Conservation Grounds Maintenance

Job Overview

Description
The Grounds Maintenance positions under the general supervision of the Executive Director, will assist in the maintenance and development of all parks, preserves, and management areas under the jurisdiction of the Dubuque County Conservation Board. This is a temporary, part-time position, with varied hours up to a maximum of 24 hours per week.

Job Duties

• Performs routine maintenance of facilities, grounds, and equipment; primarily mowing, refuse and debris removal.
• Assists in the construction, installation, removal and repair of facilities.
• Operates various hand and power tools, vehicles, tractors and mowing equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and vehicles.
• Reports problems with facilities, grounds or equipment to Director, Deputy Director or Park Rangers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Graduate; must be at least 18 years old.-Valid Driver’s License, CDL preferred-Working knowledge of tools, equipment, and methods used in the park and recreation setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively.-Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Willingness to work a non-standard workweek; including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to pass a criminal background investigation.

Supplemental Information
Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds; ability to climb steps, squat, stoop; ability to be on feet for a minimum of one hour; ability to sit in the same position for extended periods of time; ability to reach above head; ability to withstand extremes of temperature, all with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity

Dubuque County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Human Resources Department at (563) 589-4441.