GROUNDSKEEPER

Groundskeeper

The Groundskeeper performs unskilled and semi-skilled routine grounds keeping and general laboring tasks for the care, maintenance, and repair of grounds, landscape, sidewalks, walkways, ramps, etc.; duties may include watering, fertilizing, cultivating, and trimming shrubs, hedges, flowers, and trees.

Set out and plant trees, shrubs, flowers and bulbs throughout the Gila River Indian Community using shovels and gardening equipment according to planting schedule.

Water, fertilize and cultivate lawns, flowers, shrubs and trees; mow and edge lawns; lubricate, adjust and make minor repairs on small-motorized equipment; install, repair and maintain underground sprinkler systems.

Police GRIC grounds to keep them neat and free of litter and debris using collection bags while performing job duties; report and clean any graffiti on departmental buildings or property.

Schedule required grounds maintenance to maintain neat and clean public areas using grounds keeping tools and knowledge of plant maintenance and growth.

Apply insecticides and herbicides to trees, shrubs, flowers and bulbs to maintain healthy plants using planting cycles and seasonal pest problems as a guide.

Drive trucks (small and large) to transport lawn care equipment and supplies to and from the job site and to dispose of trash and debris using proper and safe driving skills.

Maintain accurate records regarding the use of herbicide and pest control substances for tracking and reporting procedures using manual documentation systems.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of standard methods, practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in developing and maintaining lawn and other landscaped areas.