Polk County

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of an accredited high school or possess an acceptable equivalency diploma and have a minimum of five (5) years experience in grounds maintenance or related work, including some experience in supervising/overseeing the work of others and have met the mandatory training requirements of a Parks Caretaker II as defined by the Division.  Must possess a valid Florida Class "B" CDL with air brake endorsement at the time of application for this classification. A comparable amount of training and related experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications with the exception of the required licensure and certifications.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have completed a basic supervisory training program. Must have completed a basic safety training program through the County OED division or equivalent training. Must have Trenching & Excavation Competent Person certification in accordance with current OSHA regulations.  Must have a current Florida Ornamental and Turf Pest Control license. Weekend and evening work schedules may be a requirement of this position. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man made disaster that may threaten or impact the area, full time, permanent employees will be required to assist in performance of essential functions as described in the Polk County Emergency Management Plan.

JOB LOCATION:                  Leisure Services  

WORK SCHEDULE:             7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday

HIRING RATE:                     $ 14.16 per hour     (Pay Grade P13)

CLOSING  DATE :                Pending              dpmbf:        Pending  ( sm)  

Interested applicants and employees should complete a Polk County Application for Employment no later than the closing date indicated above.  Applications may only be made electronically on the Polk County BoCC website @

www.polk-county.net

POLK COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, PERSONNEL

(863) 534-6030

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