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Maintain landscape and streets of John Knox Village under supervision.
Responsible for following
instructions and carrying out assignments properly.
Supportive of the Village’s mission, values, and service/hospitality (PRIDE) expectations.
Completes training hours as required by policy.
Cuts lawns using hand mower or power mower. Trims and edges walks, flower beds and walls using clippers, weed cutters and edging tools. Prune shrubs and trees. Removes damaged leaves and branches using shears, pruner or saw. Cleans grounds and removes litter, cleans gutters, drainage ditches/ culverts.
Spreads salt on public passageways to prevent ice build-up. Shovels snow from walks and driveways. May also plow and use snow blower. Available on-call for snow removal and helps with cold patch repair.
Plants grass, flowers, trees and shrubs, amends beds.
Repair equipment, irrigation systems, fences, gates, walls, walks and bumper blocks. Grinds/sharpens tools.
May perform ground maintenance duties using tractor equipped with attachments.
Trash pickup, recycling, empties excrement bins, takes care of mulching/compost.
Operates forklift, Bobcat, street sweeper, chain saw and other lawn equipment.
Pulls weeds, helps with leaf removal in the fall and gum balls in the spring
Sprays under management license and applies fertilizers
Handles work orders and move jobs, including furniture, pianos, couches, etc.
Sets up for John Knox Village events.
Ability to learn and implement proper watering techniques for annuals, proper watering trees and shrubs to avoid overwatering, watering seed and sod.
Adheres to all safety regulations and requirements.
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Maintains acceptable standards of workplace conduct.
The responsibilities described above represent the primary responsibilities of the job. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor as warranted by business needs. The incumbent is expected to perform all assigned responsibilities.
This position requires the level of education typically acquired by a course of study leading to a high school diploma or GED.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must have or be able to obtain a Missouri Class E driver’s license or equivalent within 30 days of hire.
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Maximum occasional lift of 50 lbs from floor-51 inches; maximum occasional carry of 50 lbs for 100 ft; maximum occasional push horizontal force of 50 lbs at 35 inch height for distance of 3 ft; maximum occasional push/pull vertical force of 40 lbs at height of 35 inches; maximum occasional grip force of 90 lbs; maximum frequent forward reach for distance of 40 inches; maximum occasional lateral reach of 35 in; maximum occasional overhead reach to height of 80 inches; constant bend; occasional crouch/kneel; constant neck flexion; frequent trunk rotation; frequent hand coordination; occasional foot coordination; occasional balance; constant standing/walking; occasional sitting.
PDC Level: Heavy
Additional Comments: Exposed to extremes of outdoor conditions and temperatures as well as vibratory tool use
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/Given
Frequent supervision from Manager of Grounds or Grounds Coordinator. Gives no supervision.
EOE/D/V Nicotine-Free & Drug Free Workplace Post-offer background check and health screening required
Questions can be directed to careers@jkv.org
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