Grounds Maintenance Worker 1

Operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment (mowers, blowers, tractors, etc.) and perform routine repairs.

Mow lawns, edge, trim, and apply pesticides/herbicides following safety guidelines.

Fertilize and maintain plant material, including planting, pruning, and weeding.

Remove leaves, debris, and maintain turf and landscaped areas.

Maintain and repair irrigation systems.

Perform safety inspections, remove litter, and maintain sidewalks/roadways.

Remove snow and ice using appropriate tools during inclement weather.

Track supplies and assist with wildlife care, special events, and emergency tasks.

Equipment Operation: Ability to safely operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment, including riding lawnmowers, tractors, dump trucks, weed eaters, blowers, chainsaws, and hedge trimmers.

Repair and Maintenance: Skills to perform routine servicing and minor repairs on equipment.

Horticultural Knowledge: Understanding plant care, such as pruning, planting, and applying pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers.

Safety Practices: Knowledge of safety procedures and the ability to conduct safety inspections.

Organization & Time Management: Ability to independently prioritize and organize tasks to meet deadlines while staying adaptable to changing needs.

Problem Solving: Skill in quickly addressing maintenance issues and finding solutions.

Teamwork: Ability to work well with others, including collaborating on special projects and events.

Customer Service: Strong interpersonal skills to interact courteously and professionally with the public, including answering questions, providing directions, and addressing concerns.

Current ISA Certified Arborist.

Valid Pesticide License.

Experience in small engine mechanics and repair.

Experience in welding and metal fabrication.

Visit the to submit your application. Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee account.

This announcement is for one permanent, full-time, SEIU-represented Grounds Maintenance Worker 1 and may be used to fill other vacancies.

Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline. If you have questions about the announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact the Recruiter, Cassie Graham at: or 503-949-6169 (voice/text).

Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with low out-of-pocket cost

Paid days off –

In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.

Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

: As a state government employee, you may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. This means you could have your federal student loans forgiven after making 120 qualifying payments, helping you achieve financial freedom while serving the public.

Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.

Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visit .