Maintenance Equipment Operator (Grounds)

Operates equipment and machinery. Performs maintenance/labor on grounds, equipment, property, and facilities.

Starting pay $22.9444/hr.

Provided benefits include but are not limited to:

• Health insurance,
• Group life insurance,
• Wellness program, and
• CERS retirement through Kentucky Retirement Systems.

Paid time off includes:

• Vacation,
• Sick time, and
• Holidays (for eligible employees).

Primary essential duties include but are not limited to:

• Operates aerial bucket truck, dump trucks, payloaders, backhoe, and other equipment;
• Hauls dirt and sand;
• Renovates turf and re-seeds;
• Performs pesticide applications;
• Maintains grounds by mowing, trimming grass, edging, etc.;
• Maintains athletic courts and fields;
• Maintains Parks restrooms and other properties and facilities;
• Performs snow removal;
• Sets up for festivals;
• Inspects and performs routine and preventative maintenance on property, facilities, and equipment to ensure they are in proper condition for the public and employees;
• Performs and/or assists in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, welding, etc. involving grounds, equipment, properties, and facilities.

Required at time of application :

• High school diploma or GED, and
• Minimum 1 year experience in equipment operation (e.g., laborers, etc. as long as there is 1-year equipment operation experience).
• Valid driver's license

Equivalent amount of education and/or experience is acceptable.

• Valid CDL, Class B or higher (required within 11 months after hire);
• KY pesticide license (required within 11 months after hire)

TO APPLY :

Applications must be received no later than Saturday, August 16, 2025 . To apply, visit www.owensboro.org . Click on "Join Our Team" and the position link. First-time users need to create an account as instructed. If you have any questions or wish to confirm receipt of an application, contact Elaine Timmel at ... or toll-free ... prior to application deadline.

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