Meet Yates County Civil Service requirements:
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The work involves responsibility for the care and maintenance of grounds. Employees in this class also maintain various types of motor vehicles and power equipment. Groundskeepers work under genera l supervision with some exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. Specific instructions may be given for new or unusual assignments. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)
Maintains grounds by mowing, raking, cutting, rolling, re-seeding and fertilizing lawns
Plants and cares for trees, shrubs and flowers
Operates and may perform routine maintenance on trucks, mowers, rollers, tillers, chain saws and other equipment
Removes snow and ice from walks, driveways, steps and building entrances
Keeps grounds free of litter and debris
Collects and disposes of rubbish
When not working as a Groundskeeper, may do other maintenance or cleaning work
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Good knowledge of grounds maintenance practices and techniques
Working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of manual and mechanical equipment used in grounds maintenance and snow removal
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Willingness to perform physical labor
Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions
Mechanical aptitude
Dependability
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: none are required
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
If required: must possess an appropriate NYS Driver's license at time of appointment-must obtain a pesticide applicator's license within a reasonable time after appointment.