Laborer I - Building & Grounds

City of College Park; College Park (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a vibrant city environment where your skills in landscape management and equipment operation will shine. This role is perfect for those who enjoy hands-on work, maintaining parks, and ensuring the beauty of public spaces. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with a diverse community, making a tangible impact on the city's appearance and functionality. As part of a supportive team, you'll be involved in various tasks from mowing to event coordination, all while adhering to safety standards. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about outdoor work, this position is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the community's well-being.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate various lawn equipment and perform manual labor.
• Knowledge of safety rules and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscape management and perform landscaping duties.
• Operate grounds maintenance equipment and assist in event setup.

Skills

Lawn Equipment Operation

Landscape Management

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Manual Labor Skills

Safety Regulations Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

Hand Tools

Blowers

Weed Eaters

Job description

A successful candidate will play an active role in the City of College Park’s existing operational success. The purpose of the position is the participation of manicured mowing detail, detailed maintenance of parks, and general management of all street-scraping to create a serene environment within the City of College Park.

Independent judgment is required to identify, select and apply the most appropriate of available guidelines and procedures as well as interpret precedents. This position is responsible for hands-on labor and the ability to operate various kinds of lawn equipment. The position requires a detail-oriented person with a keen eye for detail and a basic understanding of Landscape Management practices.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the crew in duties and assignments.
• Maintain proper landscape management within the city.
• Landscaping duties around public buildings, parks, and right-of-ways.
• Labor work with the use of hand tools and various other tools.
• Operate blowers, weed eaters, hand tools, and other grounds maintenance equipment.
• Notify the supervisor of any needed equipment repair or maintenance.
• Some overtime and weekend work as needed.
• Lead and assist in event coordination and setup as requested.
• Assist other divisions as needed.
• Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that logically relate to the position.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of City and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations; CPR.
• Knowledge of the materials commonly used in construction, maintenance, and repair activities as related to assigned areas.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety standards and practices applicable to work being conducted.
• Skill in the operation, maintenance, and routine repair of equipment used in the Public Works Department, Building & Grounds Division, construction, and maintenance.
• Skill in performing various manual labor assignments as needed.
• Ability to perform general equipment/tool maintenance duties.
• Ability to interpret instructions and efficiently carry them out with general supervision.
• Ability to perform tasks involving heavy manual labor.
• Effective analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational, and time management skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse constituents.
• Attention to detail and adaptability to a changing environment is extremely important as well as dependability.
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, initiative, resourcefulness, and personal accountability.
• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling objects of average weight up to one hundred (100) pounds, standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day, climbing poles, bending, crouching, or stooping, and using tools and equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguishing between shades of color.
• Note: In compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA), those functions of the job which are identified as essential are required to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. Requests to facilitate the performance of essential functions will be given careful consideration.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Possession of a valid Driver's License issued by the State of Georgia.
• Experience in communicating with diverse communities, and in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, as well as knowledge and understanding of the organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures.
• Extensive hours and weekends will be required at times.
• Pre-employment screening is required: criminal background check and drug testing.