Job Description
JOB INFORMATION Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 6:30 a.m. 3:00 p.m.; full-benefits This position will perform routine manual work consisting of a wide variety of parks maintenance and custodial tasks for the Division of Parks and Recreation and will, as needed, drive a dump truck with trailer or other Parks and Recreation vehicle.Supervision is received from a Park Maintenance Supervisor and/or Parks Maintenance Leader.NOTE:The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy.For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate.Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members.If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees.The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan).This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan Vesting after 5 years of service Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.Work/Life balance programs include:Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan NOTE:Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year.For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Work on small construction projects (bridges, trails, etc.) Clean picnic shelters and buildings Cut grass and weeds Apply herbicides/pesticides as directed Plant trees and do other landscaping work Maintain trails and roadways; clear brush and dead trees Remove trash and debris Operate tools and equipment in a safe manner and return them to the appropriate storage areas Adhere to the preventive maintenance program for all assigned equipment Perform other related duties as required To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The essential duties do not cover all duties that may be assigned.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Possession of a valid automobile operator's license KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges Knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in maintenance and/or construction work Knowledge of hazards associated with the operation and care of various tools and equipment (e.g.trucks, mowers, chain saws, power tools, etc.) with knowledge of appropriate safety precautions Ability to operate and care for equipment in a safe and effective manner Accurate clerical skills, including the ability to properly complete and maintain inventory forms, work records and other paperwork Ability to understand and follow spoken and written (English) instructions Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:Park maintenance work experience Snow removal work experience High school graduation or the equivalent Landscaping or general construction experience PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly walk, and lift up to 20 pounds; frequently sit, lift between 20 - 50 pounds, push up to and over 40 pounds, pull up to and over 40 pounds and reach; occasionally climb, stoop