Grounds Maintenance II / Facilities

St Charles County•St Charles County, MO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Grounds Maintenance II performs landscaping and grounds upkeep at various County properties. The position works under the supervision of the Grounds Supervisor and requires working both independently and as part of a team. The employee shares knowledge and assists Grounds Maintenance Worker I staff with assigned work when needed. Duties include turf and landscape maintenance; maintaining irrigation systems; keeping properties, walkways, and parking areas clean; maintaining equipment and performing minor repairs; tracking supplies; and completing work orders. The position also supports meeting-space setup, moves items between buildings, keeps the shop and tools organized, and participates in the Snow-Duty on-call assignment. Snow removal may take place during normal business hours or on call as needed. This position cannot telecommute.

Requirements

General/technical high school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 2 years of prior grounds maintenance experience.
Must have and maintain a driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
For employees with building access to areas with confidential data such as MULES/REJIS databases used in law enforcement: successfully pass a drug test and fingerprint background check and maintain a clear record throughout employment.
Employment is contingent on successfully passing a full criminal background check.
A pre-employment drug screen is required for all positions.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of small engine repair experience.
Experience using commercial snow removal equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform turf maintenance, including mowing, trimming, fertilizing, seeding, sod installation, and watering.
Plant trees, flowers, and shrubs; spread mulch; and apply appropriate fertilizer, preemergent, and prevention chemicals to common grounds areas.
Prune and shape trees and shrubs, and remove or transplant them when needed.
Rake and collect leaf debris in the fall.
Complete work orders documenting supplies used, time spent on projects, and job completion status.
Sweep curbs, walkways, and parking lots to remove debris or trash.
Maintain Flood Plain and Communication Tower properties, including mowing, weeding, and debris removal.
Operate and maintain equipment, perform minor repairs, monitor equipment operation, and recommend repairs or replacement.
Maintain irrigation systems, perform seasonal maintenance, repair lines and sprinkler heads, and prepare systems for winter.
Monitor and adjust irrigation systems to maintain landscaped turf and beds while minimizing water use.
Maintain an accurate inventory of supplies and materials and report deficiencies to the Supervisor.
Raise and lower flags as directed and replace flags as necessary.
Set up and break down tables and chairs in meeting spaces.
Move equipment, supplies, parts, and general items in and between buildings.
Clean the shop and organize tools.
Participate in the Snow-Duty on-call assignment; remove snow from walkways and parking lots and spread ice melt products as directed.
Act as the lead focus person for call-up of snow removal personnel.
Escort repair service personnel and contractors as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.