Construction/Maintenance Worker II (Grounds Maintenance)

About the role

Performs manual labor and semi-skilled work in the construction and maintenance of County grounds and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintains athletic fields by cutting grass, dragging fields, and lining fields.
• Serves as a lead worker when needed for new hires and seasonal employees.
• Operates light machinery and uses hand tools to prune trees, mow lawns, remove snow, etc.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent and 1-2 years experience in landscape maintenance work;
• Valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia with good driving record;
• Certification as a State Category 60 Registered Technician for pesticide application required, or must have the ability to obtain such certification with 6 months of employment;
• Safety shoes required;
• Acceptable criminal background check.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include:

• A high school diploma or equivalent;
• 1-2 years of experience in landscape maintenance work;
• A valid driver's license with a good driving record;
• A State Category 60 Registered Technician for pesticide application certification, or the ability to obtain such certification within six months of employment;
• Physical ability to operate various machinery and equipment including lawn mowers, weed eaters, chippers, edgers, chainsaws, hand tools, shovels, hoes, rakes, pruning equipment, etc.;
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle;
• Physical stamina for heavy lifting, carrying materials, bending, stooping, standing, and walking.

Skills

N/A

Benefits

The County of York offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
• Health savings accounts;
• VRS retirement;
• Group life insurance;
• Deferred compensation;
• Flexible spending accounts;
• Employee assistance program;
• Paid holidays and paid leave.

Pay

$46,581.00 - $54,753.00 Annually

Schedule

Full-time

Contact Information

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For questions, contact the Human Resources Department at 757-890-3687 or visit our website at www.yorkcounty.gov/humanresources.

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