Grounds Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Pesticide Application: Assist in the application of pesticides to control insects and weeds in accordance with established procedures.
• Meetings and Training: Attend unit meetings, in-service training, and workshops to gather necessary information for job performance.
• Landscape Maintenance: Clean landscaped areas and related items (e.g., storm drains, fields) to prevent flooding and remove hazards.
• Maintain playground equipment to ensure safety and compliance with guidelines.
• Plant and maintain a variety of landscaping materials (e.g., lawns, shrubbery, flowers) to enhance grounds appearance and protect against erosion.
• Grounds and Equipment Maintenance: Perform maintenance on grounds and job-related equipment (e.g., fix potholes, plow snow, salt lots).
• Conduct vehicle and equipment inspections to ensure safe operating conditions.
• Field Preparation: Prepare grounds and athletic fields (e.g., fertilize soil, maintain flower beds, paint field lines) to ensure safe and attractive areas for events and activities.
• Material and Supply Management: Request materials, supplies, equipment, and support personnel as needed to complete assignments.
• Safety and Emergency Response: Respond to immediate safety and operational concerns (e.g., facility damage, vandalism) and notify appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Transportation and Communication: Transport tools, equipment, and supplies to job sites as required. Communicate with diverse groups and stakeholders regarding grounds maintenance activities and needs.

Additional Duties

• Perform other related tasks as assigned to ensure efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Job-related experience is required.
• Skills: Operate grounds maintenance equipment including tractors, weed whips, mowers, and hand/power tools. Perform multiple tasks with adaptability and attention to detail.
• Knowledge: Methods for preparing and maintaining various plants, shrubs, and lawns. Safety practices and procedures related to grounds maintenance.
• Abilities: Perform basic calculations and problem-solving. Work effectively with diverse individuals and under various conditions.