Grounds Maintenance Worker

The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department (PRCR) mission is:

"Together we connect and enrich our community through exceptional

experiences."

The PRCR Department plays a leading role in the quality of life and character of the Capital City. With nearly 10,000 acres of land, 220 parks, and 120 miles of greenway trails, the Department provides a wide range of facilities, amenities, and programs that support the social, cultural, mental and physical well-being of citizens. The Department is guided by a comprehensive 20-year System Plan that identifies the overall vision of Bringing People to Parks and Parks to People. The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department is seeking candidates that align with the City's values, is team-oriented and a leader with passion and vision for parks and serving the community.

The Grounds Maintenance Worker will be assigned to parks maintenance District 2, which is a 7-member team consisting of three maintenance workers, one equipment operator, a senior maintenance technician, one gardener, and a crew supervisor. The objective of the district crew maintenance worker is to provide outstanding customer service maintaining the District 2 parks with high standards for quality and safety.

• Mowing, edging, blowing, trimming, mulching, debris pickup, and leaf removal.

• Weeding by hand or tools, installing and watering plants, pruning trees and shrubs.

• Operates machinery, including a zero-turn mower, stand on mower, tractor, string trimmer edger, saw, pruners, & backpack blower.

• Drive a truck with trailer on busy city streets and haul materials and equipment under 26,000 pounds (non-CDL).

• Perform preventative equipment maintenance, including replacing worn or damaged parts, sharpening blades, and greasing machinery.

• Operate snow removal equipment to maintain sidewalks, parking lots, and driveways.

• Assist the city in cleanup and repair during inclement weather situations, and volunteer events, which may require working extended hours and weekends during these events.

• Attends all required safety trainings and participates in team building activities.

• Works with volunteer groups on a regular basis.

• Other duties may be assigned.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED and one year of maintenance or customer service experience related to assignment.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Licensing/Certifications

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.

Knowledge of:

• Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work.

• Basic mathematical concepts.

• Basic filing and record-keeping principles.

• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.

• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment.

• Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment).

• Customer service principles.

• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.

• Modern office technology.

Skill In:

• Following directions and meeting standards.

• Providing attention to detail in assignments.

• Proofreading and error correction.

• Performing basic math calculations.

• Comprehending reference books and manuals.

• Operating assigned tools and equipment.

• Organizing and maintaining records and files.

• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment).

• Providing customer service.

• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.

• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

ADA and Other Requirements

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work:

Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.

Note:

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.