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Town of Schuyler Falls Groundskeeper in Morrisonville, New York
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The duties of this class involve routine manual work in grounds maintenance activities. The work is performed under the general supervision of a higher ranking employee and assignments are outlined in detail and inspected periodically. The incumbent does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only) Mows, rakes, and cuts grass; Keeps grounds free of litter; Removes snow and ice and spreads sand and salt on walks, pathways, drives, and parking lots; Fertilizes, seeds, and cultivates lawns and athletic fields; Participates in the preparation, lay out, and maintenance of athletic fields and other recreation areas; Operates trucks, mowers, tractors, or snow plows in performance of duties; Hauls and spreads top soil, gravel, and related groundskeeping materials; Plants and cares for trees, shrubs, and plants; Performs minor equipment maintenance of lawnmowers, chainsaws, weed trimmers, line strippers, etc.; Performs a variety of routine manual maintenance tasks. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Working knowledge of grounds maintenance activities; Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions; Willingness to perform manual work; Physical strength and endurance. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: None SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: If operation of a motor vehicle is required for this position, the candidate must be eligible for the appropriate level New York State drivers license. Possession of the license at the time of appointment.