Grounds Operator

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB:

Maintains City's Parks, Grounds, and Right of Ways in a safe, effective, and efficient manner. Duties include: operating light equipment and operating mowing equipment. Must be available to work overtime and be "On Call" as assigned by supervisor.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to: Crew Leader. Directs: This is a non-supervisory position. Other: Has contact with other employees in other departments and has daily contact with the public. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: This is a description of the way this job is currently performed; there is potential for accommodation.

• Operates light equipment such as riding mowers/shredder, skid steer loader, chain saw, weed trimmer, or truck as required or instructed;
• Cleans restrooms, park grounds, and other city owned properties, picking up trash, empty cans, inspecting areas for damage/vandalism, and repairing playground structures and trails;
• Services and performs other routing inspections to insure equipment is in proper working condition;
• Assists in trouble shooting and performing skilled repairs;
• Assists in the set up of traffic control devices as necessary;
• Provides quality customer service to city staff, the public, and all other work contacts;
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned; and
• Assists other departments, such as Street/Ground Maintenance and Water Department as directed.