GROUNDSKEEPER

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Groundskeeper performs unskilled and semi-skilled routine grounds keeping and general laboring tasks for the

care, maintenance, and repair of grounds, landscape, sidewalks, walkways, ramps, etc.; duties may include watering,

fertilizing, cultivating, and trimming shrubs, hedges, flowers, and trees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 Set out and plant trees, shrubs, flowers and bulbs throughout the Gila River Indian Community using shovels

and gardening equipment according to planting schedule.

 Water, fertilize and cultivate lawns, flowers, shrubs and trees; mow and edge lawns; lubricate, adjust and make

minor repairs on small-motorized equipment; install, repair and maintain underground sprinkler systems.

 Police GRIC grounds to keep them neat and free of litter and debris using collection bags while performing job

duties; report and clean any graffiti on departmental buildings or property.

 Schedule required grounds maintenance to maintain neat and clean public areas using grounds keeping tools

and knowledge of plant maintenance and growth.

 Apply insecticides and herbicides to trees, shrubs, flowers and bulbs to maintain healthy plants using planting

cycles and seasonal pest problems as a guide.

 Drive trucks (small and large) to transport lawn care equipment and supplies to and from the job site and to

dispose of trash and debris using proper and safe driving skills.

 Maintain accurate records regarding the use of herbicide and pest control substances for tracking and reporting

procedures using manual documentation systems.

 Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

 Knowledge of standard methods, practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in developing and maintaining

lawn and other landscaped areas.

 Knowledge of the procedures and techniques used in planting and caring for shrubs, trees, flowers, and other

greenery.

 Skill in the use of hand-held and power-driven equipment commonly used in maintaining lawns and

landscaping.

 Ability to understand and follow routine and written instructions.