Grounds and Landscape Assistant - Parks & Recreation (0526)

JOB READVERTISEMENT OF JOB POSTING - THOSE WHO HAVE ALREADY SUBMITTED AN APPLICATION DO NOT NEED TO RESUBMIT.

Under limited supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled manual labor tasks in the maintenance of County parks and open space properties including, but not limited to, general maintenance and care of park landscapes, gardens, lawns, grounds, etc.; acts as a helper for a craftsman or skilled trades worker; may operate a variety of hand and power tools; carries out park cleaning and other duties as assigned.

Please note

This is a temporary full-time position with an end date of September 30, 2026, and does not include benefits. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

(Illustrative Only)* Performs manual labor * Cleans and maintains County facilities and parks * Identifies and reports needed repairs * Performs grounds maintenance, including weeding, mowing, landscaping, graffiti removal, painting, and trash removal * May perform minor repairs * May assist with special events

*Essential functions of this position include: driving; lifting and carrying up to fifty (50) pounds when loading and unloading trucks; team lifting up to 100 pounds; working with and around other staff and the public. This position works outside most of the time.* SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION * Considerable knowledge of: + Basic park and facility maintenance and custodial practices + Operation of power and manual tools + Operation of light landscaping and maintenance equipment, including weed trimmers and backpack blowers + Operations of custodial equipment * Working knowledge of: + Tools, materials, methods, and practices used in park and facility custodial and maintenance work, including but not limited to weeding, trash removal, graffiti removal, painting, restroom cleaning, and minor repairs + Occupational hazards and safety precautions for storing and handling hazardous materials * Ability to: + Work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays + Work extended hours out of doors in varying weather conditions + Perform heavy manual labor + Effectively handle lifting objects weighing up to 60 pounds + Operate various types of tools and equipment safely and efficiently + Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety + Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public + Follow written and verbal instructions + Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.