Grounds Maintenance Technician II - Grounds Maintenance

Citrus County Board of County Commissioners; Florida; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading county organization seeks a Parks and Recreation Grounds Maintenance Technician II to execute landscaping and maintenance tasks while directing operations. The position requires a high school diploma, experience in grounds maintenance, and the ability to work flexible schedules. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and participation in the Florida Retirement System.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement System (FRS)

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Two years of grounds or turf maintenance experience required.
• Ability to maintain courteous relations with County staff and the public.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operates maintenance equipment and supervises field operations.
• Conducts general maintenance of park facilities and grounds.
• Implements beautification and safety initiatives across public spaces.

Skills

Physical strength

Agility

Stamina

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Landscaping equipment

Maintenance tools

Job description

The Parks and Recreation Grounds Maintenance Technician II performs skilled and semi-skilled work in landscaping, grounds maintenance, and park improvements across the County. This position functions as a lead worker, directing field operations and work crews with some procedural guidance, while exercising independent judgment on task execution under general supervision. Responsibilities include operation of maintenance equipment, facility upkeep, and execution of beautification and safety initiatives across public spaces.

The primary schedule for this full-time position is Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM.

• Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
• Direct field operations and provide guidance to less-experienced staff.
• Mow, trim, edge, and weed turf, green spaces, and medians.
• Apply fertilizers and maintain logs of chemical usage in compliance with regulations.
• Conduct general maintenance of park facilities, equipment, restrooms, and sports fields.
• Perform pond and irrigation system maintenance.
• Assist in litter control across parks, greenways, roads, and rights-of-way.
• Inspect and maintain amenities including piers, boat ramps, playgrounds, gazebos, walkways, and benches.
• Conduct minor repairs (e.g., fences, plumbing, carpentry) and building maintenance including painting and pressure washing.
• Perform tree maintenance including trimming and branch removal.
• Maintain accurate records including work orders and daily logs.
• Performs work duties during an on-call rotation for nights and weekend work.
• Support setup for events and emergency response initiatives as needed.
• Assist with disaster preparedness and recovery operations during natural or man-made emergencies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education, Training, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience in grounds or turf maintenance experience required, three (3) to five (5) years of experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Must have sufficient physical strength, agility, and stamina to perform assigned tasks in varying weather.
• Proficient in the use of landscaping and maintenance equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, and during emergencies.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registration

• Valid Florida Driver License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida.
• Florida Commercial Driver License (CDL), Class B, preferred.
• Must have or be able to obtain from the Florida Department of Agriculture, Pesticide Applications License (Core or Turf/Ornamental).
• Must successfully complete courses in turf grass maintenance or grounds maintenance after hire.
• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
  • IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS); and
  • IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires standing and walking most of the day.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 20 pounds.
• The job requires frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, balancing, twisting, reaching above shoulders, and occasional crawling, climbing, jumping, and throwing.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, operating foot controls/levers, driving automotive equipment, and working in darkness.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• The job may risk exposure to adverse weather, moving machinery, fumes and gases, electrical hazards, unprotected heights, and extreme noise.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.

Employee Benefits at a Glance: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Employee Health & Wellness Center, Florida Retirement System (FRS), Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000, Long Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 11 Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave.Please visit the Benefits tab of this posting for additional information and a link to the Employee Benefits Highlights booklet.

Basis of Rating:Some positions may require a written and/or skills test. Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess each individuals’ qualifications. Selected persons will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job. The kind and length of related work experience, training and education shown on the application will be an important consideration in the screening process.

Must successfully pass an employment reference check, criminal background check, physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.

Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.