Parks & Grounds Worker I/II

I
Under supervision, to assist with performing a variety of semiskilled, skilled, and physical labor duties in the maintenance, repair and clean-up of County parks, landscaped areas, and recreational facilities; and to do related work as required.

II
Under supervision, to perform a variety of semiskilled, skilled, and physical labor duties in the maintenance, repair and clean-up of County parks, landscaped areas, and recreational facilities; and to do related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

I
This is the entry and first working level in the Parks And Grounds Worker class series. Incumbents learn and perform a variety of duties in the maintenance, repair and clean-up of County parks, landscaped areas, recreational facilities, and related machinery and equipment. Incumbents assist with the more skilled assignments under direct guidance. As incumbents demonstrate requisite skills and knowledge on a sustained basis, it is expected that they will be promoted to the Parks And Grounds Worker II level. This class is distinguished from Parks And Grounds Worker II in that incumbents work with more guidance and supervision, performing a narrower range of assignments which require a lower level of skill.

II
This is the experienced, journey level in the Parks And Grounds Worker class series. The Parks And Grounds Worker II level is distinguished from Parks And Grounds Worker I by performing a broader ranged of semi-skilled and skill maintenance assignments on a more independent basis. They may also be expected to provide some guidance for "extra-help" workers

REPORTS TO

Building and Grounds Superintendent


CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED

None.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequently stand and walk; ability to walk in uneven terrain and on slippery surfaces; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to crawl through various areas requiring movement on hands and knees; ability to climb, stoop, crouch, and kneel; lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.; perform sustained physical work; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; operate an automobile; use hand tools and power equipment including chain saw, lawn mowers, weed eaters, rototillers, edgers, and other grounds equipment.


TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in outside in varying temperatures, weather, and humidity; work is performed in an environment with constant noise; exposure to dust, chemicals, and gases; exposure to electrical currents; continuous contact with other staff and the public.(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)

I
Assists with performing a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance, repair and clean-up of County parks. landscaped areas, recreational facilities, and associated equipment; assists with and performs duties such as mowing, watering, and shaping lawns and shrubs; plants, waters, cultivates, weds, prunes, and fertilizes trees, shrubbery, flowers, and lawns; learns to mix fertilizers, herbicides, and soil nutrients; sweeps and rakes grounds; empties trash receptacles; learns to install, maintain, and repair sprinkler systems; may cut weeds and clear debris; learns to perform routine maintenance and repairs duties on equipment; loads, rakes, and shovels grass clippings; does general clean-up work; learns to operate power tools such as chain saws; cleans and disinfects restrooms; replenishes supplies; requisitions supplies as needed; observes and reports needed repairs to buildings and equipment; learns to maintain equipment used during the course of work; operates hand tools, power equipment, and vehicles.

II
Performs a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance, repair and clean-up of County parks, landscaped areas, and recreational facilities, and associated equipment; performs duties such as mowing, watering, and shaping lawns and shrubs; plants, waters, cultivates, weds, prunes, and fertilizes trees, shrubbery, flowers, and lawns; mixes fertilizers, herbicides, and soil nutrients; sweeps and rakes grounds; empties trash receptacles; installs, maintains, and repairs sprinkler systems; may cut weeds and clear debris; performs routine maintenance and repairs duties on equipment; loads, rakes, and shovels grass clippings; does general clean-up work; operates power tools such as chain saws; cleans and disinfects restrooms; replenishes supplies; requisitions supplies as needed; observes and reports needed repairs to buildings and equipment; maintains equipment used during the course of work; operates hand tools, power equipment, and vehicles; may provide work direction and training to assigned "community service and extra-help" workers.Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

I
Previous work experience in park and/or grounds maintenance work is highly desirable.

II
One year of work experience in park and/or grounds maintenance work comparable to a Parks And Grounds Worker I with the San Benito County.

Special Requirements:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.Knowledge of:

I
Basic knowledge of practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in the care and maintenance of parks, grounds, and recreation facilities.
General groundskeeping and landscape maintenance methods and procedures.
Safe work practices and procedures.

II
Methods, procedures and equipment, and materials used in the care and maintenance of parks, grounds and recreation facilities.
Safe driving practices and the California Vehicle Code relating to the operation of motor vehicles.
Safe work practices and procedures.
Methods of sprinkler system maintenance and repair.
Methods of applying herbicides.


Ability to:
I
Learn and perform a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of parks, grounds, and recreation facilities.
Perform heavy physical labor.
Learn to perform park care and landscape maintenance assignments.
Learn to install and maintain sprinkler systems.
Learn to recognize and locate conditions which require maintenance and repair.
Learn to use and care for hand and power tools used in park care and maintenance
work.
Learn to estimate time and materials for maintenance assignments.
Make basic mathematical calculations.
Follow oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

II
Perform a variety of semi-skilled, skilled, and physical labor work in the maintenance and repair of parks, grounds, and recreation facilities.
Perform heavy physical labor.
Maintain and make basic repairs to equipment.
Maintain basic records.
Install and maintain sprinkler systems.
Recognize and locate conditions which require maintenance and repair.
Use and care for hand and power tools used in park care and maintenance work.
Estimate time and materials for maintenance assignments.
Make basic mathematical calculations.
Follow oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.