Groundskeeper of Lake Murray and Riverside Water Plants

West Columbia, City of (SC); South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

City of West Columbia is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain the grounds at the Lake Murray Water Treatment Facility, Riverside Water Treatment Facility, Distribution Storage, and Lift Station sites. Hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Under supervision, perform mowing, weed eating, edging, pruning, and general grounds maintenance using lawn mowers, weed eaters, blowers and hand tools. Requires a valid SC driver’s license and two years of groundskeeping experience.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in groundskeeping.
• Valid South Carolina driver's license.
• Vocational/technical training in operating small engines and trucks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds at Lake Murray and Riverside Water Treatment Facilities and surrounding sites.
• Mow grass, weed eat, edge curbs, prune shrubbery and perform general cleanup.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment; report safety issues and needs for supplies.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Education

Vocational/technical training in operating small engines & driving trucks

Tools

Lawn mower

Weed eater

Blower

Shovel

Pressure washer

Job description

GROUNDSKEEPER - LAKE MURRAY AND RIVERSIDE WATER PLANTS

Position hours:7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Under limited supervision, performs a variety of administrative duties related to the maintenance of the grounds at the Lake Murray Water Treatment Facility, Riverside Water Treatment Facility, Distribution Storage, and Lift Station sites are kept clean and neat. Reports to the Maintenance Superintendent.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Oversees the maintaining of work area and grounds at utility sites are in a clean, neat condition.
• Ensure roadways entering and exiting utility sites are clear from debris.
• Performs general building maintenance and groundskeeping duties to keep the grounds around the utility sites neat and clean. Duties include cleaning the building, mowing grass, weed eating, edging curbs, pulling weeds, pruning shrubbery. Utilizes such equipment and tools as lawn mower, weed-eater, blower, shovel, pressure water, etc.
• Plant, trim, water, fertilize, dig and rake utility sites.
• Maintains an adequate supply of chemicals and other supplies such as herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers. Orders items as needed.
• Monitor and report any pest problems to management.
• Operate and maintain hand tools, power tools and heavy equipment.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment.
• Adheres to safety procedures.

ADDITONAL JOB FUCTIONS

• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Vocational/technical school training/education in operating small engines and driving trucks, and at least two years of experience working in grounds keeping; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. Must possess a valid SC driver's license.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED

TO PERFORM JOB FUNCTIONS

Physical Requirements

Must be physically able to operate various types of trucks as well as a variety of types of equipment including mechanic's tools, lawn mowers, weed eater, blower, rake, shovel, etc. Must be physically able to exert up to thirty pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Physical demands are in excess of sedentary work; position requires constant standing, walking, reaching, stooping, crouching, and climbing. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of approximately sixty (60) pounds.

Data Conception

Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.

Interpersonal Communication

Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes the giving of assignments/instructions to subordinates. Includes the receiving of information and instructions from supervisor.

Language Ability

Requires the ability to read and understand a variety of documents, reports, and manuals. Requires the ability to interact with supervisor, co-workers, other departmental personnel, etc. with poise, voice control, and confidence.

Intelligence

Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems such as mechanics, equipment operations, personnel, etc., in order to solve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.

Verbal Aptitude

Requires the ability to record and deliver information and to follow verbal and written instructions.

Numerical Aptitude

Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers; determine percentages and utilize decimals; and determine time and weight.

Form/Spatial Aptitude

Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape.

Motor Coordination

Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using various types of equipment. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.

Manual Dexterity

Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have high levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Discrimination

Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.

Interpersonal Temperament

Requires the ability to deal with people beyond receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency.

Physical Communication

Requires the ability to talk and/or hear (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear.)

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Knowledge of Job

Has knowledge of departmental safety rules and procedures and is able to follow same. Is able to learn and apply new ideas, concepts, techniques, etc. Is able to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Has the ability to drive and maintain trucks and utilize various types of equipment in performing general groundskeeping duties as required. Is willing and able to perform work under various adverse weather conditions. Is able to maintain logs, reports, etc., in a neat and accurate manner. Is able to communicate effectively with supervisor, subordinates, other departmental personnel, sales reps, etc. Knows how to make minor repairs and/or adjustments to equipment. Has the ability to use independent judgment in routine as well as occasional non-routine situations. Has good technical, organizational, and supervisory skills.

Quality of Work

Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interaction with all City departments and divisions, co-workers and the public.

Quantity of Work

Performs described "Specific Duties and Responsibilities" and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce quantity of work which consistently meets standards and expectations of the City.

Dependability

Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work. Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, City policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Remains accountable to assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.

Attendance: Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to City policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time-off requests.

Initiative and Enthusiasm

Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be done and initiates proper and acceptable direction for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.

Judgement

Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies problems or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice where appropriate and researches problems, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.

Cooperation

Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with City policy or procedures, etc. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation between all staff persons and departments within the City.

Relationships with Others

Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors and staff for mutual and City benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all City employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships with department employees, staffers and managers in other departments, representatives from organizations, and the public so as to maintain good will toward the City and to project a good City image. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints from other departments and persons in order to maintain good will within the City. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image within the City. Interacts effectively with higher management, City Administrator, professionals and the public.

Coordination of Work

Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends required meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.

Safety and Housekeeping

Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the City and various regulatory agencies. Sees that the standards are not violated. Maintains a clean and orderly workplace.