Essential Job Functions: Performs unskilled manual tasks involved in the maintenance of lawns; cuts grass, edges and trims shrubs; picks up litter and empties trash cans; loads and unloads trucks; replenishes supplies; maintains effective working conditions of necessary tools and equipment; operates light duty equipment; makes pick-ups and deliveries; operates tractors for mowing; supervises crews; responsible for Herbicide Release record keeping; May operate light duty equipment on relief, training or emergency basis.? Cleans and properly maintains tools; bags leaves; fills out vehicle maintenance reports; replenishes supplies; maintains effective working conditions of necessary tools and equipment.
Other Job Functions: Performs other duties as required. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
Working Conditions:Works inside and outside in all kinds of weather; exposure to dirt, dust, grime, noise, and the hazards of working around equipment. Work schedule will be discussed in job interview.
Knowledge: Knowledge of operating characteristics and serving of assigned equipment and applicable laws, ordinances, and regulation involved with assigned equipment. Work hazards, safety precautions; herbicide application.
Skills/Abilities: Some skill in the use and operation of hand and power tools and other equipment applicable to assignments; ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time and during unfavorable weather conditions; ability to read, write, and make decisions; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to lift and carry objects.
Physical Requirements: Constantly sees and hears; frequently stands, walks, cleans, drives, stoops, carries, lifts objects weighing up to 50 lbs.; infrequently climbs, crawls, kneels, sits, sorts, squats, twists body, writes, drags, pulls or pushes objects weighing up to 100 lbs.
Education/Experience: High school graduate or equivalent with a minimum five (5) years' experience in ground maintenance and staff supervision with some tree program experience.
Other: Must possess a valid Class C driver's license with a good driving record. Other state valid Driver's License equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record will be considered. Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver's license. Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test.
The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 880-3777 or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704.
The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.