Groundskeeper 3 - Milledgeville

Georgia Department of Revenue•Milledgeville, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under broad supervision, the Groundskeeper 3 maintains grounds in an attractive and orderly condition by trimming lawns, removing leaves and debris, and performing related duties. The position operates and maintains grounds equipment as necessary. The workplace is Central State Hospital in Milledgeville, with a stated shift of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Compensation is $31,027.36.

Requirements

One year of job-related experience and a valid driver's license; or one year of experience as a Groundskeeper 2 or in an equivalent position.
May be required to complete evaluations or vaccinations, including drug screening, TB evaluation, and annual influenza vaccination.
A national and state background check is required as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Two years of job-related experience and a valid driver's license; or one year of experience at the lower-level Groundskeeper 2 (FES01) or an equivalent position.

Responsibilities

Cares for established lawns.
Decorates gardens with stones and plants.
Disposes of trash and debris.
Hauls or spreads topsoil and spreads straw over seeded soil to hold soil in place.
Improves walks, lanes, shreds, and benches, including painting and minor repairs.
Mixes and sprays or spreads fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, and trees using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders.
Mows and edges lawns using power mowers and edgers.
Plants seeds, bulbs, and foliage and applies mulch for protection using gardening tools.
Provides preventive maintenance pertaining to grounds areas and/or state cemeteries or park facilities.
Operates and maintains grounds equipment as necessary.