GSA Maintenance Worker

Ventura County • Ventura, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, the GSA Maintenance Worker performs a variety of routine horticultural and/or facility maintenance tasks on County facilities within GSA Facilities and Materials Department, Grounds Division; operate trucks and other motorized equipment as needed; and performs related work as required. The ideal candidate will have considerable knowledge of landscape and grounds tools, materials, and equipment as well as basic knowledge of turf, plants, trees, and their care. They will also have excellent customer service skills, the ability to maintain effective working relationships.

Requirements

• Any combination of education and/or experience which provides the knowledge of and ability to perform routine tasks in general construction, facilities, horticultural or landscape maintenance
• Obtain and maintain a valid California Driver License and maintain a good driving record
• The ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and exhibit the physical strength, agility, and stamina to perform strenuous manual labor

Nice To Haves

• California Class B Driver License

Responsibilities

• Plants, transplants and maintains trees, shrubs, flowers and lawns
• Installs and maintains irrigation systems, including the repair of mainlines, valves, lateral lines, wiring and troubleshooting; assists in the operation of wireless irrigation control system
• Picks up trash and litter
• Performs some minor repairs and maintenance of landscape equipment
• Drives light trucks, single axle dump trucks, skip loader tractors and other motorized equipment as required
• Operates equipment and tools in the process of maintaining and treating landscape
• Under supervision, applies pesticides and fertilizers
• Maintains a clean and save work environment, including participation in periodic cleaning of the shop, equipment and all storage areas
• Performs other related duties as required

Benefits

• Educational Incentive: 2.5% for an Associate's degree, 3.5% for a Bachelor's degree, or 5% for a Master's degree
• Flexible Credit Allowance: Biweekly contribution towards medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from authorized plans
• Deferred Compensation: County match of up to 3%, dependent upon your contribution amount
• Pension Plan: Participation in the County's defined benefit plan
• Overtime compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree