Job description

JOB
The Groundskeeper performs routine skilled work, performing maintenance on a large municipal park system and campground; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision of the Parks Maintenance Crew Supervisor. Must be able to work holidays and weekends as needed.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Performs and assists in general park maintenance including mowing, edging, pruning, trimming, spraying, watering, chemical treatment, planting and general care of grass, plants and trees; Operates tractors and various power equipment to mow and maintain parks and athletic fields; Weeds, mulches, prepares plant beds and plants flowers; Cleans and performs simple maintenance on equipment;Performs general custodial maintenance on grounds, facilities and restrooms, including sweeping, mopping, and painting;Assists with playground installation and maintenance;Assists in maintenance and repair of tennis courts;Assists in maintenance and repair of campground swimming pool;Cleans multiple parks and restroom facilities; Picks up litter and empties trash cans;Does general maintenance as required;Opens Oak Hollow Campground for daily operation, performing regular opening procedures on the grounds and in the office;Assists in campground office as needed, uses point of sale and computer reservation software;Assists park maintenance crews as needed;Must be able to work with limited supervisionEnsures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or GED equivalentOne (1) year experience in groundskeeping using the trade tools and equipmentNC Pesticide Applicator Certification, or willingness to obtain within first year of employmentValid North Carolina Driver’s LicensePreferred QualificationsCertified Pool Operator’s certification, or willingness to obtain within first year of employmentPhysical RequirementsHearing/Speaking - Expressing and/or receiving information by means of spoken word are both necessary to converse with internal and external customers including co-workers, citizens, and necessary to operate equipment safely and enforce safety regulations.Visual Abilities – the ability to perceive via eyesight is required for this position: Acuity, far – clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. Must be able to see people at a distance in order to monitor their activities in order to ensure their safety around equipment. Both eyes 20/25 – R 20/30 – L 20/30 correctedAcuity, near – clarity of vision at 20 inches or less. Must be able to see equipment and work aids at close range in order to operate them properly. Both eyes 20/25 correctedDepth perception – Three-dimensional vision and the ability to judge distance and space relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are. Necessary in order to properly operate equipment and monitor activities for regulation and safety. Depth perception – 4Field of Vision – the area that can be seen up and down or to the right or left while eyes are focused on one point. Must be able to see a wide span of area to cover grounds and observe people and their activities in order to enforce rules and regulations.Accommodation – Must be able to adjust the eye lens to glance quickly. This item is especially important when doing near-point work at varying distances from eye. Must be able to adjust eye lens to focus readily when glancing from near work (equipment operation, observer near at hand, etc.) to distance work (people walking around in vicinity of equipment) to monitor activities and ensure safety at all areas. Physical Strength – degree of physical demands typically associated with this position include: Medium to Heavy WorkExerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally; and/orExerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently; andA negligible amount of force constantly to handle or move materials related to the position.Work requires walking, standing, reaching, climbing, squatting, bending, and stooping, although worker does sit on occasions.Type of Physical DemandsReaching - Extending the hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.Handling - Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand(s).Fingering - Picking, pinching or otherwise working with fingers primarily rather than the entire hand or arm.Mental Activity/RequirementsReasoningAbility to apply principles of logical thinking to work tasks and practical situations and requests made by supervisor or members of the general public; to comprehend and respond to a variety of situations in an expedient manner. Good judgement is important because often the individual may be working in the absence of a supervisor.Mathematics AbilityUsing arithmetic and/or Statistics: Ability to apply fundamental concepts of arithmetic to arrive at accurate formulas for chemical and paint mixtures.Language AbilityThe ability to speak, read and write the English Language are required for this position.Environmental ConditionsPhysical SurroundingsThe Groundskeeper is subject to Outside Environmental Conditions: Exposed to the various weather conditions and temperatures. Combining the type of work performed with the various weather conditions, the worker should be one who can work outside in a hot or cold environment. The position is best suited for someone who doesn’t mind getting wet, dirty, and sweaty.HazardsThe Groundskeeper will be exposed to trash, garbage, grass, plants, and various chemicals, gas, oil, and debris. Work is subject to final standards of OSHA on bloodborne pathogens.Machinery/Tools/Work Aids/Other EquipmentItems which may be representative, but not all inclusive, of those commonly associated with this type of work: Push mowers, riding mowers, greens mower, weed-eaters, tractors, jack hammer, power hand tools, chainsaw, pruning saws and shears, dump truck, utility vehicle, hydraulic powered riding equipment, sand trap rakes, sprinklers, irrigation equipment, water hoses, buckets, backpack blowers, backpack pump sprayers, hedge trimmer, basic hand tools, and Personnel Resolution.DisclaimerThis job description may not be all-inclusive, as jobs evolve over time to meet the ever-changing needs of the City of High Point’s workforce. This job description is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment to any individual. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the City of High Point. Candidates selected for employment must pass a background screening as well as a pre-employment physical to ensure medical clearance to perform the essential functions of the job prior to receiving a full offer of employment.The City of High Point is an at-will employer and employees may be terminated or may terminate their employment at any time with or without reason for any reason not prohibited by law.

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