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Under supervision, to perform general and varied grounds maintenance and gardening work; and to do other related work as required.
Qualifications Knowledge of
Basic methods, materials, tools and terminology used in grounds maintenance and gardening work
Safe working methods and procedures
Ability to
Effectively use hand and power tools common to grounds maintenance work
Perform heavy manual functions and activities
Understand and carry out oral and written directions in English
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Essential Duties Mows, edges, trims, and prunes landscaped areas
Prepares and fertilizes soil, plants, lawns, trees, shrubs, hedges, flowers, and a variety of other plants; hoes, weeds, and rakes lawns;
Sweeps and picks up paper and other debris from walks, driveways roofs and gutters
Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth
Waters landscaped areas by hand or by operation a sprinkling system
May spray ground areas with insecticides and herbicides, and building areas to rid the building of insects and other pests
May assist in the moving and arranging of bleachers, furniture, and a variety of other equipment for special events
May assist in the preparation, lining, and marking o athletic event areas
May load a light truck with trimmings and trash, and may drive it to a trash disposal area
Hauls sand, dirt, sawdust, and other materials utilized in the improving of landscaped areas
May assist in a variety of unskilled work involved in the erecting and repairing of fences and athletic fixtures
May assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of sprinkling and irrigation systems
Operates a variety of light grounds maintenance equipment, such as riding lawn mowers, edgers, lawn vacuums, blowers and sweepers.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions
Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 75 to 100 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
This type of work may involve ascending and descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps, and will involve walking or standing for extended periods.
Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate equipment and use hand tools, and handle and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.
Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather may occasionally be experienced.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.
Experience And Education A high school diploma or equivalent and any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill would be:
Experience One year of paid experience in grounds maintenance or gardening work
Education
High school graduation or GED
Requirements Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License
Whittier City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants shall be accorded equality of consideration without discrimination on the basis of the applicant's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, sex, or sexual orientation or his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
Requirements / Qualifications Application needs to be submitted with resume including references, 3 letters of recommendation and MUST submit proof of a minimum of high school graduation/GED
Please complete application and submit all requested documents by the deadline. • High School Proof (minimum requirement) must be submitted • DMV Driving record-CURRENT. (entire document includes "End") and is obtained in person at the Department of Motor Vehicles office. • Resume with references • Letters (3) of recommendation
- DMV Printout (Current DMV Driving History print out of 10 year driving history and obtained from DMV office in person)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three Letters of recommendation (3))
- Proof of HS Graduation (Copy of Diploma/certificate or transcripts MUST be submitted)
- Resume (Please include employment references with phone number contacts)
Requirements / Qualifications Application needs to be submitted with resume including references, 3 letters of recommendation and MUST submit proof of a minimum of high school graduation/GED
Please complete application and submit all requested documents by the deadline. • High School Proof (minimum requirement) must be submitted • DMV Driving record-CURRENT. (entire document includes "End") and is obtained in person at the Department of Motor Vehicles office. • Resume with references • Letters (3) of recommendation
- DMV Printout (Current DMV Driving History print out of 10 year driving history and obtained from DMV office in person)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three Letters of recommendation (3))
- Proof of HS Graduation (Copy of Diploma/certificate or transcripts MUST be submitted)
- Resume (Please include employment references with phone number contacts)
Comments and Other Information
Under supervision, to perform general and varied grounds maintenance and gardening work; and to do other related work as required. • • •YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED ONLY IF IT CLEARLY INDICATES THAT THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION ARE MET• • •
Comments and Other Information
Under supervision, to perform general and varied grounds maintenance and gardening work; and to do other related work as required. • • •YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED ONLY IF IT CLEARLY INDICATES THAT THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION ARE MET• • •
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