Non-exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.; full-benefits. This position will perform routine manual work consisting of a wide variety of parks maintenance and custodial tasks for the Division of Parks and Recreation and will, as needed, drive a dump truck with trailer or other Parks and Recreation vehicle. Supervision is received from a Park Maintenance Supervisor and/or Parks Maintenance Leader. Frederick County Government values the principles of diversit... more details
This position will perform routine manual work consisting of a wide variety of parks maintenance and custodial tasks for the Division of Parks and Recreation and will, as needed, drive a dump truck with trailer or other Parks and Recreation vehicle. Supervision is received from a Park Maintenance Supervisor and/or Parks Maintenance Leader.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D benefit
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Work on small construction projects (bridges, trails, etc.)
Clean picnic shelters and buildings
Cut grass and weeds
Apply herbicides/pesticides as directed
Plant trees and do other landscaping work
Maintain trails and roadways; clear brush and dead trees
Remove trash and debris
Operate tools and equipment in a safe manner and return them to the appropriate storage areas
Adhere to the preventive maintenance program for all assigned equipment
Perform other related duties as required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
NOTE: Applicants who possess a CDL - A license may be hired as the Technician II level at $18.33/hour
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
Knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in maintenance and/or construction work
Knowledge of hazards associated with the operation and care of various tools and equipment (e.g. trucks, mowers, chain saws, power tools, etc.) with knowledge of appropriate safety precautions
Ability to operate and care for equipment in a safe and effective manner
Accurate clerical skills, including the ability to properly complete and maintain inventory forms, work records and other paperwork
Ability to understand and follow spoken and written (English) instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public
PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:
Park maintenance work experience
Snow removal work experience
High school graduation or the equivalent
Landscaping or general construction experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:
While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly walk, and lift up to 20 pounds; frequently sit, lift between 20 - 50 pounds, push up to and over 40 pounds, pull up to and over 40 pounds and reach; occasionally climb, stoop, perform repetitive motions and drive; and rarely crawl
While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work in a dirty, dusty and noisy environment, and near machinery; frequently work outdoors, walk on uneven ground and is required to wear protective equipment; occasionally work indoors, work in hot temperatures above 100 degrees and cold temperatures below 32 degrees, work in confined spaces and at heights, and near chemicals or fumes; and rarely has potential exposure to infectious diseases
Physical requirements include the ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time; use various types of hand tools and grounds maintenance equipment (string trimmer, edger, shovel/pick/mattock, tractor/hand lawn mower, etc.); and lift and/or move plantings and various pieces of equipment
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS
Available to work for Parks and Recreation at various County events, frequent weekend work or irregular hours as needed, and on-call for snow removal or other emergency situations
Available for a minimum of three mandatory Parks and Recreation events
NOTE: Employees in the Technician I classification must pass the modified Class A CDL drivers license within 1 year of hire (which includes the 6 month probationary period) or otherwise will be terminated from employment.
EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include): 1) An evaluation of training and experience 2) One or more interviews 3) A pre-employment physical examination and drug test to include marijuana 4) A pre-employment background investigation through a public records search
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