Grounds Maintenance Worker I or II

Town of Gilbert•Gilbert, AZ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Grounds Maintenance Worker I or II. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding, innovative work environment. The Grounds Maintenance Worker I or II reports to the Grounds Maintenance Worker III. This position requires weekend work based on the needs of the work group.

Requirements

For Grounds Maintenance I: High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.). Six months previous experience and/or training in grounds maintenance, athletic field maintenance, irrigation system maintenance, equipment operation and manual labor. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
For Grounds Maintenance II: High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.). 3 years previous experience and/or training in grounds maintenance, athletic field maintenance, irrigation system maintenance, equipment operation and manual labor. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Valid Arizona Driver's License.
Arizona Department of Agriculture Pesticide applicator license- Core, Turf and Ornamentals, right of way/weeds
Irrigation Technician/Auditor Certification
Turf grass management certification
S.T.M.A. Sport field Manager
ISA Certified Tree Worker/Arborist
Backhoe 1 & II
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions, depending on department/section assignment
This position requires a pre-employment physical and/or drug screen.

Nice To Haves

The Maintenance Worker II is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker I by experience, skill level, professional certifications, and the ability to work independently with limited direction.
This job classification has no supervisory responsibilities but depending upon assignment may be expected to perform leadership activities as required.

Responsibilities

Performs routine irrigation system maintenance, inspection, diagnostics and repair. Including sprinkler heads, pipe fitting, solenoid valves, gate valves, service tees and mainline repairs.
Prepares and maintains baseball and softball fields which include mound, home plate, pitching rubber, batters box, base anchor housings, infield skin work and bullpens.
Prepares athletic fields and sports courts for sports activities; measures, lays out, chalks and paints field lines as necessary.
Performs turf maintenance cultural practices utilizing motorized equipment
Performs mowing, trimming, weeding, planting, cultivation, fertilization, watering and pruning operations
Performs general landscape and cleanup duties, including trash and debris removal, graffiti removal and litter pickup.
Identifies and reports hazards.
Provides co-workers direction, guidance, training, and general oversight on projects as necessary
Monitors grounds and equipment infrastructure including irrigation pumps, water treatment, lake aeration, lighting and associated timing mechanisms initiating corrective actions as necessary.
Conducts routine irrigation system inspections; installs, maintains, and repairs irrigation system components.
Programs proper watering schedules; troubleshoots and repairs automated irrigation system controllers and electrical systems.
Prepares athletic fields, courts and facilities according to specifications, utilizing specialized equipment, tools and materials.
Replaces, repairs and maintains associated structures and components.
Performs turf maintenance cultural practices utilizing motorized and specialized equipment to perform mowing, trimming, weeding, planting, cultivation, aeration, dethatching fertilization and watering