Mechanic II - Landscape Services

Landscape Services Position

Performs and assists with the care and maintenance programs for all the Landscape Services department's crafts including but not limited to landscaping, asphalt repair, graffiti removal, playground repair, pressure washing, small engine repair, chemical treatment, etc. This position reports to the Grounds Supervisor.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performs and assists with the care and maintenance programs for all the Landscape Services department's crafts including but not limited to landscaping, asphalt repair, graffiti removal, playground repair, pressure washing, small engine repair, chemical treatment, etc.
• Assumes responsibility for all tools and materials. Operates different equipment relevant to repairs, installations, and preventative maintenance including but not limited to mowers, blowers, edgers, weed eaters, hand tools, power tools, ladders, tractors, etc.
• Drives district vehicle to work sites as needed to perform work throughout the district; maintains proper parts PPE and inventory on the district vehicle to meet assigned maintenance work orders; restocks supplies and tools in vehicle; performs daily vehicle safety check.
• All other duties and training, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services to support district initiatives.

Key job requirements include:

• High School diploma or GED certificate required.
• Landscaping experience preferred.
• Valid Georgia driver's license required; CDL preferred; trade/technical license or certification preferred.
• Independent judgement is necessary; other decisions and recommendations made under the guidance of Landscape Services Supervisor.
• Requires regular contact with internal and external stakeholders and decision-making responsibility to discuss issues of importance.
• Requires some managerial skills.
• Knowledge preferred in processing paperwork electronically utilizing Word, Excel, and Outlook, Gmail, Google Docs, Incident IQ, etc.
• Responsibility for the Welfare of Others: Constant (Daily) - to exercise the duty of care and protection of the health, safety, security, welfare, well-being, and best interests of the district's various stakeholders.
• Variable work environment all district buildings and grounds; subjected to a wide range of weather conditions and temperatures.
• May be on call after normal work hours (24 hours a day, seven days a week) and in emergency situations; may be required to assist other Facilities departments as requested.
• Must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds frequently and one hundred (100) pounds occasionally; must wear appropriate personal protective equipment when required.
• Walking, standing, kneeling, driving for eight (8) hours per day; must be able to climb a thirty (30) foot ladder and negotiate stairs.
• Before being extended an offer of employment, selected candidates will be notified by the district to undergo the required physical examination for this position.

Note: This is a Grade 18, 225-day position with a salary range of $33,820 - $50,747. Final salary placement within this range is determined based on individual credentials, years of relevant experience, and the guidelines outlined in the CCPS Compensation Handbook.

Clayton County Public Schools