Tradesworker I - Animal Services

Indian River County Board of County Commissioners; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian River County is seeking a Maintenance Worker to support the Animal Services Facility and Grounds under the supervision of the Animal Services Manager. The role encompasses landscape upkeep, HVAC-related tasks, equipment operation, janitorial duties, and event/ emergency support.

Requires a high school diploma or GED plus 3 years of related experience; valid Florida driver’s license; ability to lift up to 100 pounds and work nights, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 3 years related work experience.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of landscape maintenance procedures, safety measures, and equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Perform general landscape duties (mowing, trimming, planting) and maintain grounds.
• Operate small and light equipment (mowers, pruning tools) and use hand/power tools.
• Assist in HVAC repairs and control adjustments for facility comfort.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and transport equipment as needed.
• Assist with janitorial duties including cleaning restrooms and common areas.
• Assist with events and natural disaster readiness/cleanup as required.
• Maintain records and reports of maintenance activities and supplies.

Skills

Landscape maintenance

HVAC maintenance

Equipment operation

Janitorial duties

Event support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Works under the direct supervision of the Animal Services Manager. Performs a variety of working level, semi-skilled duties related to the maintenance, upkeep, construction, installation, and repair of Animal Services Facility and Grounds.

• Perform general landscape duties such as mowing, trimming, grooming, planting trees, and other plants in new and/or existing landscaped areas.
• Maintaining grounds by pruning and removing debris from sidewalks, parking lots, planters, and other grounds features.
• Operate small and light equipment to include but not limited to various types of mowers, sod cutters, chain saws, pruning equipment and various hand tools.
• Works with hand tools and power tools to perform various maintenance duties.
• Uses computer program and adjusts HVAC controls to maintain proper temperatures.
• Repairs and maintains HVAC systems.
• Ability to operate trucks, tractors and other maintenance equipment.
• Assist in the preparation and clean-up of special events and natural disasters.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment; transport equipment to be serviced; assist with repairs as needed.
• Assist with janitorial duties including, but not limited to cleaning restrooms, removing garbage, litter, and debris.
• Cleans windows and floors with equipment such as squeegees and floor scrubbing machines.
• Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. (painting, repairing drywall, pressure washes, etc.)
• Orders supplies and materials as needed for repairs and maintenance.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays as needed due to workload.

These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or G.E.D. supplemented by (3) three years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of formal education and related work experience.

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations:

• Valid Florida Driver’s License
• Prefer license for a skilled trade but not needed to qualify for position.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

Knowledge of general landscape and lawn maintenance procedures.

Knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance of facility and the maintenance and repair of related equipment.

Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures for tree trimming and those to be followed in generating power driven tools and equipment.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records and reports.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, County officials and the public.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments and may involve exposure to heat, humidity, rain, noise, dust, and other environmental conditions. The position requires adherence to safety procedures and the use of protective equipment. Duties are physically demanding and may include walking, bending, and occasionally lifting or carrying objects up to 100 pounds.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

County employees are essential in providing services to our community and continuing services following a disaster or emergency. To maintain services during and/or following a disaster or emergency, and as a requirement of County employment, County employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. ________initial.