Grounds Maintenance Worker I - Public Works

The County of Fluvanna, VA is recruiting a full-time Grounds Maintenance Worker to perform grounds-keeping and landscaping services and other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Perform a variety of landscaping and grounds maintenance tasks; mow, seed, plant, prune, trim, spray, and fertilize grass, trees, shrubs, bushes, hedges, and flowers; operate and maintain equipment; snow plowing and removal; assist in minor building maintenance and repairs and cleaning buildings; other services required by Fluvanna County.  This is heavy work requiring exertion in excess of 100 pounds occasionally, in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and in excess of 20 pounds of force regularly.

• Performs a variety of tasks in the maintenance of rights-of-way, parks, playgrounds, and other public areas.
• Mows grass; spreads mulch.
• Rakes and collects leaves; apply pesticides and fertilizers subject to licensure and/or under supervision.
• Sows grass; plants flowers, shrubs, and trees.
• Edges sidewalks, borders, and plant beds; trims weeds, grass, and hedges.
• Operates equipment including mowers, tractors and implements, trucks, and plows as trained; uses hand and power tools as trained.
• Performs snow/ice control, and assists as directed in emergencies.
• Performs and assists in performing minor building maintenance tasks such as replacing lamps, painting, and minor carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and electrical work.
• Assists and substitutes for custodial maintenance staff as assigned.
• Performs and assists in performing special event setups and projects.
• Attends and participates in training and continuing education.
• Performs related tasks as required

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of grounds maintenance methods, materials, and equipment.
• Skill in basic hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment is desired.
• Ability to communicate orally and to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
• Eligible candidates must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record during employment.

This position is considered an essential employee and is required to work during inclement weather and/or other emergencies as needed.

Starting hourly rate $14.49  to $16.66- DOQ 

Excellent benefits (paid health, dental, and vision, flex spending, life, disability, retirement)

The position is open until filled.

Please submit your cover letter and resume to: jobs@fluvannacounty.org

www.fluvannacounty.org

132 Main Street Palmyra, VA 22963

(434)591-1900

Equal Opportunity Employer