Grounds Maintenance Technician I - Citrus Springs MSBU - Citrus County, FL : Job Details

Salary: $16.62 HourlyLocation : Citrus County, FLJob Type: Part Time 20-29 Hrs wklyJob Number: 25-19PTDepartment: Public WorksDivision: PW AdminOpening Date: 10/28/2024Closing Date: 11/24/2024 4:30 PM EasternGeneral DescriptionThe Grounds Maintenance Technician I executes small scale landscaping operations, grounds maintenance improvement projects located in the Citrus Springs community within the County. Performs field operations work according to some procedures but still exercises discretion on how and when to complete tasks under general supervision. The schedule for this part-time position is 3 days per week between Monday and Thursday. Essential Functions

• Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
• Selects plants, prunes, and trims trees, ornamental plants, shrubs, and ground covers to accomplish landscaping objectives.
• Applies fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides to areas. Places postings where pesticides are being applied. Disposes of product containers per instructions and applicable environmental regulations and maintains logs of products and chemicals used.
• Performs various pond maintenance duties.
• Assists with median irrigation including, but not limited to, installs, adjustments, maintenance, and repairs.
• Assists with litter control on roads and rights-of-way.
• Performs general maintenance on equipment and facilities.
• Seeds, mows, and performs general care maintenance duties to lawn or grass areas.
• Completes timely work orders and daily paperwork of finished tasks.
• Uses pressure washing equipment to clean various surfaces.
• Performs minor carpentry and plumbing duties.
• Participates in tree maintenance duties, including but not limited to, removal, trimming, or cutting down.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum RequirementsEducation, Training, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year landscaping experience, preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration, Skills

• Valid Florida Driver License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida.
• Successful completion of classes in turf grass maintenance or grounds maintenance, preferred.
• Principles and practices of plant maintenance which includes but not limited to, pruning, and trimming a variety of shrubs and trees.
• Ability to operate and maintain various landscape equipment, power tools, and hand tools.
• Working knowledge of how to effectively care for and maintain various irrigation systems and ponds.
• Working knowledge of grounds keeping, cultivation, spraying, and trimming requirements of shrubs and trees, and plant maintenance procedures used in landscape installation and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.
• Must have strong working knowledge of computers and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of Products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
  • IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS); and
  • IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires standing and walking most of the day.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 20 pounds.
• The job requires frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, balancing, twisting, reaching above shoulders, and occasional crawling, climbing, jumping, and throwing.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, operating foot controls/levers, driving automotive equipment, operating a manual transmission, and occasional working in darkness.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• The job may risk exposure to adverse weather, moving machinery, fumes and gases, electrical hazards, unprotected heights, and extreme noise.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.

Supplemental Information Basis of Rating: Some positions may require a written and/or skills test. Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess each individuals' qualifications. Selected persons will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job. The kind and length of related work experience, training and education shown on the application will be an important consideration in the screening process. Must successfully pass an employment reference check, criminal background check, physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991. Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. PLEASE NOTE: Veterans' Preference is not applied for positions that are classified as managerial/supervisory unless excluded. For details, please refer to Section 110.205(2), F.S. Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the Public Records Law, applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the Public Records Law / The Sunshine Law / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website. The Citrus County Board of County Commissioners provides a comprehensive benefits package.Effective October 1, 2016, the County implemented a nicotine free incentive program as part of the Citrus County Wellness Program to help reduce insurance costs. Employees who are nicotine free or who participate in the nicotine free incentive program will be eligible to receive an incentive in the form of a $50.00 per month reduction in the health insurance premiums.Medical Insurance - (Carrier: Florida Blue): Employee Premium is $0.00 or $50.00 monthly. Dependent coverage is available with bi-weekly premiums.Employee Health & Wellness Center: Employee Premium is $0.00 when covered under Medical Insurance. Dependent coverage is $0.00 when covered under Medical Insurance.Dental Insurance: Employee Premium is $0.00. Dependent coverage is available with bi-weekly premiums.Vision Insurance: Employee and Dependent coverage is available with low monthly premiums.Florida Retirement System: Employee contributes 3% of gross salary per pay-period. Option to choose from Pension Plan or Investment Plan. Visit myFRS.com for more details.Other Benefits:

• Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays - no waiting period
• Vacation Leave - accrues each pay period
• Sick Leave - accrues each pay period

Please note that the benefits may not apply to all constitutional offices; please refer to policies for specific information. The County's Personnel Policies, applicable Union Contracts and/or Certificate of Coverage provides detailed descriptions of all available employee benefit programs and stipulations.For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, 01 I understand this is a Part-Time position working 29 hours or less per week. Benefits are not offered for the position.

• Yes, I understand the statements in the question above
• No, I do not understand the statements in the question above

02 Please explain in detail your experience in landscaping and in the use of grounds maintenance equipment (mowers, edgers, saws clippers, etc.). If no experience, please enter N/A. 03 Please check EACH of the 5 BOXES BELOW to confirm these sections on YOUR APPLICATION ARE ACCURATE AND COMPLETE. If the sections mentioned below are left blank, your application will NOT be considered. PLEASE BE AS ACCURATE AND DETAILED AS POSSIBLE.ALL 5 boxes must be checked to confirm the application is accurately, complete, and verified.

• Education Section (must be completed)
• Work History Section (Including your most recent employment). PLEASE BE AS DETAILED AS POSSIBLE.
• STARTING and ENDING dates of ALL previous positions listed on this application
• Current and Previous Employer information is provided in full
• My application is complete and verified

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