James City County
James City County
Lead Groundskeeper
$36,565 or higher DOQ + $2,000 Sign On Bonus + Full-Time County Benefits .
James City County’s General Services Department is hiring a Lead Groundskeeper to perform experienced work serving as a lead worker for the landscaping and maintenance of County-owned property including parks, athletic fields, rights-of-way, and other grounds and planted areas. Signing bonus of $2000 is offered to eligible candidates.
Responsibilities:
Oversees work of team members during operations including accountability for job completion, materials selection, coordination of logistics, and overall welfare and performance of assigned personnel; works with Superintendent to establish maintenance schedule for ground and planted areas; leads and assigns work to crew; assists with training employees and evaluating employee performance.
Maintains grounds-keeping equipment by performing preventive maintenance and minor corrective maintenance; may operate heavy equipment requiring a Commercial Driver’s License.
Maintains appearance of grounds including mowing, edging, weeding, watering, trimming, raking and planting; maintains sidewalks and other paved areas by picking up debris including rubbish, pine cones, sticks, branches, etc.; clears snow from sidewalks and makes passageways around the County buildings as needed.
May move office furniture, boxes, and other office items as requested, including voting machines; assists in building maintenance/repair/ renovations and special construction projects as required; may perform athletic field maintenance work as needed to maintain safe and aesthetically pleasing playing surfaces, including irrigation controls/repair and troubleshooting.
Acts as supervisor in the absence of the Parks and Grounds Foreman.
(Athletic Fields Only) Assists in building and school maintenance projects as required, including but not limited to snow removal operations, street sweeping operations, event setup, BMP maintenance, trail maintenance, general county wide landscaping, and any other duty as assigned; and, maintains appearance and playability and safety of athletic field areas, to include mowing, watering, trimming, skinned infields, lining, edging, irrigation operation, troubleshooting and repair, and any other area associated with athletic.
This job is considered essential personnel and will be required to work during and following natural disasters and emergency situations.
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma, supplemented by training and/or an Associate’s degree in a related field; and, some experience with methods, equipment, materials and tools used in grounds maintenance work as needed to maintain gardens, building grounds and paved areas including application of pesticides; some experience supervising the work of others preferred.
Must possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on James City County’s criteria; a valid Virginia Class A or B Commercial driver’s license preferred.
Must possess or obtain within twelve (12) months of hire certification as a Pesticide Registered Technician form the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Office of Pesticide Services.
Knowledge of grounds-keeping procedures, equipment and maintenance techniques; safety standards, practices, procedures and techniques pertaining to grounds and facilities maintenance and equipment; knowledge of chemical composition, structure and properties and chemical processes and transformations.
Skill in operating a computer to include use of E-mail and databases.
Ability to perform strenuous physical labor; operate powered grounds-keeping equipment and electric hand tools; deal courteously with the public; follow oral and written instructions; plan, coordinate and guide the work of others; effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application i s required for your application to be considered.
Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov
Lead Groundskeeper
$36,565 or higher DOQ + $2,000 Sign On Bonus + Full-Time County Benefits .
James City County’s General Services Department is hiring a Lead Groundskeeper to perform experienced work serving as a lead worker for the landscaping and maintenance of County-owned property including parks, athletic fields, rights-of-way, and other grounds and planted areas. Signing bonus of $2000 is offered to eligible candidates.
Responsibilities:
Oversees work of team members during operations including accountability for job completion, materials selection, coordination of logistics, and overall welfare and performance of assigned personnel; works with Superintendent to establish maintenance schedule for ground and planted areas; leads and assigns work to crew; assists with training employees and evaluating employee performance.
Maintains grounds-keeping equipment by performing preventive maintenance and minor corrective maintenance; may operate heavy equipment requiring a Commercial Driver’s License.
Maintains appearance of grounds including mowing, edging, weeding, watering, trimming, raking and planting; maintains sidewalks and other paved areas by picking up debris including rubbish, pine cones, sticks, branches, etc.; clears snow from sidewalks and makes passageways around the County buildings as needed.
May move office furniture, boxes, and other office items as requested, including voting machines; assists in building maintenance/repair/ renovations and special construction projects as required; may perform athletic field maintenance work as needed to maintain safe and aesthetically pleasing playing surfaces, including irrigation controls/repair and troubleshooting.
Acts as supervisor in the absence of the Parks and Grounds Foreman.
(Athletic Fields Only) Assists in building and school maintenance projects as required, including but not limited to snow removal operations, street sweeping operations, event setup, BMP maintenance, trail maintenance, general county wide landscaping, and any other duty as assigned; and, maintains appearance and playability and safety of athletic field areas, to include mowing, watering, trimming, skinned infields, lining, edging, irrigation operation, troubleshooting and repair, and any other area associated with athletic.
This job is considered essential personnel and will be required to work during and following natural disasters and emergency situations.
Requirements:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma, supplemented by training and/or an Associate’s degree in a related field; and, some experience with methods, equipment, materials and tools used in grounds maintenance work as needed to maintain gardens, building grounds and paved areas including application of pesticides; some experience supervising the work of others preferred.
Must possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on James City County’s criteria; a valid Virginia Class A or B Commercial driver’s license preferred.
Must possess or obtain within twelve (12) months of hire certification as a Pesticide Registered Technician form the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Office of Pesticide Services.
Knowledge of grounds-keeping procedures, equipment and maintenance techniques; safety standards, practices, procedures and techniques pertaining to grounds and facilities maintenance and equipment; knowledge of chemical composition, structure and properties and chemical processes and transformations.
Skill in operating a computer to include use of E-mail and databases.
Ability to perform strenuous physical labor; operate powered grounds-keeping equipment and electric hand tools; deal courteously with the public; follow oral and written instructions; plan, coordinate and guide the work of others; effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application i s required for your application to be considered.
Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov
Clark County
Vancouver, WA
Job Summary
In the Department of Public Works at Clark County, we look for people who can grow, think, lead and inspire. We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill, passion and commitment to public service.
As the Wastewater Maintenance Technician II, you will, perform a variety of highly skilled work in the maintenance and repair of the wastewater treatment facility, pump station and portions of the collection system. You will work with considerable independence in all types of climates, and is responsible for the inspection, adjustment, installation, troubleshooting, repair and preventive maintenance of all equipment and structures associated with the wastewater treatment facility.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
Any combination of experience of the noted essential job functions listed that establishes candidate’s abilities, skills and knowledge will be considered to establish minimum years of experience required.
Requires High School Diploma or equivalent (i.e. G.E.D.) with demonstrated proficiency in reading, writing and mathematics.
Formal or vocational training in industrial mechanical maintenance enough to demonstrate proficiency in all skills, knowledge, and abilities listed.
Minimum 5 years working experience in industrial maintenance setting.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
The ideal candidate will have the following strengths:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with multi levels of the organization including other outside agencies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced knowledge of Reading, comprehending, interpreting and understanding complex technical manuals, machine blueprints, specifications and electrical schematics
Basic skills in methods, materials, tools, and practices for installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of process control instrumentation and the ability to understand the testing equipment of the instrument and electrical technician trade.
Advanced skills in hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical theory as well as fabrication and use of all related shop tools.
Advanced knowledge of all pertinent safety practices and procedures as related to wastewater operations and maintenance.
An online application is required. For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at: https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county Salary Grade: Local 307.111 ($28.07 - $34.23) per hour
Job Summary
In the Department of Public Works at Clark County, we look for people who can grow, think, lead and inspire. We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill, passion and commitment to public service.
As the Wastewater Maintenance Technician II, you will, perform a variety of highly skilled work in the maintenance and repair of the wastewater treatment facility, pump station and portions of the collection system. You will work with considerable independence in all types of climates, and is responsible for the inspection, adjustment, installation, troubleshooting, repair and preventive maintenance of all equipment and structures associated with the wastewater treatment facility.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
Any combination of experience of the noted essential job functions listed that establishes candidate’s abilities, skills and knowledge will be considered to establish minimum years of experience required.
Requires High School Diploma or equivalent (i.e. G.E.D.) with demonstrated proficiency in reading, writing and mathematics.
Formal or vocational training in industrial mechanical maintenance enough to demonstrate proficiency in all skills, knowledge, and abilities listed.
Minimum 5 years working experience in industrial maintenance setting.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
The ideal candidate will have the following strengths:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with multi levels of the organization including other outside agencies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced knowledge of Reading, comprehending, interpreting and understanding complex technical manuals, machine blueprints, specifications and electrical schematics
Basic skills in methods, materials, tools, and practices for installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of process control instrumentation and the ability to understand the testing equipment of the instrument and electrical technician trade.
Advanced skills in hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical theory as well as fabrication and use of all related shop tools.
Advanced knowledge of all pertinent safety practices and procedures as related to wastewater operations and maintenance.
An online application is required. For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at: https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county Salary Grade: Local 307.111 ($28.07 - $34.23) per hour