Job Abstract

Basic Function Under supervision, to perform routine grounds maintenance duties; and to do related work as required. Representative Duties Mows lawns and fields E; trims shrubs, hedges and trees E; assists in spraying flowers and shrubs with insecticides E; waters lawns and rakes lawns E; operates hand and power mowers E; edgers, and spray equipment E; spades and otherwise prepares grounds around flowers and shrubs E; performs general grounds cleanup, including picking up of paper and trash on grounds areas E; may be assigned some building maintenance and cleaning duties. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description. Knowledge and Abilities KNOWLEDGE OF: * The basic methods used in caring for plants, shrubs, flowers, trees and lawns. ABILITY TO: * Operate a forklift. * Operate light power equipment. * Use gardening hand tools. * Follow oral and written directions. * Work cooperatively with others. Education and Experience Any combination equivalent to completion of the eighth grade and familiarity with grounds maintenance equipment.