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City of Gautier Grounds and Maintenance Operator in Pascagoula, Mississippi
SUMMARY This is skilled work in the operation of light to medium automotive equipment and/or, semi-skilled manual labor. Work may involve the operation of small trucks, riding power mowers, push lawn mowers, weed-eaters, edgers, light tractors, and similar automotive equipment requiring little or no technical training. Assignments may be received in the form of specific orders or general instructions depending on the assignment. Work may be performed without direct supervision after instructions are received.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Any one position of this class may not include all duties listed, nor do listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this class.) Operates a truck in support of crews carrying out maintenance of all parks and City Hall facilities as delegated by Recreation Director. Operates riding power mower and tractor equipped with grass cutting and ditching attachments; operates push lawn mowers, weed-eaters, edgers, and similar lawn care devices. Performs special projects and other duties as assigned by the Recreation Director.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS: (Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.) Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment utilized in area of assignment. Skill in the operation of assigned equipment and physical strength and agility sufficient to perform the work of the class.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations as necessitated by work assignments. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to write and read to properly complete necessary maintenance records on equipment and prepare work reports when required. Ability to react to change productively, and handle other tasks as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or acceptable equivalent and two (2) years of related experience. Up to one (1) year of vocational or technical school may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
REQUIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES: Must maintain a valid driver'slicense.
*Applications may be downloaded online at www.gautier-ms.gov and are available in person at Gautier City Hall, 3330 Highway 90, Gautier, MS 39553 *