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State of Montana Groundskeeper in Billings, Montana
/THE OUTSIDE IS IN US ALL./ // Please remember to attach the required documents,Cover Letter and Resume. Applications missing the requested documents will be considered incomplete and may not progress further in the process. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. The State Application is not a substitute for a resume. Thisposition closes at 11: 59 pm Mountain time on July 9th, 2024. You must apply through the State of Montana Career Site. Special Information: Identity of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays. This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association). A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation. Women and minorities are under-represented in this job category and are encouraged to apply. Do you have a passion for the outdoors? Do you participate in one of the many outdoor opportunities Montana offers? If so, join our seasonal Maintenance team at Fish Wildlife and Parks; working to protect the integrity of what defines Montana, the Montana experience, and our people. A seasonal Groundskeeper position offers you a great entry level introduction into the State of Montana workforce to start your career. We are looking for an observant individual that can work both independently and as a positive-minded team member on collaborative projects. You will be responsible for prioritizing the cleanliness and safety of Fishing Access Sites, State Parks, and Wildlife Management Areas. This position is dynamic, and responsibilities will change throughout the season allowing you to acquire knowledge in the safe operation of both hand and power tools, landscaping equipment, noxious weed identification, and basic carpentry. Flexibility exists to adapt work schedules to individual needs. Typically, this position works a 40-hour week Monday-Friday through mid- October; however, accommodations can be made to modify schedules, including adapting the position to a year-round part-time schedule or narrowing the months worked. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to join our teams. We strongly encourage applications from people with backgrounds that are under-represented in the conservation community. Job Duties: This position will perform minor routine maintenance to facilities by preparing surfaces for painting or staining, changing light bulbs, cleaning gutters and downspouts. This work involves the use of hand tools, wood scrapers, wire brushes, sanders, paintbrushes; primers, paint, and cleanup chemicals; and step ladders. Employees will assist others in maintaining FWP grounds with maintenance of fire rings and campsites and by mowing, weed cutting, hand-pulling weeds, irrigation, raking, shoveling, fertilizing, planting, and pruning to provide the site with safe and appropriate vegetation. This work includes the use of rakes, shovels, pruners, lawn mowers, weed trimmers and leaf blowers. Assists the public by answering questions, providing area and agency information. Employee must follow established procedures and contacts the proper authorities when encountering emergency or law enforcement situations. Collects information and evidence of violations or accidents occurring at the FWP site and documents using standard report forms, establishes communication with local 911/EMS, law enforcement officials, wardens, and supervisors. Employee will keep detailed records on assigned duties, equipment and supply needs, time worked, and submit to work unit office in a timely manner. Participates in annual and scheduled training including Standard First Aid and CPR, and safety meetings. Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment on all job duties. May collect fees and occasionally educate visitors where applicable. Always conscientious of equipment use and demonstrates good leadership to other staff by paying extra attention to visitor use areas and cultural and environmental resources while performing job duties. Cleaning and sanitizing restroom and latrine facilities, picnic tables, barbeque grills, and replacing paper products in restroom facilities. Cleaning other FWP facilities including sidewalks, boat/swimming docks, picnic shelters, storage structures, bulletin boards, interpretive displays, and other signs. Work involves use of manual cleaning equipment, chemical cleaners, sanitizing agents, stepladders, and leaf blowers. Daily inspection and reporting of hazards, maintenance, or repair needs. Minor repairs or responses to facility problems by unclogging drains and toilets, installing toilet seats and closing/locking facilities and redirecting public use. Collecting trash from facilities, area garbage cans, beaches, grounds, trail areas and adjacent highway rights-of-way. Placing collected trash in transfer bins for shipment off-site. Physical and Environmental Demands: Physical demands include frequent exertion, often for extended periods, including lifting, carrying, digging, and pounding. This position frequently requires field work under adverse weather and environmental conditions that may include: * Temperature extremes, snow and rain, dust and mosquito infested areas. * On or near wastewater and sewage disposal systems with potential for contact with disease, virus, and bacteria. * Areas frequented by rodents with the potential for contact with disease such as Hantavirus. * Hazardous chemicals, including various pesticides, solvents, paints, and fuels. * Working weekends and some holidays and occasional time away during evenings, overnight or away from permanent workstation. _Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: _ · Incumbent should have the knowledge and skills to work with various types of hand tools and equipment. · Must have the interest and ability to work with the general public. Title: Groundskeeper Location: Billings Requisition ID: 24141914