Minneapolis Convention Center Grounds Worker

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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States City of Minneapolis Full time

Position Description

The Minneapolis Convention Center (MCC) is a relationship building. Each individual at MCC is a hospitality hero who fulfills our mission by providing service and fostering relationships. We make a positive impact on our internal and external guests by collaborating and delivering excellence in our service and facility. We host more than 300 events annually and contribute to a vibrant downtown community by providing economic impact through visitor spending at hotels, restaurants, arts & attractions, and retail establishments.

Perform grounds maintenance, sidewalk cleaning, snow removal, and gardening duties for the Convention Center.

WORK LOCATION:

This position currently works on-site only.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

SALARY:
Anticipated starting salary range: $ $27.14 /hour, depending on qualifications.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

LAWN CARE - Provide routine care to lawns including planting, seeding and fertilizing.
* SWEEP AND CLEAN- Walkways, keep them clear of obstacles-use powered pressure washer as needed-trash pick up, litter and recycling removal.
* SNOW AND ICE REMOVAL- from walkways manually and with motorized equipment
* EXTERIOR WALL WASHING -- Use of high reach equipment and pressure washers.
* Assist with soil preparation, weeding of gardens, shrub pruning and/or removal, planting of flowers and trees, the general care of plants, shrubs and flowers on grounds.
* Inspect all plants, trees, shrubs and grass to diagnose and/or prevent damage from insects, disease, weather or nutrient problems.
* Determine proper mowing and cultivation techniques needed and repair damaged lawn areas.
* Troubleshoot, adjust, repair and maintain irrigation systems
* Select proper procedures and applications of chemicals, fertilizer, insecticide, fungicide or herbicide assure healthy vigorous plants, trees, shrubs and lawn.
* Operate, repair and maintain all mechanical equipment. Evaluate the need for new equipment and secure estimates when purchase is necessary.
* Secure estimates form outside vendors when necessary and monitor and supervise the work.
* Direct personnel, as needed assigned to assist in grounds maintenance; including scheduling work assignments and training specific to the task.
* Handle complaints and. inquiries.


Required Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma and some training in fertilizing, seeding, lawn and plant care.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
One year of related grounds maintenance experience

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Driver's License

SELECTION PROCESS:

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

BACKGROUND CHECK

The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

UNION REPRESENTATION

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the [] . For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit the link above.

INTERVIEW SELECTION:

The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of grounds-keeping practices and procedures.
* Demonstrated knowledge and ability to use powered grounds equipment such as:
riding and manual lawn-mowing equipment riding sweepers, powered brooms and vacuums, snow blowers (riding and walk behind type), exterior power washing equipment, aerial work platforms and lifts, powered trimmers and blowers
* Knowledge of and ability to use powered equipment such as forklifts, powered pallet jacks, utility vehicles, and a pickup truck, with use of snow plow attachment & salt spreader
* Knowledge of blood and bodily fluid hazards and precautions.
* Some knowledge of plant disease, infestation and other related problems and their treatment.
* Knowledge of the tools, methods, practices and procedures used in raising and caring for flowers and other plants outdoors.
* Knowledge of the proper use and application of various pesticides, fungicides, etc
* Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
* Ability to work in a team environment or alone equally well.
* Ability to lift and move heavy items.
* Ability to manage assigned work load with limited supervision.
* Ability to work in or on high places like, lifts, hanging chairs, ladders or catwalks.


As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.


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