Seasonal Grounds Technician - (Part Time, non-benefit eligible) (jefferson)

Job Description: 

The Seasonal Grounds Technician performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks in grounds maintenance for the Facilities Management Division. These tasks include basic mowing/landscaping of our county properties. This position also completes various outdoor custodial tasks. This position may need to complete snow removal depending on weather patterns.  

Schedule: 

This position operates on our four-day work week (Monday-Thursday). This position is on-site.  

Compensation: 

Hiring Range:  $19-$20 hourly 
Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.  

Essential Duties: 

The Grounds Technician is responsible for:  

•  Work involves operating mowing equipment and power trimmers to mow and trim turf areas. 

• Employee is also responsible for picking up and discarding trash, raking leaves, weeding flower beds, pruning trees and sprinkler installation and repair.  

• Perform general outdoor custodial duties to facilities, including outdoor trash cans, parking lot and social area cleaning. 

• Remove snow from parking lots and sidewalks to ensure public safety. 

• May supervise the work of inmate workers. 

• Other duties as assigned.  

QUALIFICATIONS  

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.   

Minimum qualifications:  

• High School diploma or equivalent 

Preferred qualifications:  

• Ground maintenance experience. 

Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.  

Please note that supplemental questions requiring a written response will serve as a writing sample.  

Additional Job Description: 

• Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.    

• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. 

How to Apply:     

Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities.    

Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your candidate portal.     

For more details on the recruitment process, please visit https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs    

Questions:    

• County Recruitment Team: 303-271-8400 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us   

• Library Recruitment Team: 303.275.6168 or talent@jeffcolibrary.org  

• Sheriff Recruitment Team: 303.271.5332 or  sheriff.recruiting@co.jefferson.co.us