Grounds Maintenance & Landscaping worker

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance (~70%)

• Maintain lawns, garden beds, trees, and shrubs, including mowing, trimming, edging, and pruning.
• Manage weeds and bark/mulch areas.
• Perform seasonal cleanups such as leaf removal, debris clearing, and storm-related cleanup.
• Maintain walkways, playgrounds, and outdoor common areas.
• Identify and report irrigation, drainage, or safety issues.
• Support snow/ice removal as needed.
• Safely operate Agency vehicles including towing small trailers.
• Safely operate zero turn mower and other landscaping power tools.
• Assist the coordination of small water systems, where applicable
• Collaborate with employees, vendors, contractors, and community partners on projects related to facilities and maintenance
• Demonstrate current health and safety practices during all projects and work-related tasks

Facility Maintenance & Repairs (~30%)

• Perform basic carpentry, drywall patching, painting, and minor repairs
• Repair or replace hardware, fixtures, shelving, and fencing.
• Assist with simple plumbing and electrical tasks within skill and code limits.
• Assemble and install equipment or furnishings.
• Respond to routine maintenance requests and assist with preventive maintenance activities.
• Maintain organized, safe workspaces and equipment.
• Move office and classroom furniture and equipment as needed.
• Participate in operations and all Agency meetings as required.
• Support Agency events with event set-up and tear down.

ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS:

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Positively interact with children, families, staff, and community members from various culture, race, family structure, gender, age, sexuality, ability, religious, and socio-economic backgrounds. With awareness of own biases, perform work in a manner that is inclusive of all participants.

Supportive Supervision: Actively participate in relationship-based supportive supervision through reflective practices.

Code of Conduct: Perform all work in compliance with the Clackamas County Children’s Commission Code of Conduct.

Confidentiality: Respect and maintain confidentiality of information regarding enrolled children and families, personnel issues, and other program operations as appropriate.

Training: In consultation with supervisor, develop professional work goals and training plan. Participate in training as requested.

Program Participation and Team Member:

• Arrive to work on time; punctually attend and actively participate in all required activities, meetings, and trainings
• Be a respectful, cooperative, and reliable team member and participant in program activities
• Project a professional work image, both in dress and manner
• Be familiar with, and adhere to, position-related policies and procedures as well as the program’s overarching objectives
• Follow Agency policy/procedures for reporting and documenting suspected child abuse and/or neglect

Our Commitment to Equity & Inclusion

Because our vision is for a community in which ALL children have the best possible opportunity to succeed, we seek to confront racism, discrimination, and prejudice in all forms.

• We continue to educate ourselves so that we may effectively engage in conversations and actions that lead to real change.
• We remain committed to listening to one another, intending first to understand.
• We work to ensure that our leadership, staff, and culture reflect the diverse needs of the children and families that we serve.
• We continue to solicit feedback and ensure accountability at all levels, believing these are critical elements for cultivating an environment of equity, inclusion, and respect.

We have much to learn and much to do, desiring to be part of the solutions that will lead to safety, social justice, and a better, kinder world.

Education and Experience:

High School diploma/GED or Equivalent, or ability to obtain GED within 18 months

Competent in the use of basic landscaping, construction and maintenance tools

Minimum one year of landscaping and/or handyperson experience is preferred

Skills and Abilities:

Strong knowledge and skills in landscaping duties, repair and maintenance of such equipment used. Minor handyperson knowledge, to include some minor plumbing and electrical abilities, is a plus

Ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with co-workers, vendors, clients, and the relevant community

Ability to possess and operate a computer and work cell phone for communication, project management, data entry, research, information retrieval, and timekeeping

Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and personal automobile insurance

Ability to safely and responsibly operate Agency vehicles

Ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record that is acceptable to the Agency’s insurance company

Ability to positively interact with children, families, staff, and vendors from various cultures, race, family structure, gender, age, sexuality, ability, religious, and socio-economic backgrounds.

Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team

Ability to work independently and maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality

Maintain compliance with State of Oregon Criminal Background Registry

Maintain current Pediatric/Adult First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Ability to pass a health and drug screen

In order to best protect children, families, and staff from COVID-19 we require COVID -19 vaccination and booster for all staff, with exemptions for medical or religious reasons.

Physical Requirements:

Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and a physical, which will test for:

Ability to, without assistance, consistently lift, push, pull, or carry items up to 75 pounds

Ability to, along with assistance, occasionally move items over 75 pounds; seldomly moving any items over 100 pounds

Ability to crouch, bend, kneel, sit, stand, twist, and reach

This position entails:

Movement throughout multiple work locations in different buildings. Will need to be able to travel to a city or town other than assigned office at headquarters

Stand or sit at a workstation frequently during each shift

Regular crouching, bending, kneeling, standing, twisting, reaching, climbing, work from ladders at various heights, and operate a variety of hand and power tools. Occasionally work in confined spaces or under other adverse conditions. Be prepared to respond quickly to emergencies and complete work under pressure often to meet critical time frames and deadlines

Regular work in outdoor settings and in inclement weather.

Push or pull a cart or hand truck. Attach and operate trailer of work truck