Grounds Maintenance Worker - Facilities & Services

NOTICE TO APPLICANT
This position will close at 12:00AM MST on the End Date.

You must ensure your application reflects the correct and current information for your work experience, hours worked per week per position, education, personal information, etc.

Only the information provided on this application is evaluated when determining compensation.

Job Description

PURPOSE SUMMARY.

Under general supervision of the assigned supervisor, apply knowledge and skills to perform various tasks related to a variety of semi-skilled grounds maintenance work to achieve a pleasant and functional outdoor environment for the Doña Ana County facilities, community centers, parks, volunteer fire departments and fairgrounds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES.


* Perform all grounds maintenance, mow grass, spray and cut weeds, grade property and build walkways; lay sod and perform landscaping including plant, tree, and shrub planting, pruning, watering, trimming, and edging; weeds areas and use spray tools and equipmen t.


* Monitor conditions of grounds and pick up trash on all county-owned or leased properties; remove or paint over graffiti, clean and maintain restrooms.


* Empty trash and paint the exterior of buildings, parking lots, and various exterior fixtures; perform clean up prior to and following major events .


* Assist in the maintenance and repair of athletic fields (baseball, softball, soccer, etc.) repair bleachers, backstops, fencing, and playground equipment .


* Install maintain, and repair sprinkler systems, monitor revolving sprinklers to ensure uniform distribution of water, observe and listen to sprinkler valves to detect malfunctions, and repair or replace parts .


* Troubleshoot and repair water lines, booster pumps, valves, heads, and lateral and main lines; install, maintain, and repair drinking fountains.


* Perform basic carpentry, plumbing repairs, and basic welding work; handle chemicals and compounds associated with grounds maintenance, i.e.

fertilize and apply pesticides to grass, trees, and shrub s.


* Purchase various parts and complete work orders regarding activities; maintain and may do minor repairs to motorized equipment.


* Periodic safety training will be available to meet OSHA requirements and Doña Ana County policies.


* Use County supplied purchase orders to procure hardware and other expendable items.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES.

Other duties may be assigned.

Shall be required to work weekends, holidays, non-scheduled working hours, flex time upon approval as needed, shift work, and competing demands.

As needed, and at the direction of Facilities and Parks Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, may assist in the delivery of sandbags to distribution locations.

QUALIFICATIONS.

A.

Education.

High school diploma or GED preferred.

B.

Experience.

One (1) year full-time grounds maintenance experience.

C.

Education/Experience substitution.

In accordance with County Policy.

D.

Licenses/Certifications.

Valid unr...