Turf Maintenance Technician Position Available In [Unknown county], Florida

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Company:
School District Of Manatee County
Salary:
JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

Turf Maintenance Technician 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars Manatee County, FL Job Description

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MANATEE COUNTY
Local Title:
TURF MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
State Title:

Grounds Maintenance Technician Tree Surgeon

JOB DESCRIPTION JOB GOAL

To provide skilled work in the maintenance of athletic fields and grounds in accordance with accepted practices and methods of turf and grounds maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Two (2) years’ experience with irrigation systems. Technical training in subjects such as horticulture plus one (1) year experience in grounds maintenance. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. Possession of a valid state of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Public Applicator’s Restricted Use Pesticides License for Ornamental and Turf. Possession of a valid Florida Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) – Class A. Must be able to obtain license within 120 days of hire.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the standards, methods, tools and materials used in the proper care of turf grass, trees, plants and shrubs. Knowledge of the safe operating practices for landscape maintenance equipment. Knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary in the Turf Maintenance trade. Ability to calculate the proper rate of application of the various chemicals used. Knowledge of the functions and hazards of the various types of chemicals and the rules and regulations governing their application. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.

REPORTS TO

Supervisor, Sites Management

SUPERVISES

N/A

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform basic maintenance of athletic fields including mowing, watering, aerating, verticutting, top dressing, seeding, weeding, and sodding. Obtain soil samples. Apply fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides on athletic fields, grounds, and landscaped areas. Operate, maintain and make minor adjustments to light and heavy equipment such as tractors, sprayers, aerators, reel mowers, and verticutting equipment necessary for the maintenance of athletic turf. Tow and/or haul turf maintenance equipment to job site. Make minor repairs to irrigation systems including replacing heads, adjusting rotors and replacing nozzles. Prepare material lists and pick up materials from vendors. Maintain accurate records of daily work and time and payroll information. Follow safety standards in performing work and report unsafe conditions to Lead/Manager in a timely manner. May be required to work after hours and/or weekends. Travel outside of Manatee County as required in the performance of duties. Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Heavy work. Requires lifting operations involving weights up to fifty pounds. Requires lifting, holding, carrying, sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing, and visual acuity. The worker is exposed to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions. The noise level in the work environment can be high at times. Safety is the highest priority.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Board approved on:
Revised:

05/07/2001 08/14/2006 05/22/2018 SALARY

SCHEDULE

AFSCME

PAYGRADE

27B

SHORT TITLE

MPL007 STATE

JOB CODE

79036

Pay Scale Negotiated Starting Hourly :

$17.63

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