GRASS CUTTERS- Operations

GRASS CUTTER – PART TIME

Pay: $13.00 per hour

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs outdoor grounds maintenance for the City of Wheeling, ensuring safe and well-maintained public spaces.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mow and maintain grass in city-owned areas.
• Operate and maintain grounds equipment, including cleaning, greasing, and washing; report any maintenance issues.
• Follow all work zone safety procedures.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Primarily outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, noise, heat, cold, and wet/humid conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Regular use of hands and arms to operate tools and equipment.
• Frequent standing, walking, talking, hearing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Knowledge of grounds maintenance equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
• Able to perform physical tasks outdoors in all weather conditions.