Grounds Maintenance Worker

The purpose of this position is to perform grounds maintenance, landscaping, and other duties as required by the Department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs landscaping as set by the Ground Crew Supervisor.
• Performs general maintenance on grounds.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment as needed.
• Provides customer service as directed such as setting up sites for events, moving large quantities of files, office furniture and hauling equipment.

Supplemental Functions:

• Performs other similar duties as required.

Job Specifications and Qualifications:

Knowledge:

• Machinery and hand tools of the trade;
• Pesticide application;
• Ball field maintenance.

Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License;

 

Preferred Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License;
• North Carolina Pesticide License.

 PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record.

 

 

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Positions in this class require: standing, walking, lifting, carrying, sitting, reaching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, climbing, vision, foot controls, balancing, bending, hearing, twisting, and talking.
•  Heavy Work: Exerting 50 - 100 pounds occasionally, 25 -50 pounds frequently, or from 10 up to 20 pounds constantly.
•  Incumbents may be subjected to extreme temperature, wetness and/or humidity, respiratory hazards, noise and vibrations, and physical hazards.