GROUNDS OPERATOR I

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB:

Maintains City’s Parks, Grounds and Right of Ways in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.  Duties include: operating light equipment, and operating mowing equipment. Must be available to work overtime and be “On Call” as assigned by supervisor.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports to Crew Leader.
• This is a non-supervisory position.
• Has contact with other employees in other departments and has daily contact with the public.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: This is a description of the way this job is currently performed; there is potential for accommodation.

• Operates light equipment such as riding mower/shredder, skid steer loader, chain saw, weed trimmer, or truck as required or instructed;
• Cleans restrooms, park grounds, and other city owned properties picking up trash, empty cans, inspect areas for damage/vandalism. Repairs playground structures and trails;
• Services and performs other routine inspections to ensure equipment is in proper working condition;
• Assist in trouble shooting and performing skilled repairs;
• Assist in the set-up of traffic control devices, as necessary;
• Provides quality customer service to city staff, the public, and all other work contacts; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned and works with Street/Grounds Maintenance and Water Department as directed.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Grounds maintenance procedures preferred and  
• First aid and CPR procedures.

Ability to:

• Operate mowers, tractors, shredders, trimmers, chain saws;
• Move 50 pounds, occasionally  move 100 pounds,
• Understand written and verbal instruction;
• Work safely, effectively, and productively with others;
• Read and comprehend operation and safety manuals, signs, maps, office memos, labels, blueprints, etc.;
• Take notes, messages and fill out work orders;
• Perform calculations for volume, capacity, and area; and
• Assess problems and make prompt, reliable repairs and determine safe solutions.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• High school graduate, or its equivalent. 
• Some experience in grounds maintenance and operating grounds machinery preferred.
• Or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Class C driver license issued by the State of Texas required and have a driving record that meets current city insurance liability requirements.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Required to work weekends and holidays.
• Required to be on call for after hour emergencies.
• Required to work hours other than 8:00 – 5:00.
• Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment.

Salary : $19 - $23