Description
Grounds Maintenance maintains and enhances Park District facilities by performing unskilled and as capable, semi-skilled jobs in a manner, which assures a quality product and programs consistent with Park District policies.
Essential functions:
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Performs unskilled and as capable, semi-skilled work of a routine, repetitive nature in a responsible manner; typical duties including but not limited to:
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Turf, landscape and plant maintenance functions such as seeding, sodding, fertilizing, mowing, trimming, aerating, spraying, plant installation and harvesting, soil preparation, irrigating, plant propagation
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Plant pest control such as chemical applications
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Plant/tree removal
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Building and facility maintenance such as cleaning, minor repairs and service maintenance
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Roadway and walk maintenance such as plowing, grading, patching, and seal coating
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Equipment maintenance such as oil and filter changing, lubrication, blade sharpening and belt adjusting
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Assisting with various park construction renovation projects
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Performing tasks at specialized facility operations and maintenance locations such as golf courses, stables, The Chalet, aquatics areas, etc
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Installing, maintaining, and removing signs and boundary markers, as assigned
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May be required to possess knowledge in handling and applying pesticides and fertilizers
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Performs routine maintenance on equipment. Makes minor mechanical repairs and service on divisions equipment as directed
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Works with skilled-level employees (Senior Technician; Technician) toward the completion of construction renovation projects and repair work of facilities
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Works towards the proficiency in the operation and maintenance of the following equipment: Trucks; tractors; farm and light construction equipment; Front End loader; backhoe; hydraulic mowing equipment; utility vehicles; small engine equipment
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Performs related duties as apparent or assigned
Qualifications:
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High school diploma or equivalent. At least one year of semi-skilled experience preferred
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Course work up to and including certification (ie, Arborist, etc.), Associate Degree and/or university classes in turf, agronomy, forestry, horticulture, plant science, natural resources, or related fields, would strengthen a candidate's application
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Pesticide license when required by work assignment or location
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Posses a valid Ohio driver's license
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Possesses or has ability to obtain within one year of employment one of the following:
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Ohio Department of Agriculture herbicide/pesticide license
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State of Ohio Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) with air brakes
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Demonstrated ability to perform variable physical requirements of park maintenance work
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Previous experience in and knowledge of Park Operation's procedures, duties, equipment operation desirable
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Demonstrated ability to exhibit leadership consistent with teamwork approach that recognizes contribution of all employees
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Must be a non-smoker/tobacco user.
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Must be available to work second shift hours
WAGE: $18.04 per hour ($1.00 increase each six months until achieving the union base rate of $20.04)
DATE POSTED: FILING DEADLINE:
To Apply: Your cover letter must clearly explain how your skills and experience align with the above job qualifications.
E-mail résumé to (see below) referencing position #16116