Utilities Groundskeeper

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of semi-skilled landscape maintenance, utility maintenance, and related custodial duties.

Receives direct supervision from the Water Production and Treatment Plant Supervisors.

• Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Mow, trim and weed water production, wastewater treatment, lift station and other City Facilities.
• Operate a zero-turn riding tractor, push mowers, weed trimmers, trimmers, blowers and blowers and related ground maintenance equipment.
• Rake leaves, clean walks, buildings, pick up rubbish. Perform general grounds building maintenance.
• Assist in maintaining water production and waste treatment facilities.
• Assist in water distribution and collection maintenance work.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

For indefinite periods of time - mobility within an office and field environment; exposure to fumes, odors, dust/mites, and mechanical hazards; exposure to extreme cold, heat, temperature swings and constant noise; walking; twisting body; working in trenches; stooping; standing; squatting; sitting; seeing; kneeling; grasping; climbing; cleaning; reading; reaching above shoulder level; pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying up to 75 pounds; using both hands for simple and firm grasping;

clarity of hearing; fine finger manipulation; operation of a weed trimmer, lawn mower, blower, edger and a variety of hand tools; operating a motor vehicle through city traffic

Knowledge of:

• Basic methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in grounds and building maintenance work. Safe work practices under hazardous conditions.

Ability to:

• Perform semi-skilled landscape maintenance work.
• Operate a variety of mowers, edger, and other ground maintenance equipment.
• Perform minor repairs on buildings, fences, and other facilities.
• Learn to operate a variety of light mechanical equipment.

No prior work experience required.

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Possession of a valid Texas Driver's License.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and action may change at any time or without notice.

The City of La Porte is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals.