An opening is available for Grounds Maintenance/Custodian in the Utility Services Department. Working out of doors in all weather and conditions, overall duties of this position include, but are not limited to: cleaning, repairing and servicing all equipment used in grounds maintenance; maintaining grounds in a clean and orderly manner by mowing, raking, sweeping, digging, planting and maintaining bushes, shrubs, trees, grass, etc. as necessary through the use of hand tools or motorized vehicles to keep facilities clean and in a well-kept condition; landscaping new ground areas, repairing damaged ground areas, replacing bushes, hedges, shrubs and trees; applying herbicide and pesticide chemicals to grounds, trees, bushes, shrubs and lawns in order to control plant diseases and insects, arranging supplies, equipment, boxes, furniture and other items in a neat and orderly manner; utilizing a variety of tools and equipment such as shovels, rakes, riding mower, push mower, weed eater, wheel barrel, brooms, garden hoses, etc. and performing other duties for Dalton Utilities as required.
Required Skills:
Must be able to follow oral instructions and read written instructions.
Must have full dexterity of hands.
Must be able to walk up and down stairs.
Must be able to reach, stoop and stand for extended periods of time.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to use a range hand and power tools as needed to perform job duties.
Must be able to drive vehicle.
Must be able to obtain a CDL learner's permit within 12 months and CDL permit within 24 months.
This position is Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., with some occasional overtime.
Pay Range: $15.50/hr. - $21.00/hr. ($17.50- $23.00 w/ CDL)
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