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Groundskeeper Jobs in Pocatello, ID at Pocatello Fire Department
Title: Groundskeeper
Company: Pocatello Fire Department
Location: Pocatello, ID
This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information,
please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2532273
#### Seasonal Information {#seasonal-information role="heading" aria-level="2" uw-rm-heading="level"}
- This is a seasonal position within the Parks & Recreation
Department.**
- **Placement on the Seasonal Pay Scale and associated steps relate
Directly To Position, Qualifications, And Experience With The City
of Pocatello.**
- **Employment with the City of Pocatello is contingent on passing a
background check.**
#### Job Description {#job-description role="heading" aria-level="3" uw-rm-heading="level"}
Perform manual, skilled, and unskilled labor in the cleaning,
maintenance and repair of grounds and facilities at and around City
parks/facilities and on or adjacent to public rights-of-way. Performs
general construction, maintenance, and repairs to a wide array of City
buildings and infrastructure. This position requires applicants to be 16
years of age or older.
The job requires working knowledge of construction and landscape
techniques and general cleaning and janitorial methods. The job requires
the ability to utilize hand and power tools in a safe manner. The job
requires the ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative working
relationship with elected and appointed officials, other City employees,
other organizations, and the general public. Individuals must be capable
of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.
The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather
conditions, in wet and humid conditions, with areas of dust, odors,
mist, gases or other airborne matter. Employees work in/at places where
they are exposed to mechanical hazards. Employees will also drive a
vehicle as part of this position. This position works days, evenings,
and weekends as required.
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Performs maintenance, up-keep and game field preparations for
various City baseball/softball, soccer and football fields.
- May be responsible for driving a City vehicle to various
ballfield/sports field facilities throughout the City, as assigned.
Operates a variety of mowers to maintain athletic fields and lawns;
inspects tractor and mower for safe and proper operation; maintains
equipment as needed, replaces fuel, fluids, and oil.
- Mows, edges, trims and rakes fields; operates riding mowers, push
mowers, light duty vehicles, blowers, sweepers, trimmers, edger, and
weed eaters. Rakes, sweeps, blows and picks up clippings, paper, and
trash from athletic fields.
- Performs daily Baseball/Softball Field maintenance, including
filling infield holes, adding clay to infield when necessary, and
inspecting the ball fields for proper safety. Prepare ballfields for
game activities, including dragging the infield, chalking the field
according to specified dimensions, watering infield, and setting
bases.
- Job requires ability to understand and execute oral & written
directions in performance of grounds maintenance activities.
- Perform other duties as directed by Lead Groundskeeper or Team
Sports Program Manager and/or Specialist.
- Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to
assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at
any time.
**ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS**
- Applicant must be 16 years of age or older;
- High school diploma or GED is preferred;
- Two (2) to five (5) years of experience may be required;
- Specialized certifications, construction and/or supervisory
experience may be required;
- Idaho Drivers license is required.
An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the
required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform t he
Essential Functions Of The Position May Be Considered.
**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS**
While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is
frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, climb
ladders, work at heights, and in confined spaces. The job requires
hand/finger dexterity to handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach
with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment
and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move
up to 100 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing
capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public
is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
With Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions.
#### Company Description {#company-description uw-rm-heading="prs"}
Nestled in the foothills of the majestic Rocky Mountains, Pocatello
offers a perfect blend of work and play. With a semi-arid climate, you
can experience the best of all four seasons, from hiking and skiing to
fishing and camping. Plus, you're just a short drive away from
Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Lava Hot Springs,
and other must-visit destinations.
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal
background check.
