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:

 

 

 

 

 

PHYSICAL

ACTIVITY

FREQUENCY

        C - Constant

        F - Frequent

        O - Occasional

         I - Infrequent

        NR - Not    Required

 

 

 

 

PHYSICAL

ACTIVITY

FREQUENCY

        C - Constant

        F - Frequent

        O - Occasional

         I - Infrequent

     NR - Not Required

Climbing/Balancing

F

Lifting/Carrying

50 up to 75 lbs.

Crawling/Kneeling

O

Grasping/Twisting

F

Walking

C

Reaching

F

Running

I

Pushing/Pulling

F

Standing

C

Fingering/Typing

O

Sitting

O

Driving

F requires driving car between sites

Bending/Stooping

C

Others:

 

 

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