Grounds Maintenance Worker-Main (Part-Time) (Grade 4)

Yuma County; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Yuma County is seeking a Grounds/Custodian worker to maintain Library grounds and facilities. Under supervision, you will cut grass, trim trees, plant and irrigate, perform cleanup, and operate equipment such as mowers and leaf blowers. A valid Arizona driver's license is required.

Responsibilities include pesticide application compliance, reporting repairs, and supporting custodial staff as needed. The role requires flexibility to work in varying weather and lift or move objects as part of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
• State pesticide applicator license within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds, mow, edge, trim trees and shrubs, and care for lawns.
• Operate equipment such as mowers, blowers, trimmers, and irrigation tools.
• Install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems and controls.
• Assist custodial staff and perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Custodial work

Pesticide application knowledge

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Arizona driver's license

Arizona pesticide applicator license (within 6 months)

Tools

Mowers

Leaf Blower

Sod Cutter

Chain Saw

Brush Trimmer

Sprinkler irrigation equipment

Pesticide application equipment

Job description

Job Summary

This position is advertised from the minimum to the maximum hourly rate. Salary will be determined based on education and experience at the time of offer.

Nature of Work

Under close supervision, performs work of routine difficulty in maintaining grounds, cleaning, custodial, and delivery duties. This position has department specific responsibility. (Illustrative Only) Responsible for cutting/edging grass, trimming trees and shrubs, and maintaining grounds; cleans and maintains exterior landscaping, sidewalks and parking areas of Library facilities; installs, maintains and repairs sprinklers and irrigation systems including pipes, valves and sprinkler heads to allow for proper watering of grounds and landscape plants; installs, maintains and repairs irrigation controls, timers, pump controls, flood-irrigation valves; operates powered equipment such as mowers, leaf blowers, sod cutters, chain-saws, and brush trimmers; applies pesticides for weed control and pest control (State-issued applicator license required); identifies and reports repair needs to Supervisor; makes minor repairs when appropriate; cleans and empties exterior trash bins; may sort and deliver supplies and materials; may assist custodial staff as needed; may paint and repair items as needed; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.

Experience and Education

High School Diploma or GED; AND one year of grounds, landscaping, and/or custodian work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license. Must obtain and maintain State of Arizona pesticide applicator license within six months of hire. Requires successful completion of a background check.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of: County policies and procedures; materials, methods, and practices used in cleaning and sanitizing buildings and grounds, and related custodial operations; occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Skill in: Maintaining safety standards; operating equipment and/or systems; following written and verbal instructions.

Ability to: Work in varying extreme weather conditions; lift, push, pull or carry objects; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers; stand and bend (30%); walk and stoop (20%); perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling. Generally, the job requires 30% bending, 20% walking, 20% stooping, and 30% standing. The job is performed under varying extreme weather conditions.

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