Major Responsibilities:

·         Cuts and trims grass, removes weeds, repairs damaged lawns, plants and prunes shrubs, flowers, bushes, etc. Waters landscaped areas, grass, plants, and flowers. Rakes and blows leaves.

·         Assists in the design and recommendation of landscaping options.

·         Sprays lawn, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides.

·         Cleans, power washes, and sweeps the sidewalks, parking lots, and surrounding paved areas. Treats and applies sealants to sidewalks, asphalt, and wood.

·         Removes snow and ice, and applies salt to paved areas, roadways and sidewalks. May refill the salt bins.

·         Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on gardening and grounds equipment, and sprinkler systems. Inspects, identifies, and reports signs that need repair.

·         Removes and transfers trash/garbage from the facility area. Removes debris and assists in maintaining a clean, orderly appearance of the property.

·         Moves furniture and equipment throughout the facility and/or to offsite locations.

·         Completes grounds condition reports on a regular basis.

·         May assist in cleaning out and removing icicles from rain gutters.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

·         A valid drivers license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles.

Education Required:

·         No Formal Education.

Experience Required:

·         Typically requires 1 year of experience in groundskeeping that includes experience in landscaping, snow removal, moving furniture and/or operating and maintaining a variety of lawn and grounds equipment and sprinkler systems.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

·         Current driving record that meets Aurora fleet safety standards.

·         Knowledge of methods of landscaping, occupational hazards, safety precautions, and the proper use of fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides.

·         Knowledge, skills, and ability to use, service, and repair grounds equipment including but not limited to: mowers, edgers, trimmers, etc.

·         Basic computer skills.

·         Good communication skills.

·         Demonstrated ability to work independently and to problem solve.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

·         Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, climb, and reach above shoulders at various times throughout the workday.

·         Must be able to:

·         lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead.

·         lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest-level.

·         lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.

·         Must be able to:

·         push/pull with 50 lbs. of force.

·         Exposed to mechanical, chemical and explosive hazards therefore protective clothing must be worn as necessary.

·         Exposure to varying temperatures ranging from 0( to 120(F along with rain, sleet and snow.

·         Atmosphere may contain dust, odors and fumes.

·         Position requires travel, therefore may be exposed to road and weather hazards.

·         Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.