Kansas Works Veterans Jobs

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/12747991

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

70% Grounds Maintenance

• Plant, mow, trim, rake, fertilize, and water the grass on public grounds.
• Remove, trim, and chip trees when needed.
• Maintain public grounds to keep areas in a clean and neat appearance.
• Participate in the construction of sidewalks on all public grounds.
• Operate motor vehicle and other equipment on a regular basis.
• Spray city property with proper chemicals to control weeds and insects when necessary.
• Clean and maintain streams, channels, and storm water systems within the city.

25% Maintenance of Facilities and Equipment

• Maintain all department equipment in good working order; troubleshoot problems.
• Clear and remove snow and ice from city facilities.
• Organize and maintain the division facilities in a clean and safe condition.
• Participate in building, repairing, and maintaining shelters and buildings on public grounds. This includes roofing, general construction, concrete work, and painting.
• Prepare facilities and equipment for winter or adverse weather.
• May provide instruction to new employees in the proper method of completing tasks.
• Inspect and repair park facilities as needed.
• Gather trash; clean restrooms and park facilities.
• Install, inspect and maintain playground equipment.

5% Landscape Maintenance

• Plant and maintain trees, shrubs, and plants, including watering, pruning, and fertilizing.
• Provide input in the development and implementation of public ground improvements.
• Plant and maintain grass on public grounds, including seeding and over-seeding.
• Install, repair and maintain irrigation systems on city property.
• Continually looks for new and improved ways of completing the above functions.
• Other tasks as assigned will be performed in order to address business needs.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Latitude:

  • Most duties are defined and consistent from day to day.
  • Problem solving is accomplished in conjunction with supervisor.
  • Some decisions not affecting other departments may be made independently based on city policy.
  • All purchase requests must be approved by supervisor.
  • Regular and reliable attendance at work is expected.

• Interaction:

  • Frequent interaction with employees throughout the organization and the general public.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• One year related experience, preferred.
• Valid Kansas drivers license and driving record must meet commercial liability insurance requirements.
• Valid Kansas commercial drivers license, required within six months of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• General knowledge of related maintenance and repair.
• General knowledge of grounds maintenance, basic construction techniques, and basic mechanics.
• Ability to identify, transplant, and maintain various plants, flowers, shrubs, and trees.
• Ability to operate all division equipment.
• Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the general public and communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:

• Frequent (90%) exposure to adverse weather conditions, high noise levels, and hazardous situations.
• Frequent (40%) carrying, lifting, moving, or pushing of 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and twisting.
• Must be available for on-call and overtime.