Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $41,118.27 - $63,748.26
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
vacation
holiday
sick leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability insurance
Job Description
The City of Fort Lauderdale is a vibrant and dynamic municipality committed to delivering superior public service to its residents and visitors. Known for its beautiful coastal environment, rich cultural heritage, and bustling urban life, Fort Lauderdale thrives on its commitment to excellence and community-focused initiatives. Employees of the City of Fort Lauderdale are renowned for their passion for public service, demonstrating high levels of enthusiasm, self-reliance, and proficiency in their roles. The organization fosters an inclusive, equal opportunity work environment, emphasizing collaboration, professionalism, and dedication to public satisfaction. The City offers a robust benefits package and is committed to... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
- one to three years of related experience
- additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience or education
- depending on the department and location of the assignment may require a Class B Commercial Driver's License
- if claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form and the city of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application
- ability to perform heavy manual labor including lifting up to 100 lbs occasionally, 50 lbs frequently, and 20 lbs constantly
- ability to work under hot and humid outdoor conditions
- availability to work assigned shifts including staggered schedules and evening hours as required
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
- one to three years of related experience
- additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field may substitute on a year-for-year basis
- ability to operate gas-powered landscaping and grounds maintenance equipment
- knowledge of landscape maintenance practices
- ability to perform manual labor under varying weather conditions
- strong physical stamina and ability to lift heavy objects
- good communication skills
- ability to work independently and as part of a team
- valid Class B Commercial Driver's License may be required depending on assignment
- willingness to work flexible hours including evenings
Job Duties
- Participates in performing custodial tasks as applies to municipal buildings and other municipal property including trash removal
- lines playing fields
- drags, waters, weeds, and maintains landscaped areas on baseball and football fields as assigned
- participates in setting up and taking down of benches, seats, chairs, office furniture and other equipment
- performs landscaping duties including mowing, weed eating, edging, and blowing
- may act as a concession attendant
- assigns and issues tools
- maintains shop area and equipment
- performs minor repairs on equipment and municipal grounds
- hand weeds, fertilizes and waters ornamental plant beds
- may assist in the installation and maintenance of annual plant beds
- operates gas-operated trimming/edging equipment to trim/edge around trees, signs, landscaped beds, etc
- waters and fertilizes lawn areas
- operates gas-operated riding lawn mowers and large push mowers to cut grass in parks, medians and other City-maintained areas and facilities
- picks up litter and debris by use of pick sticks, blowers or vacuums
- empties trash receptacles
- trims and prunes trees, shrubs and bushes from ground level by use of hand tools such as hand clippers and pole saws
- loads trucks with trimmings and other debris
- paints over graffiti using either roller or brush, and/or removes graffiti via use of proper cleaning materials
- maintains and cleans areas using rakes, hoes, shovels, blowers and related tools and equipment
- performs minor maintenance and repair to park furniture and related equipment
- operates trucks and other automotive equipment as needed
- performs a variety of other manual tasks including digging/shoveling sand and dirt
- lifts, loads and properly stores tools and equipment
- performs basic maintenance to tools and equipment
- mulches landscaped areas
- may be required to work staggered schedules including evening hours when necessary
- performs related work as required or directed by crew leader or supervisor
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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