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County of Blair Head Groundskeeper in Altoona, Pennsylvania

With minimal direct supervision, cares for and maintains buildings, trails, and grounds at Valley View Park on a seasonal basis so that each is in a neat, attractive, and safe condition. Oversees assignments, schedule, and performance of a seasonal, part-time employee.  Minimus 1 year's hands-on experience in grounds keeping, landscaping, construction work, maintenance, and/or directly related field.  Must also have supervisory skills and experience.  

  1. Supervises, schedules, and trains assigned personnel.
  2. Performs duties to ensure upkeep and appearance of trails and grounds at Valley View Park.
  3. Implements routine maintenance of grounds.
  4. Mows grass. Manages trimmings according to location and quantity. Applies mulch, fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides. Undertakes seeding, aeration, thatching, pest removal as necessary.
  5. Readies trails for warm-weather use, clears debris, defines edges, lays walkway material, etc.
  6. Prunes, trims trees, and shrubs. Picks up trimmings, and gathers droppings on a periodic basis.
  7. Tends to planting beds and items within. Irrigates. Prevents and removes weeds.
  8. Keeps grounds free of litter. Empties trash receptacles; replaces liners; rinses as needed.
  9. Operates and maintains inventory of equipment in safe manner and excellent working condition.
  10. Maintains reports on chemical storage and use.
  11. Performs duties to ensure upkeep and appearance of buildings at Valley View Park.
  12. Implements routine maintenance of buildings.
  13. Cleans restrooms. Clears toilet or sink clogs. Ensures adequate supply of soap and paper products.
  14. Examines facilities on a regular basis for purposes of preventive maintenance and safety inspections. Troubleshoots minor maintenance problems involving carpentry; cement masonry; electrical, structural, plumbing, or equipment repair or replacement. Reports mechanical malfunctions to appropriate party for action. Reports and/or resolves unsafe conditions.
  15. Carries out preventive maintenance such as basic rough and finish carpentry, caulking, basic cement masonry, drywall, painting, patching roofs or walls, repairing carpet, replacing glass.
  16. Replaces batteries and light bulbs. Repairs and replaces door knobs or locks, cabinet/desk/closet closures, or door hinges.
  17. Assembles, moves, or repairs playground equipment. Moves and sets up tables and chairs for pavilion events. Runs cables as necessary.
  18. Establishes standards and specifications for duties performed, equipment and materials use, as well as equipment and materials purchase.
  19. Facilitates routine maintenance of equipment (e.g., oil changes, tune-ups, lubrication, tire pressure checks).
  20. Uses variety of hand tools and power tools/equipment to perform essential duties. Operates vehicle.
  21. Builds and improves relationships with potential and existing customers.
  22. Maintains consistent, regular presence at work site(s).
  23. Performs other duties as assigned or directed.

Requirements:

  1. Holds high school diploma or GED.
  2. Minimum of one year's hands-on work experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, construction work, maintenance, or other directly related field
  3. Supervisory skills
  4. Knowledge of a variety of building maintenance procedures and techniques; knowledge of machinery, equipment, and tools necessary for maintenance and repair of hard and soft surfaces
  5. Works independently with minimal direct supervision.
  6. Works collaboratively with public works director, assistant highway superintendent, and facilities maintenance coordinator to provide uniform leadership.
  7. Demonstrated interpersonal relations and communications skills
  8. Fluency in English sufficient to perform essential functions of position
  9. Math skills sufficient to calculate payroll, invoice figures, proportions, percentages, and area
  10. Excellent organizational and time management skills
  11. Keen attention to details, due diligence initiative, and pride in work done well
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