Grounds Maintenance Worker

City-of-Concor; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

City-of-Concor is seeking a grounds maintenance worker to perform landscaping, site setup for events, and general grounds care under the Ground Crew Supervisor.

This role involves physical work, operation of hand tools and equipment, and responsibilities including various maintenance tasks. A valid NC driver’s license is required, and familiarity with pesticide application is preferred. The position is on-site within Concord, NC, with outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of machinery and hand tools; pesticide application; ball field maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Performs landscaping as set by the Ground Crew Supervisor.
• Performs general maintenance on grounds.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment as needed.
• Provides customer service such as setting up sites for events, moving files and furniture, hauling equipment.

Skills

Machinery operation

Hand tools

Pesticide application

Ball field maintenance

Tools

Pesticide application equipment

Job description

The purpose of this position is to perform grounds maintenance, landscaping, and other duties as required by the Department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs landscaping as set by the Ground Crew Supervisor.
• Performs general maintenance on grounds.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment as needed.
• Provides customer service as directed such as setting up sites for events, moving large quantities of files, office furniture and hauling equipment.

Supplemental Functions:

• Performs other similar duties as required.

Job Specifications and Qualifications:

Knowledge:

• Machinery and hand tools of the trade;
• Pesticide application;
• Ball field maintenance.

Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License;

Preferred Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License;
• North Carolina Pesticide License.

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Positions in this class require: standing, walking, lifting, carrying, sitting, reaching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, climbing, vision, foot controls, balancing, bending, hearing, twisting, and talking.

• Heavy Work: Exerting 50 - 100 pounds occasionally, 25 -50 pounds frequently, or from 10 up to 20 pounds constantly.

• Incumbents may be subjected to extreme temperature, wetness and/or humidity, respiratory hazards, noise and vibrations, and physical hazards.