Job Description

Posting number: 02422

Department: Emergency Services

Division: Animal Services

Job classification: Tradesworker I - Animal Services

Posting type: Open

Categories: Trades, Construction Trades

Summary

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Works under the direct supervision of the Animal Services Manager. Performs a variety of working level, semi-skilled duties related to the maintenance, upkeep, construction, installation, and repair of Animal Services Facility and Grounds.

Examples of duties

• Perform general landscape duties such as mowing, trimming, grooming, planting trees, and other plants in new and/or existing landscaped areas.
• Maintaining grounds by pruning and removing debris from sidewalks, parking lots, planters, and other grounds features.
• Operate small and light equipment to include but not limited to various types of mowers, sod cutters, chain saws, pruning equipment and various hand tools.
• Works with hand tools and power tools to perform various maintenance duties.
• Uses computer program and adjusts HVAC controls to maintain proper temperatures.
• Repairs and maintains HVAC systems.
• Ability to operate trucks, tractors and other maintenance equipment.
• Assist in the preparation and clean-up of special events and natural disasters.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment; transport equipment to be serviced; assist with repairs as needed.
• Assist with janitorial duties including, but not limited to cleaning restrooms, removing garbage, litter, and debris.
• Cleans windows and floors with equipment such as squeegees and floor scrubbing machines.
• Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. (painting, repairing drywall, pressure washes, etc.)
• Orders supplies and materials as needed for repairs and maintenance.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays as needed due to workload.

These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or G.E.D. supplemented by (3) three years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of formal education and related work experience.

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations:

• Valid Florida Driver’s License
• Prefer license for a skilled trade but not needed to qualify for position.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

Knowledge of general landscape and lawn maintenance procedures.

Knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance of facility and the maintenance and repair of related equipment.

Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures for tree trimming and those to be followed in generating power driven tools and equipment.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records and reports.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, County officials and the public.

Supplemental information

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments and may involve exposure to heat, humidity, rain, noise, dust, and other environmental conditions. The position requires adherence to safety procedures and the use of protective equipment. Duties are physically demanding and may include walking, bending, and occasionally lifting or carrying objects up to 100 pounds.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

County employees are essential in providing services to our community and continuing services following a disaster or emergency. To maintain services during and/or following a disaster or emergency, and as a requirement of County employment, County employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. ________initial.

JOB DESCRIPTION / ADA ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

ATTESTATION

I understand that a qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

I have read the job description for the above position and understand the job duties, requirements, and responsibilities for the position. I attest that I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined in the job description either with or without accommodation. I understand that if I require accommodation, I will contact the Human Resources Department to request accommodation.

If I have any questions about the job duties described in the above job description, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or a member of the Human Resources staff.

I have discussed any questions I may have had about this job description prior to signing this

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