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Groundskeeper - City

City of Alcester

Alcester, SD

Posted/Updated: Today

Job Description

GENERAL PUPOSE OF THIS POSITION:

(The main reason for this position)

Maintain the grounds of City Park and City Offices as well as other city property.

SCOPE OF THIS POSITION:

(The way the position contributes to and impacts the City)

Maintain the grounds and environment of the city park, city office, and other city grounds

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Major responsibilities and accomplishments expected of the position including the typical problems encountered in carrying out the elements of the job)

Mow and trim grass

Plant, prune and maintain trees including watering, mulching, thinning trees, removing dead trees and grinding stumps

Pick up litter

Repair vandalized property as needed

Performs related duties as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND PERSONAL ABILITIES:

(The knowledge, skills and personal attributes required for satisfactory job performance)

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of basic techniques and methods used in construction, repair and general maintenance

Understanding of and experience with basic hand tools

SKILLS:

Ability to understand and follow safe workplace standards including the use of personal protective equipment

Ability to work well with minimal supervision

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing; ability to create effective working relationships with employees and the public

Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community

WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The employee can be exposed to warm, cold, wet and dry conditions.

The noise level in the work environment can be loud when performing certain responsibilities of the position

The employee may also be exposed to limited levels of gasoline fumes and other chemical odors.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

Must be 16 years of age or older

Experience in construction, lawn care services, or related experience preferred

Valid SD driver’s license preferred

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Certified chemical sprayer license preferred but not required

Availability/Benefits:

Employee must have the ability and flexibility to potentially work early mornings for special projects.

City of Alcester
500 Dakota Street
Alcester, SD 57001