Facilities and Grounds Maintenance

Description

Jobs in this family perform activities associated with the maintenance of various grounds and State operated buildings, including the operation of equipment used in grounds and maintenance work.

Typical functions

The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following:

  • Perform manual tasks requiring lifting heavy objects and bending.
  • Perform alterations, maintenance, and repair work in a variety of trade areas.
  • Operate groundskeeping and maintenance tools and equipment.

The work assigned to positions in this series ranges from performing basic manual tasks and maintenance to the implementation of facilities maintenance activities.

Maintenance/Grounds Worker

First-level vocational position accountable for performing basic manual tasks that can be learned with short on-the-job training (e.g., picks up and bags litter, moves materials from one location to another). Tasks performed require use of basic hand tools and operation of small equipment (e.g., mowers, string trimmers, or light fleet such as utility terrain vehicles). Employee may oversee a crew engaged in related activities.

Knowledge, skills & abilities

Knowledge in the operation, maintenance, and safety practices of grounds maintenance tools, equipment, and vehicles. Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, bend, reach, and climb a ladder. Ability to work in varying weather conditions and traverse over rugged terrain.

Typical qualifications

0-1 year of relevant experience.

Pay grade
G2

Maintenance/Grounds Technician

Second-level vocational employees responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled work in the alteration, maintenance, and repair of state buildings and facilities. Employees work in a variety of trade areas such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, concrete and masonry, painting, plastering, and mechanical repair in settings such as facilities, grounds, and cemeteries. May also oversee a crew engaged in maintenance tasks.

Knowledge, skills & abilities

In addition to those identified in the previous level: Knowledge in a variety of trade areas including: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering, and mechanical repair. Skill and ability to operate tractors, mowers, skid steer, and other grounds related equipment. Ability to provide and follow directions. Ability to interpret and apply technical manual. Ability to obtain required licenses and or certification.

Typical qualifications

1-3 years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Pay grade
G6

Maintenance/Grounds Supervisor

This is a supervisory-level position accountable for directing and overseeing a variety of facility, grounds, specialized trade workers, and contractors in the maintenance, operations, and repair of state facilities, equipment, and grounds. Employee supervision includes hire recommendations, training, planning and assigning work, performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline.

Knowledge, skills & abilities

In addition to those identified in the previous levels: Skill in the operation of maintenance and grounds keeping tools and equipment. Ability to estimate, plan, and organize personnel, materials, and equipment. Ability to train, coach, mentor, and develop skills of staff. Ability to determine cause of maintenance issues and take appropriate action.

Typical qualifications

2-4 years of relevant experience with 2-4 years in semi-skilled work. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Pay grade
G9

Maintenance/Grounds Manager

This is a managerial position in charge of planning, coordinating, estimating, and scheduling of grounds and maintenance activities using in-house and/or contracted employees. Oversees maintenance, alteration or renovation projects, and upgrades for facility(s) and/or locations. Duties may include estimation of project cost and scope; development of facilities management policies and procedures, including facility systems preventive maintenance schedules; and projection of future needs of facilities systems and structural maintenance. Employee supervision includes hire recommendations, training, planning and assigning work, performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline. At this level, employees are focused on the implementation of facilities program activities and manage the day-to-day operations.

Knowledge, skills & abilities

In addition to those identified in the previous levels: Knowledge of budgeting and contract management. Knowledge of project management techniques and methods. Ability to develop short and long-range plans to meet objectives and goals.

Typical qualifications

4-6 years of semi-skilled work experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Pay grade
G10