Vehicle Operator - Grounds Seasonal

Description

Under immediate supervision, performs routine semi-skilled grounds maintenance work and related work as required.

• Operates walk behind mowers, zero turn mowers and tractors in the mowing of right-of-ways and parks.
• Use of weed trimmers, edgers and blowers.
• Distribute herbicide, fertilizer and mulch.
• Remove weeds from beds.
• Plant bulbs, flowers, shrubs and trees on city maintained property.
• Trim and prune shrubs and trees.
• Prep soil for seeding.
• Collection and removal of litter.
• Operate water truck.
• Perform pre-trip inspection of vehicle and equipment.
• Uses standard tools and equipment of trade; cleans and cares for tools and equipment.

Typical Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to the completion of the eleventh grade and experience in building and grounds maintenance work.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: General knowledge of the methods and practices of buildings and grounds maintenance. Knowledge of equipment and tools used in turf and landscape maintenance. Ability to follow instructions and satisfactorily complete assigned tasks in a timely manner; ability to work long hours under sometimes adverse weather conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Regular exertion of up to 50 pounds of force.
• Frequent standing, walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling.
• Reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and lifting.
• Sitting, speaking or hearing and repetitive motions.
• Vision requirements, vocal communication, hearing, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts within arm’s length, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities.
• Exposure to vibration, frequent working near moving mechanical parts, working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.
• Exposure to loud noise locations (e.g. jack hammer work, garbage recycle plant).

Supplemental Information

• Possession of a valid Drivers License.
• The City of Winston-Salem's employment practices are guided by federal, state, and local rules and regulations guaranteeing employment opportunities to all persons without regard to and prohibiting discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, religion, political affiliation or beliefs, national origin or handicap, unless a bonafide occupational qualification exists.
• 01 This job requires a driver's license.
• Do you possess a valid driver's license?
• Yes
• No