What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper - Veterans Assistance - Kanawha Co. position at State of West Virginia?
Nature of Work
Maintains the grounds, cleans areas and assists with landscaping by cleaning sidewalks, mowing lawns, trimming trees and shrubs, sweeping, loading wood debris, feeding a chipper and using a blower to remove sawdust, chips and shavings. Removing trees and stumps, operating chippers and stump grinders, raking leaves, edging, preparing and planting flower beds, seeding the lawns, caring for plants, removing insects and picking up litter. Secures areas for public safety in emergencies by clearing streets and walkways, moving trash cans and loose pots, removing branches and refuse from the grounds, assisting emergency personnel, and being on call to respond to emergencies.
Provides foundation service by digging holes, mixing and pouring concrete, and moving, installing and aligning headstones and markers.
Assists with funeral services by erecting tents, assisting with grave digging, filling in graves, disposing of funeral flowers, keeping records and preparing reports.
Operates and maintains vehicles and equipment by checking fluid levels, refueling, checking tire pressure, fuses and light bulbs; cleaning, adjusting and sharpening chain saws; changing, sharpening and greasing chipper blades and stump grinder teeth.
Performs prevention maintenance on structures, roads and parking spaces on cemetery grounds.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
IMPORTANT: Your eligibility will be based on information provided in your resume or application; therefore, make sure your resume or application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application OR upload a resume to your submission.
ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority. If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact that information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.
Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
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Minimum Qualifications
Training: None required.
Experience: Six months of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in groundskeeping work.
Special Requirement: Possession of a valid driver's license may be required.
***The Division of Personnel uses your complete work history to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.***
