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NASSAU COUNTYTitle:GROUNDSKEEPER I
Code:520010 YKK
CLASS SPECIFICATIONPage:1 of 1

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Supervises laborers engaged in the care and maintenance of public grounds; performs related duties as required.

COMPLEXITY OF DUTIES
Position requires the exercise of limited planning and judgment and the work is subject to routine inspection by superiors.

TYPICAL DUTIES
1.Supervises, assigns, inspects, and participates in groundskeeping activities.
2.Supervises the maintenance and marking of athletic fields.
3.Supervises the removal of dirt, rubbish, snow, leaves, and all other refuse from public grounds, walks, and parking areas.
4.Keeps records of employees and equipment.
5.Drives truck and other motorized equipment as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
1.Knowledge of the procedures and equipment used in the care and maintenance of public grounds.
2.Knowledge of the care of lawns, trees, and shrubs.
3.Ability to operate and to make routine repairs to groundskeeping equipment.
4.Ability to supervise, assign, and train laborers in performing groundskeeping activities.
5.Ability to keep simple records and make reports.
6.Ability to follow oral instructions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Training and Experience
Ability to read, write, and speak English;
and
Two years of experience in the care and maintenance of public grounds.

Necessary Special Requirement
Appropriate motor vehicle operator's license issued by New York State.


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