Parks & Grounds Worker I/II
Salary
$39,686.40 - $58,635.20 Annually
Location
481 Fourth Street - Hollister, CA. 95023, CA
Job Type
Regular, F-T
Job Number
02231
Department
Public Works
Division
Building and Grounds Maintenance
Opening Date
07/17/2026
Closing Date
7/31/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
I
Under supervision, to assist with performing a variety of semiskilled, skilled, and physical labor duties in the maintenance, repair and clean-up of County parks, landscaped areas, and recreational facilities; and to do related work as required.
II
Under supervision, to perform a variety of semiskilled, skilled, and physical labor duties in the maintenance, repair and clean-up of County parks, landscaped areas, and recreational facilities; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
I
This is the entry and first working level in the Parks And Grounds Worker class series. Incumbents learn and perform a variety of duties in the maintenance, repair and clean-up of County parks, landscaped areas, recreational facilities, and related machinery and equipment. Incumbents assist with the more skilled assignments under direct guidance. As incumbents demonstrate requisite skills and knowledge on a sustained basis, it is expected that they will be promoted to the Parks And Grounds Worker II level. This class is distinguished from Parks And Grounds Worker II in that incumbents work with more guidance and supervision, performing a narrower range of assignments which require a lower level of skill.
II
This is the experienced, journey level in the Parks And Grounds Worker class series. The Parks And Grounds Worker II level is distinguished from Parks And Grounds Worker I by performing a broader ranged of semi-skilled and skill maintenance assignments on a more independent basis. They may also be expected to provide some guidance for "extra-help" workers
REPORTS TO
Building and Grounds Superintendent
CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED
None.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequently stand and walk; ability to walk in uneven terrain and on slippery surfaces; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to crawl through various areas requiring movement on hands and knees; ability to climb, stoop, crouch, and kneel; lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.; perform sustained physical work; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; operate an automobile; use hand tools and power equipment including chain saw, lawn mowers, weed eaters, rototillers, edgers, and other grounds equipment.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in outside in varying temperatures, weather, and humidity; work is performed in an environment with constant noise; exposure to dust, chemicals, and gases; exposure to electrical currents; continuous contact with other staff and the public.
Example of Duties
(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)
I
Assists with performing a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance, repair and clean-up of County parks. landscaped areas, recreational facilities, and associated equipment; assists with and performs duties such as mowing, watering, and shaping lawns and shrubs; plants, waters, cultivates, weds, prunes, and fertilizes trees, shrubbery, flowers, and lawns; learns to mix fertilizers, herbicides, and soil nutrients; sweeps and rakes grounds; empties trash receptacles; learns to install, maintain, and repair sprinkler systems; may cut weeds and clear debris; learns to perform routine maintenance and repairs duties on equipment; loads, rakes, and shovels grass clippings; does general clean-up work; learns to operate power tools such as chain saws; cleans and disinfects restrooms; replenishes supplies; requisitions supplies as needed; observes and reports needed repairs to buildings and equipment; learns to maintain equipment used during the course of work; operates hand tools, power equipment, and vehicles.
II
Performs a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance, repair and clean-up of County parks, landscaped areas, and recreational facilities, and associated equipment; performs duties such as mowing, watering, and shaping lawns and shrubs; plants, waters, cultivates, weds, prunes, and fertilizes trees, shrubbery, flowers, and lawns; mixes fertilizers, herbicides, and soil nutrients; sweeps and rakes grounds; empties trash receptacles; installs, maintains, and repairs sprinkler systems; may cut weeds and clear debris; performs routine maintenance and repairs duties on equipment; loads, rakes, and shovels grass clippings; does general clean-up work; operates power tools such as chain saws; cleans and disinfects restrooms; replenishes supplies; requisitions supplies as needed; observes and reports needed repairs to buildings and equipment; maintains equipment used during the course of work; operates hand tools, power equipment, and vehicles; may provide work direction and training to assigned "community service and extra-help" workers.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
I
Previous work experience in park and/or grounds maintenance work is highly desirable.
II
One year of work experience in park and/or grounds maintenance work comparable to a Parks And Grounds Worker I with the San Benito County.
Special Requirements:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Drivers License.
Knowledge Of/Ability To
Knowledge of:
I
Basic knowledge of practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in the care and maintenance of parks, grounds, and recreation facilities.
General groundskeeping and landscape maintenance methods and procedures.
Safe work practices and procedures.
II
Methods, procedures and equipment, and materials used in the care and maintenance of parks, grounds and recreation facilities.
Safe driving practices and the California Vehicle Code relating to the operation of motor vehicles.
Safe work practices and procedures.
Methods of sprinkler system maintenance and repair.
Methods of applying herbicides.
Ability to:
I
Learn and perform a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of parks, grounds, and recreation facilities.
Perform heavy physical labor.
Learn to perform park care and landscape maintenance assignments.
Learn to install and maintain sprinkler systems.
Learn to recognize and locate conditions which require maintenance and repair.
Learn to use and care for hand and power tools used in park care and maintenance
work.
Learn to estimate time and materials for maintenance assignments.
Make basic mathematical calculations.
Follow oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
II
Perform a variety of semi-skilled, skilled, and physical labor work in the maintenance and repair of parks, grounds, and recreation facilities.
Perform heavy physical labor.
Maintain and make basic repairs to equipment.
Maintain basic records.
Install and maintain sprinkler systems.
Recognize and locate conditions which require maintenance and repair.
Use and care for hand and power tools used in park care and maintenance work.
Estimate time and materials for maintenance assignments.
Make basic mathematical calculations.
Follow oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.
SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITS
Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits:
Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly.
Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly.
Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit.
Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees.
Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply.
Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are also eligible to participate.
Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only.
Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per family
Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D.
Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance.
Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees.
Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply.
Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit.
All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS.
New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security.
Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances.
Additionaly, employees can enroll into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000).
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Formula Local MISC 2% @ 62 for New PERS Members
Social Security (non-safety)
Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service
Sick Leave 15 Days Annually
Floating Holiday
457 Deferred Compensation
Credit Union
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Group Life Insurance
Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D
Tuition Reimbursement
01
I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed.
02
Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses.
03
Please indicate your highest level of experience performing parks, grounds, landscaping, or general maintenance work.
04
Describe your experience performing grounds maintenance duties.
05
Which of the following tasks have you performed as part of your work experience?
06
Parks and Grounds Worker positions require working outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and exposure to dust, noise, and chemicals. Are you willing and able to work under these conditions?
07
This position requires the ability to perform physical labor, including standing, walking on uneven terrain, bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting/moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Can you perform these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation?
08
Do you possess a valid California Driver's License or have the ability to obtain one?
Required Question
Employer County of San Benito
Address 481 Fourth Street
Hollister, California, 95023
Phone 831-636-4000
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/sanbenito/default.cfm