Facilities & Grounds Maintenance Worker

Job Description

Job Description

About us!

The Buildings and Grounds crew is responsible for the upkeep of city buildings and facilities, including regular maintenance, lawn care, pest control, and repairs among other duties.

Why you want to apply!

• City paid insurance premiums for the employee (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Class B CDL training and licensing 
• 15 Paid Holidays
• 6.16 hours of paid vacation leave accrued biweekly and increase with length of service
• 1.85 hours of paid sick leave accrued biweekly
• 40 hours paid family leave upon hire
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability)
• Free Legends Rec-Plex membership
• Overtime (as needed)
• Lagers retirement with employer match
• Nationwide retirement with employer match
• Discounts for local restaurants
• Plus, so much more...

What you would do!

• Work Monday through Friday from 6:30am to 3:00pm.
• Mow grass and maintain lawns and landscaped areas throughout City properties
• Operates weed-eaters and edging equipment along sidewalks, fences, and buildings
• Performs general grounds maintenance, including trimming, debris removal, and litter pickup
• Assists with basic maintenance and repair tasks as assigned
• Loads and unloads materials, tools, and equipment
• Maintains equipment and reports maintenance needs as necessary
• Utilizes appropriate safety equipment and procedures
• Assists with other building and grounds duties as assigned

What we're looking for!

Experience, Education, and Training

• This is an entry-level position
• Previous experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, mowing, or general labor is preferred but not required

Requirements

• Must be able to work outdoors in heat and varying weather conditions
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing and background check
• Some assignments may require the incumbent to possess a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License
• Must be able to follow safety guidelines and wear appropriate safety equipment
• Subject to working occasional adjusted hours as needed

Abilities

• Operate mowing equipment, weed-eaters, trimmers, and other hand and power tools
• Utilize appropriate safety equipment and follow safety procedures and precautions when carrying out essential functions
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Communicate effectively verbally
• Deal effectively and courteously with associates and the general public
• Effectively welcome and embrace differences among employees and citizens
• Perform effectively as a member of a team in carrying out the City’s stated mission and philosophy
• Present an overall professional image
• Perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of self or others