Grounds Maintenance Technician III

City of Greenville•Greenville, NC

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Greenville's Recreation and Parks Department is seeking a motivated individual for the Grounds Maintenance Technician III position in our Building & Grounds division. This position operates a variety of complex and difficult heavy-duty construction equipment requiring a high level of skill and competence.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
One to three years experience operating heavy construction equipment
Knowledge of operation, maintenance, capabilities, and limitations of difficult and complex heavy construction equipment and related attachments
Knowledge of occupational hazards and proper safety precautions involved in the operation of assigned equipment
Knowledge of state and local laws, ordinances, and regulations involved in operating heavy equipment
Skilled in use of assigned equipment
Skilled in repairs and maintenance of assigned equipment
Ability to read and interpret surveyor's reports, grade stakes, and other materials, and complete job to specifications
Ability to judge terrain, determine the amount of cut and fill required, and correctly alter earth to desired construction design
Ability to direct the work of assigned crew members
Ability to prepare reports
Ability to perform strenuous work requiring good physical condition
Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the outdoor elements
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public and other employees
Ability to meet the mental and physical demands of the job
Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver's license and have an acceptable driving record
Valid N.C. Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required within twelve months of hire
N.C. Pesticide License required within six months of hire

Nice To Haves

One year of supervisory or crew leader experience

Responsibilities

Operates complex and heavy-duty construction equipment utilized in landscape construction and maintenance
Performs a variety of earth moving projects including grading, excavating, stockpiling, technical landscape maintenance, and construction activities
Serves as a lead worker by directing, monitoring, and assisting crews
Applies pesticides and herbicides appropriately
Loads and unloads equipment and attachments
Performs routine maintenance to equipment
Inspects, cleans, lubricates, and makes minor adjustments to equipment
Observes and reports malfunctions of equipment
Directs and monitors equipment operators and laborers
Operates equipment as needed
Prepares equipment operating activity reports
Performs other related duties as assigned