City of Hampton, VA

Leads planting, fertilizing, chemical application, pruning, mowing, trash pickup, leaf collection operations, and the construction, maintenance, and repair of public recreation facilities to include tennis courts, athletic fields, playground equipment, irrigation systems, and other physical facilities.. Three (3) years of experience at the level of Senior Technician in one or more of the functional areas of parks and grounds maintenance to include landscaping, chemical application, horticulture, turf maintenance, equipment operation, tree maintenance or apprentice level experience in one or more of the skilled crafts such as carpentry, plumbing, mechanical or electrical work.. Benefits Overview The following plans are available the first of the month following one full calendar month of employment: -Health insurance -Dental insurance -Vision insurance -Reimbursement accounts Health insurance offered through Optima Health (1-800-229-1199).. For more information on the provider network and pharmacies, see the The vision plan is offered through EyeMed Vision Care. For more information, see the Three dental plans are offered through Delta Dental (Delta Care, Delta Dental PPO, and Delta Dental PPO Plus) 1-800-237-6060.. 04 I understand that if I am not already licensed, I may be required to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License within six months of selection or a National Playground Safety Inspector's Certification within one year of selection.

grounds maintenance

Salary : $36,169.00 - $45,105.00 AnnuallyLocation : Hampton, VAJob Type: Full-Time PermanentJob Number: 07870Department: PARKSOpening Date: 12/11/2023Closing Date: ContinuousFunction Are you a Parks professional who enjoys the great outdoors as well as working with different types of equipment on small and large projects? Come join the Parks team where we work in various locations throughout the City of Hampton from scenic Fort Monroe to Sandy Bottom Nature Park. You will work both independently and as part of a team on a variety of projects, to include participation in City sponsored events and festivals. Examples of what you will be doing:Actively participates in team activities such as goal-setting, problem solving, scheduling work, and evaluating team effectiveness and customer satisfaction. May have input to personnel decisions such as making recommendations for achievement awards, pay increases, disciplinary actions, and selection of employees to work within the team.Trains and assists teams in the performance of maintenance operations for all parks, schools, medians, athletic facilities and public properties assigned to the Parks Department.Takes a leadership role in training employees within a specialty area; serves as the source of expertise and consultation in incumbent's particular specialty. Conducts formal and informal training for other employees. Performs safety related functions as required in order to ensure the safety of citizens and employees. Leads planting, fertilizing, chemical application, pruning, mowing, trash pickup, leaf collection operations, and the construction, maintenance, and repair of public recreation facilities to include tennis courts, athletic fields, playground equipment, irrigation systems, and other physical facilities. Reviews work and provides guidance and feedback to team members. Consults with other Master Technicians and a Parks Manager in the accomplishment of these tasks.When assigned as team leader, works to ensure cross training of team members in accordance with training plans. Initiates and facilitates team meetings and assists employees in developing leadership, communication, and team skills. Consults with a Parks Manager in order to ensure continuity and coordination with other teams. Leads the team in planning, scheduling, and implementing tasks assigned to the team. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or successful completion of a GED. Completion of an approved course of study in one of the skilled trades is preferred.  Five (5) years of full-time equivalent experience in parks landscaping and grounds maintenance. Three (3) years of experience at the level of Senior Technician in one or more of the functional areas of parks and grounds maintenance to include landscaping, chemical application, horticulture, turf maintenance, equipment operation, tree maintenance or apprentice level experience in one or more of the skilled crafts such as carpentry, plumbing, mechanical or electrical work. Applicants will be required to obtain a Registered Technician Pesticide License within six (6) months of employment in the class or National Playground Safety Inspector's Certification within one year of selection.  Must possess a Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) permit within 30 days of employment to possess and maintain Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 180 days. Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy. Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.  Additional QualificationsRequires effective communication with internal and external customers. Requires shift work to include evenings, weekends, and holidays and on-call emergency standby on a rotating basis. The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules. for a complete job description.Benefits Overview The following plans are available the first of the month following one full calendar month of employment: -Health insurance -Dental insurance -Vision insurance -Reimbursement accounts Health insurance offered through Optima Health (1-800-229-1199). For more information on the provider network and pharmacies, see the  The vision plan is offered through EyeMed Vision Care. For more information, see the Three dental plans are offered through Delta Dental (Delta Care, Delta Dental PPO, and Delta Dental PPO Plus) 1-800-237-6060. For more information, see the  Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately. The eleven paid holidays each year include: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day President's Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Day Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day Employee's birthday A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the  Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.  Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development. Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays. The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or  Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.  Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce. Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.01   Do you have a high school diploma or successful completion of a GED?  Yes No  02   Which of the options below best describes your work experience in grounds and maintenance?  No experience Less than 1 year of experience 1-2 years of experience 3-4 years of experience 5-6 years of experience 7 or more years of experience  03   Please describe your previous experience as a senior level technician working in grounds and maintenance to include work experience in any of the following areas: landscaping, chemical application, horticulture, turf maintenance, equipment operation, tree maintenance.If no experience, write 'N/A'. 04   I understand that if I am not already licensed, I may be required to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License within six months of selection or a National Playground Safety Inspector's Certification within one year of selection.  Yes No  05   Do you have a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment? This position also requires possession and maintenance of a Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 180 days.  I currently have a Commercial Learner's Permit. I have the ability to obtain a Commercial Learner's Permit within 30 days of employment. I do not have the ability to obtain a Commercial Learner's Permit within 30 days of employment  06   This position requires a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below: 07   I understand that if offered employment in this position, I must successfully complete pre-employment testing for controlled substances and I will be subject to random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.  Yes No  08   I understand that if offered employment in this position, I must successfully complete a criminal background check.  Yes No  09   I understand that this position requires shift work to include evenings, weekends, and holidays and on-call emergency standby on a rotating basis.  Yes No  10   I understand that this position is non-exempt.  Yes No  Required Question

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