Grounds Maintenance Worker 1

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The Oregon Military Department is a state agency that supports the Oregon National Guard. You are NOT required to be a member of the Oregon National Guard to apply for this position.

The Oregon Military Department is recruiting for a Grounds Maintenance Worker 1. This is a permanent full-time state position located at the Rees Training Center in Hermiston, Oregon.

This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees’ (AFSCME) union.

NOTE: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

OMD is dedicated to diversity efforts that reinforce respectful treatment of others in the workplace. These efforts focus on identifying ways to work better together, reducing conflict by increasing understanding, improving collaboration, fostering teamwork, and increasing productivity and quality of services delivered by OMD.

What You Will be Doing
Employee maintains roads and grounds, such duties consist of turf management for mowing of lawns, fields and training areas; irrigation activities; fertilization and pesticide functions; flower bed maintenance, pruning activities, and roadway maintenance using tractors, mowers, blowers, weed eaters, brush cutters, chain saws, garden tools, etc.

Working Conditions
Subject to loud noise and unsanitary work conditions several times monthly. Regularly exposed to dust and blowing sand. Works in inclement weather. Must be able to lift 70 lbs. and carry equipment such as weed eaters, backpack sprayers and blowers for sustained periods. Must be able to operate mowers and weed eaters on uneven terrain and hillsides. Positions require the willingness to work with and around restricted-use pesticides. Operates motor vehicles, tractors, mowers, man lifts, backhoes and forklifts.

What You Need to Qualify
An associate degree in landscape technology, horticulture, turf management or closely related field

-AND-
six (6) months of landscape experience.

***OR***
Two (2) years of landscape experience.

Additional Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid driver license and acceptable driving record.

Desired Skills/Experience

Experience with tools and machinery required in landscaping.

Conditions of Employment

Must have and maintain a favorable Criminal background History check and be able to obtain and maintain a favorable Department of Defense National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) Suitability Determination (T1). Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude appointment, the circumstances involved in the conviction will be considered.

Employee is required to maintain a drug/alcohol free workplace in accordance with OMD Drug/Alcohol CPM’s, Policies, and the Statewide Drug Free Workplace Policy 50-000-01.

Work Experience
The work experience section of your application must include a clear description of your experience to determine if you meet the required skills (minimum and special qualifications) and at what level you meet the requested skills. Your answers to supplemental questions about your specific experience must also be supported in the work experience statements in your application form and, if requested, your resume. Supplemental materials such as cover letters and/or a resume will NOT be used to determine candidate's qualifications.

Work experience is based on a 40-hour work week. (Example: 20 hours a week for one year would equal six-months of work experience.

You Must Download the Following to Your Application
(Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not moving forward in the process)

A current resume that clearly describes your experience and/or education related to the requirements of the position and demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements of the position as listed.

The Oregon Military Department is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer, committed to a diverse workforce with equal opportunity programs.

Additional Information

What We Have to Offer You
Great Benefits- The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage. competitive benefits package.
Work Life Balance- 12 Paid holidays, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave and sick leave.
Additional Benefits- In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Career Development - Learn new skills, Career Growth Opportunities, Great Team Environment, and a sense of belonging. With Oregon Military Department, you will feel excited about the work you do and feel valued for your contribution and collaboration.
Our Team- The Oregon Military Department is a team of diverse, dedicated, and collaborative individuals that work together to support our states Army and Air National Guard. Visit our agency website at

Need Assistance?
If you require an alternate format to complete the employment process, you may call Recruitment Services at 971-355-3984. Please be prepared to leave a message describing the alternate format needed.

Veteran Percentage Points
Since the time of the Civil War, Veterans of the Armed Forces have been given some degree of preference in appointments to government jobs. In recognizing the sacrifices made by those serving in the Armed Forces, Congress enacted laws to prevent veterans seeking employment from being penalized because of the time spent in military service. To receive veterans’ preference points, when you answer “yes” you are a veteran, you will receive a task from your Workday account requesting you to upload your military documents. Please do NOT attach your military documents to your initial application.

To qualify for 5 points

A copy of your DD214/DD215 showing honorable discharge from active duty.

To qualify for 10 points
A copy of your veterans’ disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veterans Affairs showing honorable discharge from active duty and that you have a service-connected disability.

For Transitioning Service-Members

A “working” Copy of your DD215-DD215 (typically Member-4) showing under honorable conditions discharge from active duty within 120 days or Less from Ending Term of Service (ETS) date.

For additional detailed information regarding Veteran Preference Point Laws visit: .

Pay Equity
As an employer, the State of Oregon complies with HB 2005 Pay Equity. We do not discriminate based on protected class in the payment of wages, and we do not screen applicants based on their current or past compensation. We determine salary from applicable professional experience and education. Please visit: for more information.

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Contact Information
Shawn Potapoff

971-209-5712