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GROUNDSKEEPER/MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

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County of Niagara

Ransomville, NY (In Person)

$52,270 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/20/2026

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GROUNDSKEEPER/MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1.0 1.0
out of 5 stars 2571 Lower Mountain Road, Ransomville, NY 14131 $23.94 - $26.32 an hour - Full-time County of Niagara 2 reviews $23.94 - $26.32 an hour - Full-time
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Incumbents are responsible for the grounds maintenance of municipal or county properties including grounds, lawns, recreational areas and facilities. Responsibilities also include building and equipment maintenance, cleaning, and delivery functions. The incumbent operates one or more types of motorized equipment and performs a variety of manual tasks in connection with such operations. Employees of this class perform recurring manual duties in connection with the operation of moderately complex motor equipment. They receive general instructions from a superior, but are responsible for the safe and economical operation and care of the equipment on assigned tasks. This work requires the operation of motorized equipment and the ability to lift more than fifty (50) pounds. Direct supervision is received from a superior who assigns and inspects work. Does related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma and one (1) year of paid experience in grounds maintenance work which involved the operation of commercial grade motorized equipment.
NOTE:
1. Education in gardening or landscaping may be used to equate to required experience. One (1) month of education or training is equal to one (1) month of experience. Snowplowing experience cannot be substituted. 2. Verifiable paid part-time experience will be pro-rated towards meeting the experience requirements. Documentation will be required to verify the legitimacy of employment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
1. Possession of a New York State Class B CDL at time of appointment & throughout employment. 2. If vacancy is in a Niagara County Department, the applicant must have six (6) months paid experience in plowing snow with a pickup truck. 3. When assigned to apply pesticides, employee must be in possession of a valid certification by the NYS DEC as a Pesticide Applicator. •Apply electronically at: https://niagara-portal.mycivilservice.com/ or submit paper applications to: Niagara County Human Resources, 111 Main Street - Suite G2, Lockport, NY 14094 Applications, Job Specifications, Job Postings & Exam Announcements can be found here: https://niagara-portal.mycivilservice.com/
Pay:
$23.94 - $26.32 per hour
Benefits:
Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan
Work Location:
In person