What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper Trainee position at Oneida Nation?
FIRST POSTING TO ENROLLED ONEIDA TRIBAL MEMBERS ONLY
Salary is Negotiable
After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.
Summary :
Responsible for grounds maintenance for Nation's parks, roads and buildings. This position is responsible for snow removal, operating and maintenance of lawn equipment and hand tools required to complete daily duties. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Responsibilities :
- Operate and perform preventive maintenance for powered equipment : such as push mower, riding lawn mower, lawn tractor, twin axle vehicle, snow blower, edger, hedger, weed eater, backpack blower and hand tools
- Operate fleet vehicles to include pick-up truck with and without trailer, pick up with plow
- Use hand tools to complete daily job duties such as : shovel, rake, backpack blower, tree trimmer for lawn maintenance on grounds, parks, and roads
- Perform routine maintenance on all assigned equipment used to complete daily assigned duties
- Assist with landscape projects to include planting bulbs, trees, grubbing, underlayment, and edging
- Responsible for snow removal for sidewalks, parking lots, parks, and road and experience in operating a snow blower, shovel, salt, salt spreader, and truck with plow
- Assemble, repair, install playground equipment as needed, fall zones, grill maintenance, empty garbage, pick up litter, and maintain sports fields
- Shovel snow from sidewalk and salt walkways
- Maintain building repairs such as painting and moving office furniture and supplies
- Operate riding lawnmowers, snow blowers, small tractors, and small bobcat. Maintain all equipment used to perform duties
- Assist with installing various signs required for parks, roads, and grounds
- Assist D.P.W. Facilities with building repair, paint projects, office furniture relocation or disposal
- Assist with special events as required by department
- Complete all required paperwork before, during and end of assigned shift
- Report all defective or dangerous equipment to supervisor
- Attend all mandatory and required training to complete job duties
- Ability to work irregular schedule based on project demand and / or weather
- Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required
Skills : Essential :
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field :
Education with Equivalent Qualifications :
Essential :
Credentials : Essential :
Nonessential :
Working conditions : Essential :
Other information :
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation / State Compact and / or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and / or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and / or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma / degree, license, or certification upon employment.
