Performs a variety of unskilled to semi-skilled manual labor tasks and duties as required to maintain City grounds, including right-of-ways, parcels/lots, sidewalks, etc. An employee in this class performs manual duties to mow grass, trim bushes and trees, load and haul materials, supplies, soil, dirt, etc. in the performance of daily operations. Work is labor intensive and requires the use of basic gas, electric and hand tools, including weed eaters, blowers, rakes, shovels, pitchforks, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, axes, hoes, etc. Employee may operate commercial mowers or tractors with flail and bush hog mowers on occasion. Employee will assist with application of fertilizers, pesticides, fungicides and herbicides. Work is performed in accordance with established safety rules and regulations.

• Uses various gas, electric and hand tools to perform daily tasks, including weed eaters, blowers, chain saws, shovels, rakes, bush axes, hoes, etc., but may operate commercial mowers and tractors on occasion. 
• Ensures tools, machinery and equipment are properly maintained; completes daily checks and preventative maintenance requirements, and schedules maintenance and repairs accordingly to ensure equipment remains in good working order.
• Performs fundamental preventive maintenance on mowers, weed eaters, edgers, hedge trimmers, blowers, etc. as needed.
• Performs varied landscaping duties, including mowing, weed eating, trimming shrubs and trees, seeding grass, and spreading lime and fertilizer, as well as applying herbicides, fungicides and pesticides for weeds and insects.
• Assists with manually cleaning catch basins and other drainage structures to remove obstructions, primarily during heavy rain events. 
• Assists building maintenance staff with fundamental tasks as needed, including setting up for the City’s special functions throughout the year. 
• Prepares daily logs and other reports to track performance and completed tasks
• Assists other departments and agencies as needed
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

• Knowledge of the standard methods, materials, equipment and principles used in landscaping, as well as turf and grounds maintenance, with specific regard to municipal right-of-ways and parcels/lots.
• Knowledge of the operational and preventative maintenance requirements for equipment and vehicles assigned to perform primary duties.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions involved in the operation of assigned equipment and performance of daily responsibilities.
• Knowledge of tools, materials and methods used in grounds maintenance work.
• Knowledge of the concepts and philosophy of teamwork and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Knowledge of street locations and the geographic layout of the City.
• Skill in the operation of equipment used in daily tasks.
• Skill in the use of basic hand, gas and or electric tools used in performance of duties. 
• Ability to perform strenuous manual work at a steady pace and under austere weather conditions.
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions, both oral and written.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other co-workers, supervisors and the general public. 
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to respond with courteous to citizens. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. The work may require specific physical characteristic and abilities such as heightened strength, mobility, dexterity and full range of motion. The following additional physical abilities are also required: climbing, crouching, kneeling, manual dexterity, hearing, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, stooping, talking, visual acuity and walking.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work is generally performed in inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposed to various hazards such as working in heavy traffic, chemicals, moving mechanical parts, oils, in close quarters, man holes, or trenches. Work is also subject to the final OSHA standards on blood borne pathogens. The work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental risks which require a range of safety and other precautions. Employees will be required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as masks, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, or shield.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• One (1) year of experience in maintenance work or related job duties.

 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License. 

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Possession of a NC Pesticide Applicator License with categories H and L. 

The City of Goldsboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. "Always looking for great teammates!”