Groundskeeper

Assists in the maintenance and landscaping needs of agency grounds and properties. Typically performs a variety of tasks, including sod laying, mowing, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking, mulching, and minor grounds repairs.

Essential Functions :

Assists in the maintenance and upkeep of the agency property. Use of hand tools, such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, saws, hedge or brush trimmers, or similar tools used for landscaping/grounds maintenance. Use of power tools, including riding mowers and weed trimmers. Safely operates all equipment as instructed. Report on safety issues to the supervisor. Mixes fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders. Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing, removing thatch, or trimming or edging around flower beds, walks, or walls. Use various irrigation methods to adjust water consumption to prevent waste. Keeps tools and equipment clean and in good repair. Reports broken equipment/tools to the supervisor and does not use tools that are malfunctioning or are unsafe to operate. Maintains little to no contact with clients. Communicate thoroughly and professionally with coworkers, staff, and clients. Hours vary depending on the weather and the property's needs.

Minimum Requirements:

High School diploma or GED required. Minimum 18 years of age at the time of hire. Driving record of no more than two moving violations or at-fault accidents in any combination in the past three years and no major moving violations within the past three years. Clear background and child abuse registry checks. Experience with landscaping/groundskeeping tools and equipment.