Department: Parks & Recreation Reports To: Athletic Facilities Supervisor FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt GENERAL PURPOSE: The Grounds Crew will be responsible for performing a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and operation of park and recreation ballfields. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by the individual in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties as assigned. * Drags ball fields; lines fields for games. * Performs custodial work such as required and assigned, including: sweep floors; mop; dump garbage and reline cans with liners; pick up ground trash; clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish supplies; clean spills; clean drinking fountains, tables and walls. * Maintain and inspect all equipment used. (Check and maintain; engine oil, fuel levels and air filters) * Maintains current skills and knowledge in the proper and safe techniques of maintenance functions and the handling of maintenance equipment. * Operates gators, blowers, pressure washers and hand tools. * Perform small repairs to keep equipment in good operating order. * Water infields during extremely dry periods. * Assists in setting up and taking down equipment for various park and recreation programs, prepares facilities for park and recreation program use. * Installs and maintains temporary fencing. * Performs other duties as assigned and directed by the Athletic Facilities Supervisor. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Required knowledge, skills, and abilities: * Some knowledge of equipment, materials and supplies used in building and grounds maintenance. * Some knowledge of equipment and supplies used to do minor repairs; some knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions. * Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment. * Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule. * Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time, and to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. * Ability to communicate orally and in writing; ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely. * Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions. * Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public. * Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. * Must be able to think and problem solve. * Ability to successfully operate lawn and landscaping equipment, including gators, edger, weed trimmers, blowers, electric motors, pumps, sprinklers, irrigation systems; miscellaneous hand and power tools for turf maintenance; janitorial equipment including, power washers, vacuums, mops, brooms, and dusting equipment. Education and Experience: * Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work. Physical Requirements: * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. * The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. * The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. * While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. * The employee occasionally works in highs, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic chemicals. * The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. * The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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