Salary: $17.39 Hourly
Location : Parks & Recreation Division – Frederick, MD
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number: FY23-00238
Department: Parks and Recreation Division
Opening Date: 10/20/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
JOB INFORMATION
Non-exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday – Friday; 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; full-benefits
This position will perform routine manual work consisting of a wide variety of parks maintenance and custodial tasks for the Division of Parks and Recreation and will, as needed, drive a dump truck with trailer or other Parks and Recreation vehicle. Supervision is received from a Park Maintenance Supervisor and/or Parks Maintenance Leader.
Frederick County Government recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how much we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
- 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
- 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
- 11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
- Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan option to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
- 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance benefit
- Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
- County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Vesting after 10 years of service
- Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work on small construction projects (bridges, trails, etc.)
- Clean picnic shelters and buildings
- Cut grass and weeds
- Apply herbicides/pesticides as directed
- Plant trees and do other landscaping work
- Maintain trails and roadways; clear brush and dead trees
- Remove trash and debris
- Operate tools and equipment in a safe manner and return them to the appropriate storage areas
- Adhere to the preventive maintenance program for all assigned equipment
- Perform other related duties as required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. In addition to the duties listed in the Essential Functions section, each employee in this classification may perform the above listed other duties. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The qualifications / requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical demands or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Possession of a valid automobile operator’s license
- NOTE: Applicants who possess a CDL – A license may be hired as the Technician II level at $17.97/hour
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
- Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
- Knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in maintenance and/or construction work
- Knowledge of hazards associated with the operation and care of various tools and equipment (e.g. trucks, mowers, chain saws, power tools, etc.) with knowledge of appropriate safety precautions
- Ability to operate and care for equipment in a safe and effective manner
- Accurate clerical skills, including the ability to properly complete and maintain inventory forms, work records and other paperwork
- Ability to understand and follow spoken and written (English) instructions
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public
PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:
- Park maintenance work experience
- Snow removal work experience
- High school graduation or the equivalent
- Landscaping or general construction experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:
- While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly walk, and lift up to 20 pounds; frequently sit, lift between 20 – 50 pounds, push up to and over 40 pounds, pull up to and over 40 pounds and reach; occasionally climb, stoop, perform repetitive motions and drive; and rarely crawl
- While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work in a dirty, dusty and noisy environment, and near machinery; frequently work outdoors, walk on uneven ground and is required to wear protective equipment; occasionally work indoors, work in hot temperatures above 100 degrees and cold temperatures below 32 degrees, work in confined spaces and at heights, and near chemicals or fumes; and rarely has potential exposure to infectious diseases
- Physical requirements include the ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time; use various types of hand tools and grounds maintenance equipment (string trimmer, edger, shovel/pick/mattock, tractor/hand lawn mower, etc.); and lift and/or move plantings and various pieces of equipment
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS
- Available to work for Parks and Recreation at various County events, frequent weekend work or irregular hours as needed, and on-call for snow removal or other emergency situations
- Available for a minimum of three mandatory Parks and Recreation events
- NOTE: Employees in the Technician I classification must pass the modified Class A CDL drivers license within 1 year of hire (which includes the 6 month probationary period) or otherwise will be terminated from employment.
EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):
1) An evaluation of training and experience
2) One or more interviews
3) A pre-employment physical examination and drug test
4) A pre-employment background investigation through a public records search
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential duties; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Retirement Plan:
A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (10 year vesting) depending upon position classification. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.
Health Insurance:
County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.
Dental Insurance:
Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee’s completion of 30 days of active employment
NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts:
The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses. The maximum contribution is $2,700 per year for Health Care Spending and $5,000 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses). Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors’ services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.
Life Insurance:
Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death. Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Voluntary Life Insurance Program is offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, spouses and dependents.
Savings Plan – Deferred Compensation:
The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Contributions are invested at the employee’s direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.
Educational Reimbursement Program:
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may take up to two job-related courses per semester at any accredited educational institution. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books. If an employee doesn’t remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.
Employee Assistance Program:
This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related problem.
Leave
Annual Leave – Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows: Years of service days per year
0 – 2 years 11 days
2 – 10 years 17 days
10 + years 24 days
Sick Leave – Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.
Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee’s child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.
NOTE: Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.
Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, Military.
Holidays:
The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.
For additional information on Frederick County Governments benefit package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at
All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the all benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.
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Which best describes your automobile operator’s license status?
- I do not have a valid automobile operator’s license
- I have a valid Class C automobile operator’s license
- I have a CDL A automobile operator’s license
- I have a CDL B automobile operator’s license
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Have you earned a high school graduation or the equivalent?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have some experience in a landscaping or general construction related field?
- Yes
- No
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Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.
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Do you have snow removal work experience?
- Yes
- No
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Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed. NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the preference.
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Do you have park maintenance work experience?
- Yes
- No
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Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the preference.
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