Grounds & Irrigation Technician — 4-Day Week, Onsite

Jefferson County; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Retirement matching

Tuition reimbursement

40 hours PTO starter

Job summary

Jefferson County seeks a Ground Technician in Colorado to maintain county properties, direct ground crews, and oversee plantings, irrigation, erosion control, and storm water infrastructure. The role requires a valid driver's license, and the work is onsite with a four-day schedule.

You will perform integrated pest management, keep pesticide records per regulations, and respond to emergencies, including snow removal, around the clock as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certificate.
• Experience: 1 year of work-related experience.
• Certifications/Licenses: Valid Driver’s License; CO license within 30 days if out of state.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Participate in projects to improve County grounds; plant/trim trees and shrubs; maintain records.
• Install/repair irrigation systems; operate and maintain mowing equipment.
• Record pesticide applications to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Respond to emergencies including snow removal; report within one hour.
• Direct tasks of grounds workers and supervise as needed.
• Maintain storm water infrastructure and erosion controls.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Strong written verbal comms

Time management

CDA pesticide license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Jefferson County seeks a Ground Technician in Colorado to maintain county properties, direct ground crews, and oversee plantings, irrigation, erosion control, and storm water infrastructure. The role requires a valid driver's license, and the work is onsite with a four-day schedule.

You will perform integrated pest management, keep pesticide records per regulations, and respond to emergencies, including snow removal, around the clock as needed.