Grounds and Landscape Assistant - Parks & Recreation (0526)

Nature of Work

READVERTISEMENT OF JOB POSTING - THOSE WHO HAVE ALREADY SUBMITTED AN APPLICATION DO NOT NEED TO RESUBMIT. Under limited supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled manual labor tasks in the maintenance of County parks and open space properties including, but not limited to, general maintenance and care of park landscapes, gardens, lawns, grounds, etc.; acts as a helper for a craftsman or skilled trades worker; may operate a variety of hand and power tools; carries out park cleaning and other duties as assigned.

Typical Duties

• Performs manual labor
• Cleans and maintains County facilities and parks
• Identifies and reports needed repairs
• Performs grounds maintenance, including weeding, mowing, landscaping, graffiti removal, painting, and trash removal
• May perform minor repairs
• Affords assistance with special events

Essential Functions

• Driving
• Lifting and carrying up to fifty (50) pounds when loading and unloading trucks
• Team lifting up to 100 pounds
• Working with and around other staff and the public

Minimum Qualifications

• Any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with irrigation systems
• Minimum of two years of lawn care maintenance
• Minimum of two years lawn care equipment use
• Experience in identification of invasive and non-native weeds

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of: Basic park and facility maintenance and custodial practices, Operation of power and manual tools, Operation of light landscaping and maintenance equipment, including weed trimmers and backpack blowers, Operations of custodial equipment, Working knowledge of: Tools, materials, methods, and practices used in park and facility custodial and maintenance work, including but not limited to weeding, trash removal, graffiti removal, painting, restroom cleaning, and minor repairs, Occupational hazards and safety precautions for storing and handling hazardous materials
• Ability to: Work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays, Work extended hours out of doors in varying weather conditions, Perform heavy manual labor, Effectively handle lifting objects weighing up to 60 pounds, Operate various types of tools and equipment safely and efficiently, Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety, Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public, Follow written and verbal instructions, Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County Employee Benefits

• Vacation/Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 10 Holidays Per Year
• Health Care Insurance
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
• Sick Leave Conversion Plan
• Personal Day Purchase Program
• Vacation Sell Back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program
• Long-Term Disability
• AZ State Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-going Training Opportunities
• Free bus transportation/EcoPass bus pass

Required Questions

• Do you have experience working in parks and recreation? If so, please describe.
• Please describe any experience you have working in a public setting.
• Do you have customer service work experience? If so, please describe.
• Please list any landscape equipment you have used and what is your experience using the equipment.

Elective Coverage

• Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tax-deferred investment program
• Accidental and Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability

Equal Opportunity Employer

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Non-Benefit Information

This position is safety sensitive. This position is non-exempt from overtime. The ideal candidate is able to work weekends and holidays; has experience with lawn care maintenance; experience with lawn care equipment use (lawn mower, weed whacker, etc.).