JOB
The Town of Addison is hiring one (1) Groundskeeper I or Groundskeeper II, depending on qualifications.Pay RateGroundskeeper I: $18.2923 - $22.8654 per hourGroundskeeper II: $20.1673 - $25.2091 per hourUnder general supervision, performs routine manual labor tasks in support of the activities and operations of the Parks Department.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Groundskeeper I Essential Functions: Uses manual equipment such as shovels, hoes, rakes and hand saws to perform general grounds maintenance to include digging, raking, leveling, planting, fertilizing, spraying pesticides, and pruning flowers, trees, and shrubs.Drives pick-up trucks, tractors, and other motor vehicles with heavy equipment attached; operates professional type mowers, spray equipment, push mowers, weed-eaters, edgers, chain saws, and other equipment.Cleans and maintains equipment.May be asked to perform additional job duties that are directly, indirectly or completely unrelated to normal job functions in the course of presenting certain Town special events.Performs related duties as required or assigned.Groundskeeper II Essential Functions: Uses manual equipment such as shovels, hoes, rakes and hand saws to perform general grounds maintenance including digging, raking, leveling, planting, fertilizing, spraying pesticides and pruning trees and shrubs. Drives pick-up trucks, tractors and other motor vehicles with heavy equipment attached; operates professional type spray equipment, push mowers, weed-eaters, edgers, chain saws and other equipment. Cleans and maintains equipment. Responsible to learn and follow all safety rules, regulations and requirements. May be asked to perform additional job duties that are directly, indirectly or completely unrelated to normal job functions in the course of presenting certain Town special events.Performs related duties as required or assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTSRoutine schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Schedule may be modified if department needs arise. May be required to work overtime if needed. May be required to work overtime nights and weekends as the need arises. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENTWork is performed outdoors in all weather conditions and requires moderate physical exertion and exposure to dangerous tools and equipment and hazardous chemicals and pesticides. This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The Town of Addison is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.