and lift 50 pounds plus.
• Must be able to work overtime, some evenings, nights and weekends.