Grounds Maintenance Laborer

• Repairs structures and equipment
• Cuts grass, using walking-type or riding mowers (less than 2000 lbs.)
• Trims hedges and edges around walks, flower beds, and wells, using hedge trimmers, clippers and edging tools
• Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth, using shears and other hand tools
• Sprays lawn, shrubs and trees with fertilizer or insecticide
• Plants grass, flowers, trees and shrubs
• Waters lawn and shrubs during dry periods, using hose or activating sprinkler system
• Picks up and disposes of leaves, paper or other litter
• Removes snow from walks, driveways, roads, or parking lots, using shovel and snow blower
• Spreads salt on walkways and other areas
• Repairs and paints fences, gates, benches, tables, guardrails, and outbuildings
• Assists in repair of roads, walks, buildings and mechanical equipment
• May clean comfort stations, office and workshop areas, and parking lots by sweeping, washing, mopping and polishing
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledgeable and skilled in grounds maintenance
• Able to understand verbal or written direction
• Be able to stand extended period of time, push, pull, bend, kneel, and stretch as required
• Be able to lift 50 lbs.

medical, well-being, financial planning and short-term incentives benefits