Parks & Grounds Maintenance Tech I

Citrus County Board of County Commissioner; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Citrus County Board of County Commissioners is seeking a Full-time Grounds Maintenance Technician I. The role involves mowing and landscaping, pond and park upkeep, equipment maintenance, and operating county vehicles.

You will travel around Citrus County with a typical schedule 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with flexibility for evenings and weekends as needed. Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of groundskeeping experience, a valid Florida Driver License, ability to lift up to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience in groundskeeping, parks maintenance, landscaping, or turf maintenance.
• Valid Florida Driver License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida.
• Sufficient physical strength, agility, and stamina for tasks in varying weather.
• Proficient in use of landscaping and maintenance equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, and during emergencies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain courteous relations with County staff and the public.
• Must obtain FEMA NIMS certifications IS-100.c and IS-700.b within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Mows, trims, edges, and weeds turf and green spaces.
• Drives and operates county vehicle or equipment and follows safety policies.
• Maintains logs of products and chemicals used.
• Assists with pond maintenance, irrigation and landscaping.
• Perform minor carpentry and plumbing tasks as needed.
• Assists with disaster preparedness and emergency response.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexible hours including nights/week-?

Safety awareness

Ability to work in varying weather

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year groundskeeping/landscaping experience

Tools

Landscaping equipment and hand tools

Job description

Citrus County Board of County Commissioners is seeking a Full-time Grounds Maintenance Technician I. The role involves mowing and landscaping, pond and park upkeep, equipment maintenance, and operating county vehicles.

You will travel around Citrus County with a typical schedule 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with flexibility for evenings and weekends as needed. Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of groundskeeping experience, a valid Florida Driver License, ability to lift up to