Groundskeeper II

About the role

The Groundskeeper I will operate and maintain industrial mowers and other grounds-related equipment to plant, install, grade, mow, aerate, trim and prune lawns, trees, shrubs, and grounds. They will also spray lawns, trees, shrubs, and grounds with fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides as directed. Additionally, they will remove and dispose of trees, shrubs, plants, sod, weeds, litter, and other unnecessary items.

Responsibilities

• Plants, installs, grades, mows, aerates, trims and/or prunes lawns, trees, shrubs, etc.
• Sprays lawns, trees, shrubs and grounds with fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides, as directed.
• Removes and disposes of trees, shrubs, plants, sod, weeds, litter, and other unnecessary items.
• Installs, maintains, repairs and replenishes playground equipment, playground surfacing, fencing gates, artificial turf, asphalt, etc.
• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and winterizes sprinkler systems and related equipment.
• Prepares and installs concrete under fence lines and provides assistance in repairing and finishing damaged sidewalks, driveways, retaining walls, curbs, and gutters.
• Operates snowplow and other snow removal equipment to remove snow and apply salt to sidewalks, parking areas, etc.
• Transports and delivers equipment.
• Maintains industrial mowing and snow removal equipment.
• Performs pre-trip vehicle inspections.
• May provide training to hourly workers.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required.

Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Class D driver's license
• One (1) year of demonstrated experience in grounds maintenance or related field

Skills

• Skilled in use of hand tools, small and large power tools, power equipment, gardening tools, pruning shears, etc.
• Knowledge in loading and securing equipment.
• Skilled in the use of trimming and pruning equipment.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic oral and written communications and interpersonal relations.
• Must keep abreast on changes in techniques relevant to this position.

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

ESP (60)