Grounds Maintenance Capitol Complex at State of Colorado

Department InformationItems to note:This position is only open to Colorado state residents.Due to the States current hiring freeze this position will not be filled until January 1 or after.This posting may fill more than one vacancy.Thank you for your interest in working for the State of Colorado. Join us and find meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents helping to make Colorado a great place to live and work in. Please watch the short video below for tips on applying.Apply for a job with the State of ColoradoTo learn more about what happens after you apply for a position with the State of Colorado please watch the short informative videoWhat Happens After You ApplyColorado for All Philosophy:Colorado for Allmeans working toward a Colorado where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. It means we support the basic human rights of our neighbors regardless of gender race ethnicity religion national origin age sexual orientation gender identity citizenship status education level disability socio-economic status or any other visible or invisible identity.TheDepartment of Personnel & Administration (DPA)is the foundation for dependable state government leading with responsiveness integrity and teamwork. We provide services to other government agencies and all Coloradans by taking bold initiative toward a government with engaged employees innovative solutions and constructive partnerships.DPAprovides a wide range of programs and services from custodial & maintenance to financial and human resources support which assist other state agencies in fulfilling their missions. At DPA there are countless opportunities to contribute to meaningful work that supports and serves the people of Colorado. The wide variety of positions in DPA allow individuals to learn about state operations and provide for long-term career growth.If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado; its a chance to combine your expertise with public service. Our professionals strive to support the state government and the residents of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more.Good Government Starts Here!Why We Want You:We want your expertise positive energy drive to succeed and love of this great state as we work to elevate the expectations Coloradans have of their government.What Youll Get From Us:In return for the skilled work you do DPA provides a competitive compensation and benefits package to accompany employment opportunities. Please see the Benefits Overview videofor details on the benefits offered to employees.Description of JobDivision of Capital AssetsThe Division of Capital Assets (DCA) provides leased building space facility management building security and identification programs employee parking ceremonial flag requests and special event permits for the public vehicle call center short-term vehicle rentals (Motor Pool) and vehicle acquisition and lifecycle management.Grounds & Nursery IThis position performs a range of tasks related to the growing and caring of trees shrubs lawns and landscaped areas. It involves maintaining and monitoring irrigation systems as well as trash pickup and removal. It also involves operating a variety of manual tools and cultivation or grounds equipment which may include tractors snowplows lifters aerators and mowers.This position is considered essential. Essential employees can be required to work unexpected or unusual work hours to perform the essential and/or emergency services of the department without delay and/or without interruption.A summary of the duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:Landscape and Grounds MaintenanceMow trim edge weed apply weed control plant (flowers trees shrubs etc.) and prune.Must be able to identify possible problems concerning turf trees shrubs plant material and equipment.Will remove trash and debris from turf areas parking areas sidewalks shrub beds and flower beds at the beginning of each day.Shovel snow from steps and sidewalks operate tractors with brooms and snow plows operate truck with plow and sand spreader operate JD Gator with ice melt spreader apply sand and ice melt by hand and chip ice when needed.Irrigation System MonitoringMaintenance of the irrigation system monitoring and identifying irrigation problems and making repairs as necessary.Equipment Use and MaintenanceUse and maintain grounds equipment including lawn mower lawn tractor string trimmer aerator edger hedge trimmer rotor tiller chain saw pole pruner blower vac and many other pieces of equipment.Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights*A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying.Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application but may be attached. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use see resume or see attached statements on your application. Resumeswill notbe reviewed for minimum qualification screening. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications your application will also be used as part of the comparative analysis process to identify a top group for further consideration.Skills-Based Hiring This position is advertised in line with the Governors executive order(Executive Order)(Download PDF reader)focused on skills-based hiring practices that focuses on the knowledge skills and abilities specific to the job and aligns the hiring process accordingly. Skills-based hiring reduces potential barriers for applicants and allows for reduced bias in the hiring process by providing a direct description of skills that are unique to the duties assigned to the position with a recognition that the applicant may have developed these skills through education training or past experiences.Residency Requirement:This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.Class Code & Classification Description:D8E1XXGrounds & Nursery IMinimum Qualifications:Experience Only:At least one (1) year of experience in landscaping and grounds maintenance.Theexceptional candidatewill possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following preferred qualifications:Previous State service related to the work assigned to the positionExperience installing and repairing sprinkler irrigation systemsExperience with minor preventative maintenance and repairs of grounds equipmentExperience with operating grounds equipmentConditions of Employment:A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Drivers LicenseTravel As needed throughout the Denver metro areaMust be eligible for On-Call Shift Work: Must be able to work 1st 2nd or 3rd shiftEssential employees can be required to work unexpected or unusual work hours to perform the essential and/or emergency services of the department without delay and/or without interruption.Comparative Analysis ProcessThe comparative analysis process for this position may consist of a structured application review an online assessment or other structured assessment step.Appeal Rights:An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.Review of the completed signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email atwithin ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Departments action.For further information on the Board Rules you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1 State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures Chapter 8 Resolution of Appeals and Disputes at InformationEmployment Philosophy:The State of Colorado strives to build and maintain workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans. We are building a Colorado for All through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is committed to non-discriminatory practices in hiring employment and advancement opportunities.Accommodations: The Department of Personnel & Administration is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment including completing the application process interviewing completing any pre-employment testing participating in the employee selection process and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator Heather Siegal Key Skills Crisis Management,Groundskeeping,Lawn Care,Management Experience,Facilities Management,Landscape Maintenance,Horticulture,Irrigation,Maintenance,Operations Management,Gardening,Supervising Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1