Grounds Maintenance Technician

The purpose of this position is to perform routine grounds maintenance for County parks, facilities and grounds. This class works under close supervision according to set procedures.

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Cut grass with hand tools or power equipment.
• Trims trees and shrubs.
• Assists with unloading of work trucks and delivery trucks and event set-ups. 
• Assists with site setup of plant materials, flower bed maintenance, lawn maintenance. 
• Ensures that job site staging area is clean and organized. 
• Park cleanup.
• Picks up all trash in the area and disposes of it properly.
• Uses all installation tools according to company safety policy. 
• Complies with safety policies at all times.
• General repairs and tool maintenance.
• Marks sports fields.
• Performs related work as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
• Requires a short demonstration up to and including one month of related experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.