Full-time Grounds Keeper I

THE POSITION

Under direct supervision of the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, Crew Leader, or Groundskeeper II, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks related to the care and maintenance of park grounds and related building facilities, as assigned. The position involves some work related to park maintenance, improvement and development. Starting and ending times for maintenance crews vary. Position may be assigned to work from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., or 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Position will be required to work weekends for two years, and will be required to work holidays.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Operation of various power mowing and edging equipment
• Pest and weed control spraying, the application of various fertilizers
• Weeding, and pruning
• Minor sprinkler system repair
• Landscape installation
• Ball field preparation
• Equestrian and trail maintenance
• Graffiti and trash removal
• Minor maintenance of the equipment used
• Cleaning and upkeep of park building facilities (restrooms) The position may perform other related work as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Requires: adequate proficiency in reading, understanding, and speaking basic English; minimum one (1) year of experience in grounds maintenance, landscape installation or other related experience; level of knowledge, skill and ability in the area of grounds maintenance that allows this person to make a meaningful contribution towards the District's goal of providing well-maintained parks to the community; ability to be an excellent member of the team and also to work independently; ability to sustain an acceptable level of productivity.

License / Certification: Must possess a valid California driver's license and good driving record. A CA Certified Applicator's Certificate is desired.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS

It is expected this position will require walking or standing 70% of the time or more; occasional to frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching overhead or stretching and working on uneven terrain.

There will be occasional crawling or climbing ladders and/or stairs; some lifting of 100 pounds or more and occasional to frequent lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling loads of 0-100 pounds; frequent handling and dexterity. This position will require the operation of some or all of the following equipment: power mowers, edgers, blowers, weed eater, tractor, rototiller, sprayer, chain saw, stump grinder and trencher, and District vehicle.