City of Lynchburg
The City of Lynchburg Public Works Department is looking for qualified candidates who enjoy working outdoors in a fast paced environment and want to be part of the Grounds Maintenance Team.
The Grounds Maintenance Tech I performs responsible, routine, skilled and semi‑skilled work in grounds and park maintenance involving the use of common tools and operation of mowing equipment.
This position is full time and offers a competitive benefit package (including medical, dental, life insurance, etc.), paid holidays, paid time off and participation in the Virginia Retirement System.
Starting pay is $20.00 per hour but compensation will be negotiated based on possession of Commercial Driver's License and relevant grounds maintenance experience.
For more information about working for the City and the competitive benefits offered go to https://www.lynchburgva.gov/368/Human-Resources.
The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to help make a positive difference in the Lynchburg community.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Operates walk behind and riding mowers
Operates hand held motorized equipment such as string trimmers & chain saws
Operates large motorized equipment such as brush chippers, stump grinders, tractors, etc.
Performs custodial tasks in cleaning outdoor facilities restrooms & picnic shelters
Works in snow removal operations as assigned
Prunes and installs landscape plants and trees
Performs landscape maintenance such as weeding, pruning, mulching, etc.
Uses hand tools such as rakes, shovels, hoes, bush axes and other ground maintenance tools
Applies fertilizers
Assists in the maintenance of athletic fields, turf areas, landscaped beds, and other grounds areas
Loads & unloads material such as gravel, dirt, mulch, chemicals, tools, equipment and other materials
Assists in work zone traffic control setup
Directs traffic at construction sites as a certified flagger
Performs litter collection
Performs leaf collection activities operating a variety of equipment
Completes necessary documentation such as work orders & logs
Uses blueprints, maps & manuals to perform work; interprets written & oral instructions
Follows all safety precautions
Participates in training
Communicates effectively and courteously with customers, peers and others
Actively participates in team activities such as problem solving & planning
Works various schedules as assigned
Performs other duties as necessary
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned
When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Grounds Maintenance experience preferred
Possession of valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and an acceptable driving record based on City criteria
Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License in 45 days of employment
Ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License within 90 days of employment
Ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License with a year
Ability to obtain chemical applications certificate
Relevant background checks must be completed and approved
Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position
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The Grounds Maintenance Tech I performs responsible, routine, skilled and semi‑skilled work in grounds and park maintenance involving the use of common tools and operation of mowing equipment.
This position is full time and offers a competitive benefit package (including medical, dental, life insurance, etc.), paid holidays, paid time off and participation in the Virginia Retirement System.
Starting pay is $20.00 per hour but compensation will be negotiated based on possession of Commercial Driver's License and relevant grounds maintenance experience.
For more information about working for the City and the competitive benefits offered go to https://www.lynchburgva.gov/368/Human-Resources.
The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to help make a positive difference in the Lynchburg community.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Operates walk behind and riding mowers
Operates hand held motorized equipment such as string trimmers & chain saws
Operates large motorized equipment such as brush chippers, stump grinders, tractors, etc.
Performs custodial tasks in cleaning outdoor facilities restrooms & picnic shelters
Works in snow removal operations as assigned
Prunes and installs landscape plants and trees
Performs landscape maintenance such as weeding, pruning, mulching, etc.
Uses hand tools such as rakes, shovels, hoes, bush axes and other ground maintenance tools
Applies fertilizers
Assists in the maintenance of athletic fields, turf areas, landscaped beds, and other grounds areas
Loads & unloads material such as gravel, dirt, mulch, chemicals, tools, equipment and other materials
Assists in work zone traffic control setup
Directs traffic at construction sites as a certified flagger
Performs litter collection
Performs leaf collection activities operating a variety of equipment
Completes necessary documentation such as work orders & logs
Uses blueprints, maps & manuals to perform work; interprets written & oral instructions
Follows all safety precautions
Participates in training
Communicates effectively and courteously with customers, peers and others
Actively participates in team activities such as problem solving & planning
Works various schedules as assigned
Performs other duties as necessary
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned
When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Grounds Maintenance experience preferred
Possession of valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and an acceptable driving record based on City criteria
Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License in 45 days of employment
Ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License within 90 days of employment
Ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License with a year
Ability to obtain chemical applications certificate
Relevant background checks must be completed and approved
Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position
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