Grounds Maintenance Worker II

Job Description

Grounds Maintenance Worker II (490)

Education and Experience

Minimum Requirements:

Graduation of high school or possession of a G.E.D.; and
Two (2) years of experience in professional landscape construction or grounds maintenance work involving basic carpentry, plumbing, medium equipment operation and repair, horticulture or pool maintenance.

License & Certification

As a condition of employment in designated positions, possession of a valid California Class A or B Commercial driver’s license with applicable endorsements will be required if necessary for the performance of typical job duties.
Possession of California Department of Food and Agriculture Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) in categories B, C, and F is required prior to completion of the probationary period.

Typical Duties

Specific job duties of this position may not be included in the list below, nor do the examples cover all duties, which may be performed. Under supervision:

Performs a variety of sub-journey level craft tasks involving carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, masonry, pool and fountain operation, building maintenance and upkeep
Installs and maintains irrigation, sewer and drainage systems
Performs general landscape construction and maintenance work
Maintains and cleans public buildings and facilities
Operates, services, repairs, adjusts, and maintains a variety of equipment and tools including but not limited to trucks, trailers, tractor/loaders, trenchers, welders, pressure washers, compressors, mowers, edgers, trimmers, hydraulic, pneumatic and gasoline saws, sign machines, paint sprayers, power tools, and specialized turf equipment
Assists in the ordering, receiving, storing, and issuance of materials, supplies, tools, and equipment
Checks incoming goods against invoices, packing slips, and purchase orders
Maintains stock control system
Performs all of the duties of a Grounds Maintenance Worker I
Performs other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

Tools, equipment and procedures used in landscape construction and maintenance
Carpentry, painting, cement work, mechanical equipment operation and repair
Environmental and safety practices, procedures and standards

Ability to:

Maintain and repair pool equipment and recreation apparatus
Perform or learn a wide variety of maintenance tasks
Install and repair irrigation systems
Follow both oral and written instructions
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals
Establish and maintain a cooperative and harmonious working relationship with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public
Bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties
Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines

Supervision Exercised

Supervises subordinate personnel as assigned.

Supervision Received

Works under the supervision of Grounds Maintenance Worker III, Park Foreman/Forewoman, Landscape Foreman/Forewoman or other supervisor as assigned.

Other Requirements

Incumbents of this classification may be subject to drug and/or alcohol testing as mandated by federal regulations
May be required to work unusual hours in shift assignments, in emergency situations and to be available on an "on-call" basis as assigned
Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment

Approved, September 2006