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NASSAU COUNTYTitle:GROUNDSKEEPER
SPECIAL DISTRICTSCode:730016 4AQ
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 removal of dirt, rubbish, snow, leaves and all other refuse from public grounds, walks and parking areas.
3.Keeps records of employees and equipment.
4.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
1.Ability to read, write, and speak English
and
2.Two years of experience in the care and maintenance of public grounds.

Necessary Special Requirement
Possession of an appropriate class, valid New York State Driver License.


9/22/75
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