Definition and Class Characteristics
Interviews will be held the week of May 13th Do you have a desire to work outdoors? We have the opportunity for you! We are looking for a person who works well under supervision, can perform a wide variety of grounds maintenance and gardening work; assists with basic building maintenance and repair work; and can-do related work as the need arises.
High school degree or equivalent plus one year of experience in performing grounds maintenance and landscaping work is required. Possession of a valid California driver's license within 30 days of hire.
The right person for this position would have knowledge of or desire to learn the following skills.
- Care and maintenance of plants, shrubs and trees, including accepted pruning and trimming techniques.
- Local native and ornamental plants, shrubs and trees, and their cultural requirements.
- Hand and power tools, materials, equipment used in grounds and landscape maintenance.
- Irrigation systems, their components, and operations.
- Small engine and grounds equipment maintenance and repair.
- Basic building maintenance tools and procedures.
- Safe work practices.
Mobility in all weather conditions and on uneven terrain. Exposure to electrical equipment (moving parts), chemical substances, fumes and dust, all of which may be hazardous due to pesticides/herbicides. Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and clear communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and healthy.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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Examples of Duties
Knowledge and Skills Required
Education and Experience Required
NOTE:
This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.
Sick Leave:Temporary County employees shall accrue at the rate of one (1) hour of sick leave for each thirty (30) hours worked. Temporary County employees can accrue a maximum of 80 hours of sick leave which may be carried over from one fiscal year to the next.
Medical Benefits:Temporary employees whose assignments average 30 hours per week or more are eligible to enroll in County-sponsored medical benefits.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAny information on this page or links is subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010option 2
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Closing Date/Time: 5/7/2024 8:00 PM Pacific
