GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER I/II
DEFINITION
To perform a variety of unskilled and
semi-skilled maintenance tasks in the upkeep and landscaping of municipal
grounds.
DISTINGUISHING
CHARACTERISTICS
Grounds
Maintenance Worker I - This
is the entry level class within the Grounds Maintenance Worker series. Positions at this level typically perform
similar duties as the Grounds Maintenance Worker II, but are not expected to
perform with the same independence and judgement on matters related to
established procedures and methods.
This class is typically used as a training class in that positions may
have only limited related work experience.
Grounds
Maintenance Worker II - This
level is the journey level class in the Grounds Maintenance Worker series. Positions at this level are flexibly staffed
and are normally filled by advancement from the I level, or when filled from
the outside, require prior employee training and development experience. Appointment to the II level requires that
the employee be performing the full range of duties as assigned independently
and meet the qualification standards for the class. The Grounds Maintenance Worker II class is distinguished from the
Grounds Maintenance Worker I in that incumbents of the II level receive only
occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and
are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
SUPERVISION
RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Grounds
Maintenance Worker I:
Receives immediate supervision from assigned
supervisory staff.
Exercises no supervision.
Grounds
Maintenance Worker II:
Receives general supervision from the assigned
supervisory staff.
Exercises functional and technical supervision
over assigned maintenance staff.
CITY OF
SALISBURY
Grounds
Maintenance Worker I/II (continued)
EXAMPLES
OF DUTIES - Duties may
include, but are not limited to, the following:
Operate digging and mowing equipment as required including backhoe, tractor, lawn mower, weedeater; operate various hand and power tools; and to assist in basic maintenance of this equipment.
Maintain clean and respectable grounds through
standard grounds upkeep procedures.
Prune trees and shrubs.
Water, trim, mow, weed, and fertilize lawns; and
plant trees, flowers and shrubs.
Maintain City's irrigation system.
Rake and mulch leaves; and clean and clear
walkways and paths.
Collect leaves on streets and right-of-ways.
Maintain a safe working environment; and apply
herbicides and pesticides safely.
Assist other divisions as necessary.
Respond to job call back after working hours
and/or on weekends.
Perform related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Grounds
Maintenance Worker I:
Knowledge of:
Operation
of standard equipment and tools used in performing grounds maintenance.
Operation
of leaf collection equipment.
Hazards
involved in performance of duties and preventative safety measures.
Basic
procedures for grounds upkeep.
Traffic
laws regarding truck and equipment operation.
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SALISBURY
Grounds
Maintenance Worker I/II (continued)
Ability to:
Operate
all grounds equipment, tools and various vehicles safely.
Work
effectively without close supervision.
Maintain
clean and respectable grounds.
Understand
and follow instructions from assigned supervisory staff.
Establish and maintain cooperative
working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Communicate
clearly and effectively.
Respond
to job call back.
Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Must be able to perform very heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally: 50 pounds of force frequently: and 20 pounds constantly.
Must posses the visual acuity to operate mobile equipment such as the backhoe and dump truck in a safe manner.
EDUCATION,
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Any combination of education, experience and
training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is
qualifying. A typical way to obtain the
knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Formal or informal
education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level
necessary for successful job performance.
Experience:
No
experience required.
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SALISBURY
Grounds
Maintenance Worker I/II (continued)
Training:
None.
LICENSE
OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an
appropriate and valid North Carolina driver's license.
Possession of residential telephone service
required.
Grounds
Maintenance Worker II:
In addition to the qualifications for Grounds
Maintenance Worker I:
Knowledge of:
Operating
procedures and policies of the grounds maintenance unit.
Equipment
and supplies inventory.
Ability to:
Identify
and resolve minor equipment problems.
Offer
maintenance assistance to other grounds maintenance workers.
Explain procedures and methods for grounds maintenance to other grounds maintenance workers.
Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Must be able to perform very heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally: 50 pounds of force frequently: and 20 pounds constantly.
Must posses the visual acuity to operate mobile equipment such as the backhoe and dump truck in a safe manner.
CITY OF
SALISBURY
Grounds
Maintenance Worker I/II (continued)
EDUCATION,
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Any combination of education, experience and
training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is
qualifying. A typical way to obtain the
knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Formal or informal
education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level
necessary for successful job performance.
Experience:
One
year of responsible grounds maintenance experience.
Training:
None.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an
appropriate and valid North Carolina driver's license.
Possession of residential telephone service
required.