Laborer A02 Amended

Major Duties: Responsible for maintaining lawns landscaped areas trees shrubs gardens and other outdoor areas in a clean safe and attractive condition. This position performs a variety of manual labor and grounds maintenance duties including mowing trimming planting mulching weeding pruning debris removal and general property cleanup. Follow all safety procedures when operating equipment and handling tools materials and chemicals. Maintain sidewalks walkways parking areas and other exterior areas as assigned. Assist with seasonal grounds maintenance including spring and fall cleanup and snow/ice-related duties when applicable.
Identify and report damaged equipment unsafe conditions irrigation problems plant disease or other property maintenance concerns to the supervisor. Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Take action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards and any injury occupational illness and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.

Performs other related duties as required.

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EVALUATIONS:

Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge and skills sufficient to operate lawn mowers string trimmers edgers blowers and other landscaping equipment. Knowledge and skill sufficient to read signs and follow simple oral and written instructions. Ability to work safely while moving light to heavy weight objects.

Responsibility: Works with specific oral and written instructions. Worker is called upon to use continual care due to the nature of tools and equipment used and the weight of objects handled. After receipt of instructions worker may complete duties involving several distinct tasks or steps independently. (eg. remove weeds and unwanted vegetation from landscaped areas sidewalks and other designated areas. Rake blow collect and dispose of leaves grass clippings branches and other landscape debris).

Physical Effort: Exerts moderately heavy physical effort in doing such tasks as occasionally lifting and carrying heavy objects; frequently lifting and carrying moderately heavy objects; and frequently pushing heavy furniture loaded carts etc. Lifts and carries objects up to 45 lbs independently and objects over 45 lbs with assistance.

Working Conditions: Work may be performed outdoors occasionally in bad weather involving exposure to extreme temperatures. Working conditions may expose the worker to drafts noise dust and dirt and require working outside for long periods. The tools equipment and heavy objects involved occasionally present chances of serious injury.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.