Grounds Technician

• Athletic Maintenance City of Wilmington, NC
• 3.1 Wilmington, NC Job Details Full-time $21.91
• $25.

42 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance On-site gym Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Adoption assistance Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Credit union membership Life insurance Qualifications Computer operation Computer literacy Non-CDL Class C Computer skills Full Job Description The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. One City. One Team. One Mission If you enjoy working outdoors, taking pride in well-kept parks and athletic facilities, and aren't afraid to get your hands dirty, the city is looking for a Grounds Technician! You'll help maintain City parks, landscaping projects, and athletic fields by mowing, weed eating, edging, pruning, removing trash, performing janitorial tasks, and caring for turf—all while interacting professionally with the public and staff. You'll assist with setting up for special events, keep accurate records and daily worksheets, perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment, help clean up after weather emergencies, and support other departments whenever needed Typical Tasks

JOB DUTIES

Performs general maintenance by mowing grass, edging, weed eating, picking up trash, applying pesticides, trimming landscape, cleaning bathrooms and shelters, removing trash cans, watering, and fertilizing. Assists with special projects by setting up for events and assisting with natural disaster clean up. Positions assigned to the Athletics division may also be responsible for the following: Opens and secures facilities by operating alarm system, locking doors and gates, turning off and on stadium lights, and operating sound equipment and scoreboards. Provides customer service to the public by assisting with athletic team requests, and working with citizens to meet their needs. Qualifications Qualifications Ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. No experience is required. Class C Driver's License. Ability to work before, during, and after emergencies and/or natural disasters. Basic computer literacy as necessitated for timekeeping, performance documentation and online training. Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Lifts and moves up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequently, and up to 10 lbs. constantly.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position generally requires working outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

Our Core Values :

INCLUSION

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COLLABORATION

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CREATIVITY

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ACCOUNTABILITY

Our Mission Statement:

Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.

What we offer:

The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families.

Our benefits package includes:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System Employer-paid health & wellness clinic Free on-site city gym access Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year 6-weeks paid parental leave Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives Tuition assistance benefits

Applicant Status Updates :

After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal. Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week. Health Insurance

• The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage. Dental Insurance
• Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage. Life Insurance
• The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary.

Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.

Retirement:

• NC Local Government Retirement System
• All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period. Deferred Compensation
• The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to a 401(k) plan regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the 401(k) or 457 deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines. Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually
• ):•Sick Leave•12 days accrued each year•Annual Leave•Accrual based on years of service and classification.

Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.

• Holidays
• 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid Parental Leave
• Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).
• Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.

Miscellaneous:

Tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Short & Long Term Disability Cancer & Critical Illness Accident Insurance Whole Life Insurance Credit Union membership Access to

City Fitness Center Note:

The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to receive their first paycheck approximately 4 weeks after their start date.

• This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/Government/Departments-Divisions/Human-Resources/Benefits for more information.

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