NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Grounds Maintenance - Pueblo
Pueblo, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.12/hr - $25.34/hr
1+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Grounds Maintenance professional to support the operation of the Colorado Department of Human Services facilities. The role involves maintaining the physical plant, including irrigation systems and landscaping, while ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for clients and staff.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
You are required to work at your assigned work location during your scheduled work times
This position exists to support the continued operation of the physical plant to include irrigation systems maintenance and repair, Maxicom system maintenance, and roads and asphalt maintenance and repair
This position also exists to provide care of lawns, shrubs, flowers, and trees within the guidelines of all regulatory state and federal requirements
Also, provides assistance to other area departments, i.e., demolition crew, underground services such as steam lines, electric lines, water and sewer lines by digging, shoring, insulating, backfilling and compacting
Apply horticultural skills and landscaping skills to trees, shrubs, and lawns by applying herbicides and/or pesticides according to federal and state regulations
Manicure and shape shrubs with electric trimmers
Display the natural beauty to the grounds by irrigating, aerating, fertilizing, and preserving lawns, trees, and shrubs
Monitor and manage Maxicom irrigation and satellite systems
Operate lawn mowers, tractors, dump trucks, snow plows, trenchers and state vehicles
Prevent possible hazardous accidents to patients, staff, and visitors by removing ice, snow, debris, and sand from parking lots, walkways, and door entrances
Monitor and repair slip, trip, and fall hazards relating to sidewalks, pathways, and building entrances
Assure proper disposal of disregarded materials to eliminate diseases and rodents by unloading disregarded materials to proper disposal sites
Repair roads and streets by using proper and adequate tools and/or material in accordance with state and federal regulation
Assure proper knowledge of a variety of machinery (including jackhammer, lawnmower, Skid Steer Loader, tamper, electrical, gas and hand tools) by demonstrating proper operation
Report any and all maintenance issues or malfunctions to the supervisor
Operate equipment that requires a CDL, (i.e.. dump truck with air brakes)
Assists department lead in the design and implementation of all landscaping projects to include design, customer input, cost estimating, and project management
Provide assistance to other departments such as electrical, plumbing, and construction by removing building debris, excavating electrical and plumbing ditches, and/or support of running electrical and plumbing lines
Perform other duties as assigned such as water main repairs
Qualification
Required
Applicants must have one year of large-scale landscaping and grounds maintenance experience in environments such as parks, golf courses, schools, campuses, etc
All job offers are contingent on a successful physical exam which also includes a lift and range of motion test provided by a designated health care professional, certifying the candidate's ability to perform the essential functions of the position
Motor Vehicle Check
Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License
This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position
A full pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons
Must be willing to submit and pass a full background check
Travel – This position will be required to drive State Vehicles as part of daily work assignment from site to site equipped with tools and equipment to perform daily duties
Must be willing to receive an annual influenza vaccination or provide a document for a medical exemption or a letter for religious exemption
Must successfully pass a Tuberculosis (TB) test
Must be available for call back to perform essential and/or emergency services without delay and/or without interruption
Must be available for shift work
Will be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours due to weather such as snow removal, emergencies, etc
Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials – Explain: Proximity to moving, mechanical parts, Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals., Exposure to electrical shock, and or working in highly exposed places
EXPOSURE TO WEATHER - Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather. Must be willing and able to work in these conditions
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position
Preferred
Experience installing and maintaining irrigation systems
Experience designing and maintaining large landscaping projects
Relevant years of state service experience
Benefits
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
Employee Wellness program
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
The Carlyle Group,Warburg PincusWarburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
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