Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Description
GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:
Performs intermediate semiskilled and skilled work in the repair, maintenance and care of recreation facilities, parks grounds and related structures and equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision of the Recreation Operation Manager. Limited supervision is exercised over seasonal workers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:
Maintaining recreation facilities and parks grounds and related structures; operating equipment; mowing grass; preparing playing fields. (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
- Maintains recreation complex, athletic fields and satellite sites.
- Supervises seasonal workers, as needed.
- Operates power equipment such as mowers, tractor, front end loader, chain saw and pruning saw.
- Cleans restrooms; empties trash cans; makes minor plumbing repairs; replaces bulbs and fuses; paints walls.
- Performs landscaping duties such as; cutting grass, plants flowers, shrubs or trees; prunes, trims, mulches, fertilizes and sprays pesticides.
- Trims, lines and maintains ball fields.
- Orders equipment and supplies and maintains inventory.
- Maintains various records and reports relative to facilities and ground maintenance.
- Performs turf grass maintenance tasks such as seeding, soil testing, aerating and irrigation.
- Applies general use pesticides to various plant materials on park and recreation property.
- Maintaining all safety aspects related to all park & recreation facilities.
- Performs skilled carpentry and other trades work.
- Performs related tasks as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
General knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used in grounds maintenance work; general knowledge of the materials, equipment, tools and techniques of the standard building trades; general knowledge of safety precautions applicable to the duties of the class; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to use common hand tools; ability to operate machinery and equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience in grounds maintenance work.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects, and some heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina. Obtain the Certified Playground Safety Inspector within 9 months of employment. Obtain Aquatic Facility Operations (AFO) within 9 months of employment. Obtain Pesticide Safety Training (PST) within 9 months of employment. CPR/First Aid certification and AED Course within 60 days of hire.
Benefits
Program
Benefits
Cost to Employee (PPP)
Insurance Benefits
Medical Insurance Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC
- Fiscal Year Deductible: Individual: $1,500; Family: $3,000
- Doctor Visits:
- Primary: $25 co-pay; Specialist: $50 co-pay
- Preventative care: no charge
- Prescriptions: covered
- No cost to employee
- Employee/Child: $151.99
- Employee/Children: $325.29
- Employee/Spouse: $393.54
- Employee/Family: $699.72
Dental Insurance Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC
- Fiscal Year Deductible: Individual: $50; Family: $150
- Fiscal Year Maximum benefit: $1,500
- Diagnostic and Preventive Care paid at 100%
- Basic Services paid at 80%
- Crowns, Inlays Services paid at 50%
- No cost to employee
- Employee/Child: $11.30
- Employee/Children: $26.14
- Employee/Spouse: $12.73
- Employee/Family: $34.91
Vision Insurance Community Eye Care
- Eye Exam once a year: $10 co-pay
- $180 allowance for eyewear annually: $10 co-pay
- Employee only: $5.36
- Employee/Spouse: $10.18
- Employee/Family: $15.00
Life Insurance & Accidental The Hartford Life Insurance Co.
- $25,000 Life; $25,000 Accidental for employee
- Dependent Life available
- Supplemental Life available
- No cost to employee
- Employee paid; $0.45
- Employee paid; cost varies by age, no contribution from the County
VOYA
- Accident
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- Short term disability
- Price varies however, employee paid
Employee Assistance Program BHS 800-327-2251
- 24-hour access to services
- Professional consultation by phone
- Connections and referrals to additional supports and services as needed
- Services are provided for you as well as your family
- Up to 5 sessions per condition
- No cost to employee
Paid Time Off
Vacation
- Maximum accumulation of 225 (1950 employees) or 240 hours (2080 employees). Time over 225 or 240 hours at the end of the year will convert to sick leave.
- No cost to employee
Sick Leave
- Earned at a rate of 7.5, 8, 12 hours per month
- No maximum accumulation
- No cost to employee
Paid Holidays
- 12 paid Holidays per year; paid birthday leave; 2 paid wellness days
- No cost to employee
Transfer of Service
- If you previously worked for another NC local or state government agency, you may be eligible to transfer up to 10 years of credible service to earn vacation at a higher accrual rate (verification from your former employer is required).
- No cost to employee
Retirement
Retirement Local Government Employees Retirement System
Full retirement after:
- 30 years of service credit; OR
- Age 60 with 25 years of service credit; OR
- Age 65 with 5 years of service credit.
- 6% of annual salary
NC 401(K) Plan Empower www.empower.com
- Contributions are tax-sheltered.
- Employees may make voluntary contributions.
- 10% penalty for withdrawal before you are 59 ½ years of age.
- You may sign up or change at any time.
- Employee paid
- No contribution from the County
Section 457 Plan Empower www.empower.com
- Contributions are tax-sheltered.
- Employees may make voluntary contributions.
- Employee paid
- No contribution from the County
Other Benefits
Credit Union Membership (CIVIC)
- NC Local Government Employees Credit Union
- Bank fees may apply
Additional Benefits
Salary Progression
- Increased based on years of services and met minimal expectation on performance evaluation
- No cost to employee
At Warren County, we are committed to supporting the well-being and professional growth of our employees. In addition to offering a robust benefits package, we encourage eligible staff to take advantage of federal programs like Public Service Loan Forgiveness to help reduce their student loan debt. Join our team and enjoy a fulfilling career with excellent benefits!
Additional Benefit Information can be found @ www.warrencountync.com.
The above list is not all inclusive of the benefits that are provided by Warren County Government.
Come join our team!