Grounds Technician

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

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:

11/24/26

Division:

Facilities Management Division

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefit Eligibility:

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

The Ground Technician is responsible for performing the maintenance of county owned properties. Direct the activities of ground worker crews, ensuring adherence to established policies. Perform upkeep of plants and landscaping. Maintain irrigation functions. Operate and maintain grounds keeping and maintenance equipment. Perform vegetation and erosion control. Perform integrated pest management. Keep records of pesticide use per regulation. Maintain and construct storm water infrastructure. Monitor the progress of subcontractors.

SCHEDULE:

This is a full-time, standard position that operates on a four-day work week (Monday-Thursday) from 6:00AM-4:30PM.

This position requires onsite work to be performed.

COMPENSATION:

Hiring Range: $25.00 - $28.00 USD Annual

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.

BENEFITS:

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires ; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement and more. For more information, here for our Total Rewards summary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• P articipate in projects to improve County grounds. Plant and trim trees and shrubs. Remove undesirable trees and shrubs and maintain records of work performed for evaluation. Perform integrated pest management. Record pesticide applications to ensure regulatory compliance. Install and repair irrigation and sprinkler systems and adjust irrigation schedules. Operate tractors to plow snow, mow, seed, fertilize, apply pesticides, weed control, and prepare grounds for construction. Maintain and repair equipment. Remove debris, snow, weeds, and litter. Install erosion and sediment control devices. Maintain and construct storm water infrastructure.
• Maintain and operate large walk-behind and riding mowers, trimmers, and other gas-powered equipment.
• Maintain records as required by regulations. Perform and report backflow prevention assembly tests as required by regulations. Assign and direct tasks of grounds workers. Resolve problems of non-routine situations. Respond to emergency situations.
• Perform integrated pest management. Record pesticide applications and use to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Respond to emergency situations and snow removal operations 24 hours a day seven days a week. Must report to assigned shop within one hour of being called.
• Responsible for assisting with the basic development and training of fellow employees.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and otherunderrepresentedand historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting.If you are reading this and hesitating to click“apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it!A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as workexperience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certificate
• Experience: One (1) year of work-related experience
• Certifications/Licenses: Valid Driver’s License for 2 consecutive years prior to hire date. If from out of state, must obtain a Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of hire.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, except where specific qualifications are required for the position.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Love of the outdoors
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Time management and prioritization skills
• Mustpossess a Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) Commercial Applicator pesticide license within 12 months of employment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Driver’s License: Positions that require driving on County business in either a county or personal vehicle require a valid Colorado’s driver’s license within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
• Pre-Employment Screening: Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions.
• Accommodations Statement : We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact [e-mail]. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.
• Jefferson County adheres to all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, including FMCSA rule 391.11 (b) (2): Can read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.

Education:

GED, High School Diploma

Experience:

Work Experience: Minimum 1 year

Certifications:

Driver’s License - Driver’s License - Any State

Languages:

Category:

Maintenance & Trades