FUNCTIONAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of semi-skilled journey level work in the maintenance and care of grounds, playing fields, rights-of-way and related school system owned property. May occasionally be required to lead a small group of workers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs grounds maintenance duties using, mowers, tractors, snow removal equipment, and other light to medium duty power equipment and hand tools.
• Checks equipment to ensure proper operation. Performs minor troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Receives work assignments, assemble and load material and needed equipment, for transportation to the work site.
• Drives trucks and dump trucks to transport workers, equipment, and materials.
• Cuts and trims lawns, edges and blows sidewalks and curbs.
• Removes trash from lawns, and parking areas.
• Sprays lawns, driveways, parking lots, beds, walking tracks, paths, playgrounds, fence lines, etc. with herbicides using backpack or powered sprayers.
• Conditions and prepares soils for planting.
• Plants grass, flowers, bulbs, seeds, trees, and shrubs.
• Weeds, mulches, and waters plant beds.
• Fertilizes plants and lawns.
• Removes damaged trees, branches, and twigs.
• Maintains paths and road surfaces.
• Maintains storm drains.
• Installs signs in parking lots and along driveways.
• Removes or mulches leaves.
• Prunes shrubs and trees, to shape and improve growth.
• Assists the Maintenance Division in snow removal as needed.
• Clears snow from driveways, parking lots, and sidewalks.
• May occasionally lead a small group of workers.
• Ensures that work is completed in a safe, efficient, and effective manner; responds to all incidents and inquires.
• Performs related duties as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used in grounds maintenance.
• General knowledge of the hazards and safety practices related to the work.
• Knowledge of safety precautions applicable to the duties of this class.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to use hand tools.
• Ability to operate and make minor repairs to machinery and equipment.
• Ability to engage in heavy manual labor for extensive periods of time in a variety of weather conditions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, employees, and the public.
• Follows OSHA and safety procedures, which may include, department protocols, appropriate attire, and observing weight limits as it relates to utilizing portable extension ladders and step ladders.
• Position requires the ability to work occasional scheduled overtime and be available for emergency overtime when the need arises by responding to after-hours emergencies, which may include weekends and holidays.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum: High School Diploma/GED
• Minimum: Valid NC Driver’s License
• Minimum: Two years’ experience in the maintenance and repair of grounds and equipment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:

Pay Grade LA -Pay Rate $2,892.24 Monthly - Full-Time - 12 months

PHYSICAL WORK DEMANDS:

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