GROUNDS OPERATOR I

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB

Maintains City's Parks, Grounds and Right of Ways in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.

Duties include:

operating light equipment, and operating mowing equipment. Must be available to work overtime and be "On Call" as assigned by supervisor.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to Crew Leader. This is a non-supervisory position. Has contact with other employees in other departments and has daily contact with the public.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

This is a description of the way this job is currently performed; there is potential for accommodation. Operates light equipment such as riding mower/shredder, skid steer loader, chain saw, weed trimmer, or truck as required or instructed; Cleans restrooms, park grounds, and other city owned properties picking up trash, empty cans, inspect areas for damage/vandalism. Repairs playground structures and trails; Services and performs other routine inspections to ensure equipment is in proper working condition; Assist in trouble shooting and performing skilled repairs; Assist in the set-up of traffic control devices, as necessary; Provides quality customer service to city staff, the public, and all other work contacts; and Performs other related duties as assigned and works with Street/Grounds Maintenance and Water Department as directed.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Grounds maintenance procedures preferred and First aid and CPR procedures.

Ability to:

Operate mowers, tractors, shredders, trimmers, chain saws; Move 50 pounds, occasionally move 100 pounds, Understand written and verbal instruction; Work safely, effectively, and productively with others; Read and comprehend operation and safety manuals, signs, maps, office memos, labels, blueprints, etc.; Take notes, messages and fill out work orders; Perform calculations for volume, capacity, and area; and Assess problems and make prompt, reliable repairs and determine safe solutions.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

High school graduate, or its equivalent. Some experience in grounds maintenance and operating grounds machinery preferred. Or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES REQUIRED

Class C driver license issued by the State of Texas required and have a driving record that meets current city insurance liability requirements.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Required to work weekends and holidays. Required to be on call for after hour emergencies. Required to work hours other than 8:00 - 5:00. Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions. Must pass a drug test prior to employment. I nnovation C ustomer Focus I ntegrity E xcellence R espect