Pima County

Grounds Specialist - Kino Sports Complex

Tucson, AZ · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$22k-$29kDetected 12 days ago

HRLeadershipPublic Speaking

About the role

Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics.
This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

Leads, participates, or operates independently to perform journey-level maintenance, repair, diagnosis, troubleshooting, construction, fabrication, and preventive maintenance in groundskeeping and landscaping.
Performs skilled analysis and repairs of groundskeeping equipment, systems, and vehicles;
Leads others in highly-skilled fabrication or modifications of existing or proposed groundskeeping equipment, facilities, systems, or their components based on verbal directions, sketches, plans, engineering drawings, or technical references;
Inspects, services, and maintains assigned groundskeeping tools, equipment, and vehicles;
Maintains comprehensive records of activities, operations, services, and usage related to groundskeeping vehicles, equipment, and systems;
Provides estimates for unique or complex operations, maintenance, and special projects based on rough sketches, engineering plans, or drawings, and documents the use and expenditure of materials, supplies, and equipment;
Coordinates activities within the groundskeeping unit with other units, agencies, or contractors to optimize resource use and minimize service disruptions;

Frequently required to lift, push or pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
Frequently required to exchange accurate information.
All positions are required to possess an Arizona certification as an herbicide/pesticide applicator (Category #3-Ornamental and Turf).
Valid driver license is required at time of application.
Valid AZ driver license with clean driving record is required at time of appointment.
Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

(Be specific in describing your experience in your application.
Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
Minimum three (3) years experience with irrigation systems on native turf soil and sand base fields.
Minimum three (3) years experience applying herbicide and pesticides.
Minimum three (3) years experience with/knowledge of sporting field layouts.
Minimum three (3) years experience in major league quality turf maintenance or landscaping.
Minimum one (1) year experience with computers including scheduling, inventory, and incident reporting.
Selection Procedure:

Inspects, approves, or certifies the work of others if certified or authorized to do so;
Prepares oral and written reports on groundskeeping activities;
Monitors contractor performance, including goods and services provided by contractors;
Conducts on-the-job training for employees within the groundskeeping unit;
Handles, stores, uses, and disposes of hazardous materials encountered or generated during groundskeeping activities.
Requires technical skills, specialized experience, and knowledge in grounds maintenance, as well as training in leadership or supervision.

$21.76 - $29.36 Per Hour
Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.
Hiring Range: $21.76 - $25.56 Per Hour

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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