Groundskeeper (A263115-2), 202, Park Maintenance

Posting number: A263115-2

Department: Parks and Recreation (31/90)

Division: Parks Maintenance

Job classification: Groundskeeper, 202

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Recreation, Grounds & Landscaping

Summary

Performs maintenance work for City facilities. Operates heavy equipment, maintains landscaping, and performs janitorial duties.

Examples of duties

• Plants, waters, fertilizes, edges, and cuts grass; rakes leaves; trims and prunes trees and hedges; trims, pulls, and sprays weeds.
• Checks grounds for vandalism and damages; erases or paints over graffiti on walls. 
• Picks-up trash and other debris and disposes properly; sweeps sidewalks.
• Performs minor carpentry work; cleans air-conditioner filters; replaces light bulbs in buildings; performs minor paint jobs.
• Drives tractor mower and trucks to haul debris; maintains City vehicles including checking oil, gas, and water levels.
• Assists in performing minor plumbing repairs such as installing the sprinkler systems; digs trench and makes adjustments to the pipe and pipe-fitting; assists in repairing sinks, toilets, and faucets in buildings.
• Maintains recreational fields; marks foul lines and home plate.
• Sets up for services and events, provides customer service, and breaks down at close of event.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records regarding work performed.
• Performs related work as required.

• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of hand and small power tools
• Knowledge of irrigation system
• Knowledge of custodial practices and techniques 

• Skill in organization and time management 
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships 
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to comply with City policies and procedures 
• Ability to maintain vehicles and equipment 
• Ability to maintain accurate and complete records

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements 

Position will have the following exposures

• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects. 

Work Environment Locations 

Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
  Never

• Warehouse environment

Seldom

• Warehouse environment

 Sometimes

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Confined space 

Frequently

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Vehicles

Often

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Vehicles

Exposures 

Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

 Seldom

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Communicable diseases

Sometimes

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances 

Often

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Moving mechanical parts
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel

Position will require the employee to travel

Seldom:

• Local travel
• Regional trave