Location: Facility Services & Support
Job Title: Grounds Team Lead

Created: 06/2023
Review/Revision Date: 06/2023, 4/2024

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

the County.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Employees in this class are responsible for maintaining municipal grounds, landscaping, meeting room set-
ups, flags, office moves and election set-ups. Work includes general landscape maintenance, and related
maintenance and repairs at County grounds and buildings. Work involves leading the grounds staff, and
overseeing grounds staff during the absence of the Field Manager. Work also involves operating tractor and
mowers to cut grass, installation of new plants, and maintenance of plants and landscaping, trimming,
judgment and initiative are required. Work subjects the employee to inside and outside environmental
conditions, noise, vibration, hazards associated with maintenance work, and fumes, odors, dust, mists and
oils. Duties may result in exposure to human body fluids and thus the work is subject to the OSHA
requirements on blood borne pathogens. Responsible for leading work crew daily; assigning work and
limited supervision and is evaluated through observation of facilities, discussion, public acceptance, work
order completion and department head approval. Serves as lead to the on-site municipal grounds staff. Must
work closely with the Operations Manager. Reports to Field Manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND TASKS

purchases supplies within spending limits; participates and leads in grounds related projects for all County
grounds.

Leads full-time municipal grounds staff and part-time staff to complete maintenance and/or repair projects in
timely manner following safety standards; monitors and reviews work in progress and ensures work is
completed safety and on time.

Leads Election set-ups and set-ups in various County departments.

Leads pick-up and placement of County surplus property, working with Purchasing department staff.

Leads repairs on equipment (in-house or contracted) such as mowers, tractor, tillers and weed-eaters;
replaces bearings and changes blades and tires on mowers; changes shaft, plugs and heads on weed-eaters.

and spreads seed and lime; applies mulch.

Plans, purchases and installs new landscaping materials; installs annuals and perennials; chooses and
arranges plantings for optimum value, minimum maintenance, and lasting quality.

Removes snow, ice, and other weather-related hazards, as required.

Licensed to spray chemicals and/or pesticides in landscape work.

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES

RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION GUIDELINES

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment utilized in grounds maintenance, and
landscaping,

Considerable knowledge in the selection of plants, grass, and trees used for landscaping, and grounds
maintenance.

Considerable knowledge in landscaping best practices, lawn care and shrubbery maintenance.

Working knowledge of the work hazards, related liabilities, and applicable safety standards (Occupational
Safety and Health Act) and County standards.

Working knowledge of County purchasing, budgeting and personnel policies and procedures.

Knowledge of ornamental and turf pest management, invasive species, and fire ants.

Skill in the operation of assigned equipment and tools, tractors, riding mowers, chain saws, etc.

Basic knowledge in plumbing, carpentry and electrical trades.

Ability to serve as lead worker to create a productive work team and ensure work is completed correctly and
safely.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with part time workers, co-workers,
supervisor, and citizens.

Ability to prepare and maintain records of work activities.

Ability to solve problems related to weather related scheduling and facilities impact, and other work issues
with recognition of customer service priorities.

DESIRABLE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from High School and considerable related experience supplemented by training in landscaping
horticulture, and building and grounds maintenance, and leadership; or an equivalent combination of
education and experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid North Carolina Commercial Driver's License.

Possession of Pesticide Applicators License.

Responsible for lowering and raising flags at County Municipal buildings and parks. Also, replacement of
flags and maintaining flag poles.

Responsible for leading Surplus property alongside Purchasing; storage, delivery, meeting citizens to view
property.

Responsible for leading projects associated with the Board of Elections to help with moving voting precincts
directed by Elections supervisor.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Please briefly summarize the Physical Requirements of this position:

kneeling, standing, crouching, crawling, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking,
hearing, and repetitive motions.

excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Must possess the visual acuity to operate equipment and motor vehicles, to prepare written records and

Required to work outside through all seasons and weather conditions, heavy lifting, furniture moving, working on
steep

slopes, roofs, and use of different tools. This job handles pesticides, fertilizers and cleaners.