Groundskeeper II - (GNS)

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=106715andPostingSeq=1Agency InformationWe are committed to transforming lives and building safter communities by working collaboratively, communicating openly, and upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Our team models accountability, transparency, and respect, taking proactive steps to ensure the physical and emotional safety of youth, staff, and the community. We strive for excellence through continuous growth, thoughtful decision making, and mission driven collaboration, supporting one another while embracing challenges that lead to meaningful, long-term impact.Job DescriptionPerforms grounds maintenance work involving caring for and maintaining the appearance of grounds, gardens, and exterior areas of buildings, and maintaining and caring for groundskeeping tools, supplies, and equipment.Essential Job DutiesMows and trims grass. Prepares ground for planting. Trims, waters, removes, and plants trees, flowers, and shrubs. Operates powered equipment such as mowers, tractors, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning shears. Removes dirt, rubbish, and refuse from grounds. Cleans groundskeeping tools, equipment, and supplies. Services, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on groundskeeping equipment. Drives trucks to pick up or haul materials, supplies, and dirt. Mixes, sprays, or spreads fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, flowers, and trees, using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders. Inspects for pests and diseases and takes steps for their eradication. Facilitates the set-up of events on the grounds. Paint various locations and items on campus. Will be required to travel up to 10% of the time. Performs related work as assignedGROUNDSKEEPER II: Performs complex (journey-level) grounds and building maintenance work. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees at this level may work more independently than the previous levels, and they may routinely assist other staff in performing work of greater complexity. Employees at this level may: Repair and perform preventive maintenance work on fountains, planters, parking lots, driveways, roads, fences, and sidewalks. Inspect building exteriors and parking facilities for cleanliness, completion of requested work, and needed repairs. Conduct minor facility and equipment repairs and installations. Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested time frames.Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.Will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.Actively embody and support the Texas Model by demonstrating its core values in daily tasks and interactions with others.Minimum QualificationsMust have a high school diploma or equivalent and 1 year experience in groundskeeping work.Note: Any degree, diploma, high school equivalent, or course hours required to meet minimum qualifications must be from an accredited educational institution. REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION, OR LICENSURE Must have a current valid driver license. Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesKnowledge of the planting and care of trees, shrubbery, flowers, and grasses.Skill in the use of groundskeeping hand tools and equipment, in the operation of motorized and gas-powered equipment, and in the maintenance and repair of sidewalks and parking lots.Ability to maintain and care for hand and power tools and equipment. Knowledge of pesticides, fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, and fu gicides; and of hand and power tools and equipment. Ability to detect diseases in trees, shrubbery, flowers, and grasses.Physical RequirementsThe following physical demands and working conditions are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.AnalyzingAbility to communicate effectively, orally and in writingAbility to seeAbility to hear (with aid)Ability to perform tactile discernmentIdentify colorsDepth perceptionOperate motor equipmentHeavy lifting, 45 lbs. and overHeavy carrying, 45 lbs. and overClimbing laddersClimbing stairsPullingPushingRepeated bendingReaching above shoulderDual simultaneous graspingFinger/manual dexterityWalkingStandingSittingCrawlingTwistingKneelingStoopingBenefitsState of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov. Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health and life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary ADandD Insurance, Dependent Health and Life insurance, Health and Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, and career ladder advancementsMilitary/Veteran InformationIn order to receive veterans preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), VA disability rating (if applicable), or a DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty) must be attached to your application. For Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk, please visit: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC\_ProgramManagement.pdfAdditional InformationI