Grounds Maintenance Worker - Cemetery

WORK OBJECTIVE:

Under the supervision of a departmental supervisor, the incumbent performs unskilled to semi-skilled manual labor. General duties would consist of the cleaning and maintenance of municipal property. Employees utilize a variety of hand tools and equipment in the performance of tasks, and usually work in adverse environmental conditions. Work is subject to inspection while in progress and upon completion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or equivalent; minimum of six (6) months work experience that provides knowledge of various types of manual labor. Must possess a valid state driver’s license and must obtain a valid Florida driver’s license within 30 days.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

1. Utilizes various manual, gas, and electrical tools and equipment in the

performance of assigned tasks, and maintains such for safe and productive use.

2. Performs minor maintenance and repair on City property as directed.

3. Cleans debris and refuse from City property regularly and in response to

emergency clean-up orders.

4. Generally responsible for maintaining grounds of the City Cemetery.

5. Performs mowing, weed eating, and tree trimming at City Cemetery.

6. Incumbent may occasionally be asked to assist in other areas of Public Works,

such as Streets, Parks, Sanitation.

7. Performs related work as directed.

KEY COMPETENCIES

1. Considerable knowledge of potential hazards of the materials and equipment

Used in building and ground maintenance.

2. Has considerable knowledge of occupational safety rules and practices

3. Has the ability to perform heavy manual tasks

4. Is able to follow oral and simple written directions

5. Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships

6. Is able to work in a variety of weather conditions

7. Is skilled in the use of tools and maintenance equipment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The City of Arcadia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12101 et.seq), the City of Arcadia will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.

Tasks involve frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, bending, kneeling, squatting, and walking on uneven terrain. Tasks may involve the ability to climb ladders. There will be some unassisted lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling of moderately heavy objects of up to 50 pounds and occasionally heavy objects of up to 100 pounds with the assistance of other employees and/or equipment as appropriate. Tasks require hand to eye coordination for operating machinery. Work is performed in a variety of environmental conditions and may require frequent exposure to adverse conditions.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed in a variety of conditions and required frequent exposure to adverse/disagreeable environmental conditions. Person(s) in this position will be exposed to moderate noise levels, dust, and inclement weather conditions, including but not limited to, high heat levels, cold, and wet weather, and potentially adverse environments

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $22.59 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $23