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Company Name :- Eaton County
Position Name :- Building and Groundskeeper – Parks & Recreation
Company Location :- Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Job Category : Back office jobs
Full Job Description :-
General Summary
Under the supervision of the Parks and Recreation Director, mows and trims grass and performs other tasks in maintaining the County Parks. Installs and maintains equipment and assists in maintaining facilities, vehicles, mowers and other equipment. Assists the Parks Operations Manager in the execution of special parks projects including design, installation and maintenance. Assists in the supervision of seasonal employees and volunteers.
Position will be posted until filled
New employees will be eligible for a $1,500 recruiting stipend after 6 months of employment with the County and be eligible for $250 monthly retention stipend thereafter through January 31, 2023.
Essential Functions
Operates tractors, riding mowers, power mowers and hand equipment to trim grass, trees, shrubs and hedges. Installs landscape timbers, spreads wood chips and performs other landscaping tasks.
Removes brush, dead trees and other debris from grounds. Operates chainsaw and other power equipment.
Operates front-end loader and uses other equipment in repairs and improvements within the Parks Department.
Assists in the construction of equipment and facilities, includes assembling and maintaining playground equipment, signs, footbridges, trails, parking barriers, picnic tables, grills, stairways, building equipment and structures. Utilizes a variety of power tools.
Performs maintenance tasks such as equipment repair, carpentry, painting, masonry, landscaping, erosion control and plumbing as needed for parks operations.
Operates plow truck and snow blowers to remove snow from County Parks parking lots and roadways. Shovels trail staircases and other areas inaccessible to power equipment.
Performs maintenance on departmental vehicles and equipment, includes changing oil, changing filters and lubricating, changing fluids, sharpening blades and wiring trailers. Performs more involved maintenance tasks such as tune-ups, brake jobs, and other tasks that can be performed with departmental equipment.
Cleans shelters, restrooms and other facilities and replenishes supplies.
Enforces park rules and regulations, referring serious problems to the Parks Operations Manager and/or law enforcement agencies.
Assists Parks Operation Manager on larger projects.
Other Functions:
None.
This list may not be inclusive of the total scope of job functions to be performed. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or modified at any time.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent. Reading skills and ability to comprehend equipment manuals, instructions and safety information and government regulations.
One to two years of related experience, which could include classes in grounds maintenance, welding, plumbing, carpentry, electrical and including the operation of equipment similar to that needed to ensure clean and welcoming parks.
Possession of a valid Michigan Driver’s License with a good driving record. Certified by the State as a Pesticide Applicator within one year of employment. Will be required to work weekends and holidays, as well as on-call needs.
The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. the qualifications
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Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Physical Requirements
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{This job requires the ability to perform the essential functions contained in this description. These include, but are not limited to, the following requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants unable to fulfill one or more of these requirements}:
Climbing on ladders and scaffolding for repairs and painting jobs
Walks over uneven terrain, extensive distance to perform maintenance tasks
Squatting, stooping, kneeling to operate and repair equipment
Climbing into trucks and onto other equipment
Ability to operate a variety of power equipment
Ability to reach all areas of buildings and facilities in order to perform maintenance tasks
Operating various heavy equipment, snow removal equipment and trucks to haul equipment
Lifting ability to remove trash and debris, tree limbs and other items
Working Conditions:
Works outside in varying weather conditions
Works in all areas of County Parks
Works in cramped body positions to perform maintenance and repairs
Works in areas with loud noise
Exposure to equipment where risks exist of getting burned, bruised or scraped
Exposure to environmental allergens such as grass, weeks and pollens
Contact with oil and petroleum products
Exposure to solvents, degreasers, pesticides and herbicides
Exposure to gases and fumes
Health Insurance Spouse coverage available if spouse does not have comparable coverage and does not cost them more than $2,000/yr – affidavit required
Blue Cross & Blue Shield – Community Blue PPO (CB 6)
$20.00 Office Call Co-pay
$5; $30; & $45 Co-pay Prescription Drug Rider
Effective 1/1/2022 Employee pays premiums: Single $65.10/mo.; Double $156.23/mo; Family $195.29/mo.
Annual deductible of $250/single; $500 deductible for two party or family coverage. After annual deductible is satisfied, employees have a 10% co-insurance for additional expenses up to an out of pocket annual maximum of $1,000.00/single and $2,000/double or family coverage
Blue Cross & Blue Shield – Community Blue PPO (CB 12)
$20.00 Office Call Co-pay
$10; $40; & $80 Co-pay Prescription Drug Rider
No premium share.
Annual deductible of $1000/single; $2000 deductible for two party or family coverage. After annual deductible is satisfied, employees have a 10% co-insurance for additional expenses up to an out of pocket annual maximum of $2,000.00/single and $4,000/double or family coverage
Health Insurance Waiver Payment – with certification of other coverage – maximum $1,200.00/yr. ($100 paid monthly)
Vision Coverage
Dental Insurance – Delta Dental Plan of Michigan – No Orthodontics
Life Insurance – Employer Paid
– $30,000 Life, $30,000 Accidental Death Coverage
Short Term Disability
Pension –
Mandatory Benefit – Begins 1st day of employment
Covered under the Municipal Employees’ Retirement System (MERS)
Employee contribution rate is 7.3% of gross wages – deducted before taxes
If employee leaves before retirement, they receive their contributions back with any interest on their portion less taxes and early withdrawal penalties. Employee forfeits County portion.
Minimum vesting is 10 years of service at age 60 or at least age 55 with 25 years of service
No retiree health insurance
Employee cannot contribute additional monies to retirement system
Health Care Savings Program – https://www.mersofmich.com/employer/programs/health-care-savings-program/
Employee shall be required to contribute 1% pre-taxed contribution and the Employer shall contribute $50/pay period.
The HCSP has a vesting period.
If an employee terminates employment prior to 5 years of service, they will receive only their contributions. An employee with 5 years of service but less than 10 years of service shall receive both their contributions and 50% of the County’s contributions upon their termination of employment from the County. An employee with 10 years of service or more shall receive both their contributions and the County’s contributions upon their retirement or termination of employment from the County.
Vacation Leave New employees begin earning 2 weeks and 3 days per year. After six months of employment, an employee should have one week accumulated and may begin using vacation time. Beginning with 5 years of employment an employee will begin earning 3 weeks and 3 days of vacation per year. Beginning with 10 years of employment an employee will begin earning 4 weeks and 3 days of vacation per year. Employees may accumulate to a maximum of four weeks or 240 hours. Accumulated vacation may be paid upon leaving employment with a 2 week written notice. Sick Leave Employees earn 3 hours per pay period. May accumulate up to 581 hours. Accumulated hours over 500 are paid out once per year. Accumulated sick leave is paid at 50% upon retirement.
Holiday Pay
13 paid holidays per year as long as an employee works or is compensated the last scheduled workday before and the first scheduled workday after the holiday. Holidays are based on the employees normal work schedule.
Longevity Pay
Begins after five years of employment: 5 through 9 years = $300/yr. 10 through 14 years = $600/yr. 15 through 19 years = $900/yr. 20 + years = $1,200/yr.
Deferred Compensation
Optional benefit if an employee wants to build another retirement plan. It is a 457 plan that allows an employee to tax shelter income during their working years.
Miscellaneous Benefits
Family Medical Leave – Eligible after one year of employment
Bereavement Leave
Military Leave
Jury Duty Leave
Direct Deposit
Flexible Spending Plan
Employee Paid Long Term Disability, Long Term Care, Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
Note – Benefits are subject to change by the Board of Commissioners. They are reviewed annually by the Board. Changes are generally made effective January 1 of each year.
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