Airport Ground Worker Seasonal - GMIA

Interested in joining Milwaukee County? Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day.

Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support Enforcement, Combined Court Operations, Sheriffs Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors in the Department on Aging, those with Disabilities, and Veterans Affairs. Our employees also remain committed to serve the cultural, human, recreational and social needs of the entire community.

Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.
 

We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County!

Airport Grounds Worker (Summer Seasonal)

Hourly Pay Range: $20.87

Job Summary:  On a seasonal basis, the Airport Grounds Worker performs maintenance to Airport grounds and properties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Operate motorized vehicles - Operate motorized vehicles, including pickup trucks with trailers, riding mowers, weed eaters and leaf blowers.
• Mow and trim grass - Mow and trim grass on Airport grounds and outlying properties owned by the Airport.
• Pick litter and sweep pavements.
• Maintain flower beds - Maintain flower beds.  Plant, cultivate, pull weed and fertilize.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current WI Resident
• High school diploma or G. E. D. equivalency is required.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License required.
• Grounds maintenance experience preferred.
• Able to carry/lift, push/pull 60 lbs.
• Background Check and ability to obtain an airport badge.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Contact with employees or others primarily at routine level involving basic information exchange.
• Contact with peers and other involving explanation of information (these contacts may be within or outside department or division), and the gathering of information.  May include the communication of sensitive or confidential information.
• Limited external contact: gather information, answer queries, or ask assistance.
• Read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions and procedures manuals.

This is a morning shift role -7.30 am to 3.30 pm Monday to Friday work time.

Note: This Original Examination is open to all qualified applicants authorized to work in the United States.  In accordance with Rule III section 11 of the Civil Service Rules a non-competitive examination will be held for this position. The non-competitive examination will consist of a review of candidate materials, education, and related experience.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION.

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Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.