Grounds Worker III - Concrete (Cockeysville)

DEFINITION

: Performs a wide variety of duties relative to the construction, installation, and repair, of concrete structures and paving and repair of masonry structures. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Directs and instructs concrete personnel in the proper use and care of assigned trucks, tools and equipment as needed. Assures quality of work agrees with established standards. Assures compliance with safety rules and regulations.

Sets up and operates a variety of automotive and construction equipment, tools and construction materials.

Excavates; breaks out and removes existing concrete; hauls material and debris; grades; prepares sub-grade and base for concrete; sets forms and reinforces steel; places and finishes concrete; sets posts, goals, and play equipment in concrete footings, constructs and maintenance barriers.

Mixes concrete and/or mortar and repairs masonry structures.

Operates equipment such as tractors, front-end loaders, backhoes, concrete saws, paving breakers, etc.

Performs duties related to fencing footer installation, mow table, player benches/pads and grounds maintenance and construction work.

Participates in snow removal and other emergency events including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Estimates time and materials required for projects. Orders and plans for the delivery of materials. Keeps records and prepares reports.

Performs other duties as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES:
May assist other departments within Baltimore County Public Schools such as Maintenance and Operations, Transportation, Warehouse, Food Warehouse, etc.

Lifts, carries, and moves furniture and equipment. Sets up school grounds and facilities for special events. May be required to assist in other grounds areas and perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent. Two years’ experience in construction and excavation. One year experience in concrete work.

Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid commercial, class A Maryland driver's license or an equivalent is required within the probationary period. (The class A license may require endorsements and/or the absence of certain restrictions.)

Possession of a valid Federal Motor Carrier Medical Certification (DOT Physical Card) is required at time of hire.

Required licenses and certifications must be maintained throughout employment in this position.

Note: Other combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of grounds maintenance, construction, and repair. Knowledge of construction involving parking lots, steps, curbs, gutters, and flat work. Knowledge of the operation and care of tools and equipment used in grounds operations.

Skill in concrete work, fence work, blacktop paving, construction of ball diamonds, sod placement, and tree removal. Skill in the use of tractors, front-end loaders, backhoes, concrete saws, rollers, paving breakers, chippers and related construction equipment.

Ability to make arithmetic calculations and comprehend simple layout sketches and operating instructions. Ability to use good judgment and the ability to comprehend and comply with standard operating procedures. Ability to instruct others in the use of tools and equipment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to maintain confidential information.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The work of this class entails considerable physical effort at frequent intervals and the performance of heavy physical labor. Work requires frequent walking, standing, crawling, climbing, kneeling, and lifting and carrying of moderate to heavy objects. Duties require travel to sites throughout the county and the operation of vehicles, tools, and equipment. Work is performed in an outside environment and includes exposure to adverse weather conditions for extended periods of time.
Requires periods of close concentration while operating dump trucks, tractors, front-end loaders, chainsaws, paving breakers, concrete saws, chippers, line striping machines, snow removal equipment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Persons appointed to this classification are designated as Essential Personnel and are required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other emergency. Employees may be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice. They may be required to work weekends and holidays in order to get schools/offices open for the next business day.

Requires independent travel to worksites throughout Baltimore County, including inclement weather days or other emergency situations when schools and/or offices are closed, including weekends and holidays.

Persons appointed to this class are required to maintain a valid commercial class A Maryland driver’s license (or appropriate equivalent). (The class A license may require endorsements and/or the absence of certain restrictions.) Employees who do not maintain the required license will be terminated.

Persons appointed to this class must be physically qualified to operate a commercial motor vehicle in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations and must remain physically qualified to operate such vehicles throughout their employment. Persons holding a commercial driver’s license (CDL) are subject to alcohol and drug testing in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations and Board of Education policy.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

SALARY: Grade 05 on the AFSCME payscale ($18.79 - $28.33/hour)

Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System

This class specification defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of positions in this title. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Contact Information
TiErra Johnson, HR Analyst
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: 443-809-7872
Fax: 410-887-7876