Salary
$46,110.48 Annually
Location
Owensboro, KY
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
2024-00037
Department
PW, Grounds
Opening Date
08/28/2024
Closing Date
9/14/2024 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)
Description Operates equipment and machinery. Performs maintenance/labor on grounds, equipment, property, and facilities.
Starting pay $22.1685/hr.
Provided benefits include but are not limited to;
• Health insurance,
• Group life insurance,
• Wellness program, and
• CERS retirement through Kentucky Retirement Systems.
Paid time off includes:
• Vacation,
• Sick time, and
• Holidays (for eligible employees).
Examples of Duties Primary essential duties include but are not limited to:
• Operates aerial bucket truck, dump trucks, payloaders, backhoe, and other equipment;
• Hauls dirt and sand;
• Renovates turf and re-seeds;
• Performs pesticide applications;
• Maintains grounds by mowing, trimming grass, edging, etc.;
• Maintains athletic courts and fields;
• Maintains Parks restrooms and other properties and facilities;
• Performs snow removal;
• Sets up for festivals;
• Inspects and performs routine and preventative  maintenance  on  property,  facilities,  and  equipment  to ensure they are in proper condition for the public and  employees;
• Performs and/or assists in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, welding, etc. involving grounds, equipment, properties, and facilities.
Typical Qualifications Required at time of application :
• High school diploma or GED, and
• Minimum 1 year experience in equipment operation (e.g., laborers, etc. as long as 1 year equipment operation experience).
• Valid driver's license
Equivalent amount of education and/or experience is acceptable.
• Valid CDL, Class B or higher (required within 11 months after hire);
• KY pesticide license (required within 11 months after hire)
Supplemental Information TO APPLY :
Applications must be received no later than Saturday, September 14, 2024 .  To apply, visit www.owensboro.org .  Click on Employment Opportunities and the position link; click Apply.  First-time users need to create an account as instructed.   If you have any questions or wish to confirm receipt of your application, contact Elaine Timmel at (270) 687-8540 or toll-free (888) 616-8540 prior to application deadline.
The City of Owensboro is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA-M/F/V/D
ADA accommodations may be requested by calling (270) 687-8542.