Salary: $24.34 – $35.29 Hourly
Location : Gilbert, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 24-0102
Department: PARKS & RECREATION
Division: PR PARKS & OPEN SPACES
Opening Date: 10/12/2023
Closing Date: 10/19/2023 11:59 PM Arizona
We Are Team Gilbert
Gilbert is on a mission to be the City of the Future. We choose to “Anticipate. Create. Help people.” With 100 years of history and growth, our focus is on keeping the thriving community that Gilbert is today well into the future while continuing to be one of the top communities in the country.
In Gilbert, we are shaping a new tomorrow, today. We hire people who share our aspiration to be driven, kind, bold, and humble. Join Team Gilbert, and help us shape a new tomorrow, today:
We Are Seeking
The Grounds Maintenance III position performs specialized installation, maintenance and repair work related to their assigned area of responsibility. This includes performing inspections and preventative maintenance of a variety of equipment, facilities, grounds, parks, and other items. They identify issues and initiates the repair or replacement of items. Inspecting and monitoring conditions of assigned sports fields to determine compliance with prescribed standards established by the department. The position will be responsible for water management and irrigation best practices within assigned areas. This position will also train and oversee subordinate staff on landscape, field and irrigation maintenance. They also maintain and/or clean park facilities, courts, structures, fields, trails, grounds and equipment.
Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a Grounds Maintenance III who is innovative, driven, and passionate about the Town’s parks and our community.
At Team Gilbert, we hire outcome-oriented problem-solvers who love what they do! Here are some position requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
- Minimum of seven years of previous experience and/or training in grounds maintenance, athletic field maintenance, irrigation system maintenance, equipment operation, and manual labor
- Valid AZ Class D Driver’s License
This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt – eligible for overtime compensation.
About You
The primary function of this position is to perform basic manual labor and general landscaping associated with the maintenance of grounds, parks, athletic fields and irrigation systems including mowing, weed control, and removal, turf maintenance, shrub and tree maintenance. Practical experience maintaining commercial irrigation systems for areas such as sports fields, parks, and golf courses is desirable. Ideal candidates will be safety-conscience and manage time wisely. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have the interpersonal and communication skills needed to build positive relationships with customers and co-workers, and be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Additional responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
- Perform specialized installation, maintenance and repair work related to assigned area of responsibility.
- Perform inspections and preventative maintenance of a variety of equipment, facilities, grounds, parks, and other items. Identify issues and initiate the repair or replacement of items.
- Inspect and monitor conditions of assigned sports fields to determine compliance with prescribed standards established by the department.
- Hold supervisory responsibilities over Ground Maintenance Worker I & II’s, such as time card approvals and performance review of subordinates.
Train and oversee subordinate staff on landscape, field and irrigation maintenance.
Up For the Challenge
In addition to a competitive salary, Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement and more.
Join Team Gilbert and make an income while making an impact! If you are looking for an opportunity to make a visible contribution to our community, and get excited about doing interesting work that matters, then why not click that “Apply” button at the top there? We can’t think of a better place to put your talents to work.
Let’s get this adventure started!
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Town of Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance.
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In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your work history, to include things such as dates of employment, names of employers and specific details of the work you did. In answer to questions asking you to describe your work experience, if you do not have that type of experience, enter “N/A”. Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will disqualify you from further consideration, so be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate response below.
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Did you graduate from high school or obtain a GED?
- Yes
- No
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Have you completed college or post-high school vocational/technical training (this includes on-the-job training) in landscape and irrigation system operation and maintenance?
- Yes
- No
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If you responded in the previous question that you have completed training in landscape and irrigation system operation and maintenance, please describe it in the space provided below. If not, enter N/A.
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How many years of experience do you have maintaining large scale commercial landscapes and irrigation systems?
- No experience in this area
- Less than one year
- More than one year, less than four years
- More than four years, less than seven years
- More than seven years
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If you indicated you do have the type of experience outlined in the previous question, please list each facility and your job responsibilities. If not, enter N/A.
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How many years of experience do you applying fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides and other chemicals to turf, vegetation and grounds?
- No experience in this area
- Less than one year
- More than one year, less than four years
- More than four years, less than seven years
- More than seven years
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If you indicated you do have the type of experience outlined in the previous question, please describe which chemicals you have applied and any certifications you currently have. If not, enter N/A.
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How many years of experience do you have performing various specialized or manual tasks associated with landscape maintenance such as minor maintenance on lighting, buildings and equipment?
- No experience in this area
- Less than one year
- More than one year, less than four years
- More than four years, less than seven years
- More than seven years
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If you indicated you do have the type of experience outlined in the previous question, please describe which specialized maintenance tasks you have performed and how long. If not, enter N/A.
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How many years of experience do you have operating a variety of equipment, machinery and tools used in landscape maintenance projects and activities?
- No experience in this area
- Less than one year
- More than one year, less than four years
- More than four years, less than seven years
- More than seven years
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If you indicated you do have the type of experience outlined in the previous question, please describe which type of equipment, machinery or tools you have operated and how long. If not, enter N/A.
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The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):
- Veteran
- Disabled Veteran
- Veteran’s Spouse / Surviving Spouse
- Disabled Person
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