Grounds Maintenance Technician II POS# 109030004

Position Overview

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The Grounds Maintenance Technician II is a Crew Leader who is responsible for maintaining the safety, appearance, and functionality of County properties through skilled landscaping and grounds maintenance work. This position performs a variety of tasks, including planting, pruning, fertilizing, mowing, and applying approved chemicals in compliance with environmental and safety standards. The technician also assists with irrigation system maintenance, erosion and drainage control, and the removal of debris, snow, and refuse to ensure well-kept and accessible public spaces.

The role requires operating and maintaining a wide range of equipment, such as commercial mowers, tractors, backhoes, and skid steers. Working both independently and as part of a crew, the technician is expected to demonstrate sound judgment, initiative, and attention to detail while maintaining County properties to the highest standards. Employees may also provide guidance to less experienced crew members and perform related duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties

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• Serves as a crew leader and working foreman, providing daily direction, oversight, and coordination of grounds maintenance operations within assigned County facilities and properties
• Supervises and participates in the maintenance of landscaped areas, including mowing, trimming, cultivating, planting, pruning, fertilizing, and maintaining turfgrass, trees, shrubs, flowers, and other vegetation
• Ensures compliance with applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to OSHA standards and safe work practices
• Plans, assigns, prioritizes, and monitors daily work activities; conducts crew meetings to communicate expectations, safety requirements, work assignments, and operational objectives
• Monitors employee performance and work quality; addresses performance concerns, d...