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Field Worker II- Conservation

Salary

$58,219.20 - $69,825.60 Annually

Location

Johnson County Conservation Dept FW Kent Park Oxford, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

00867

Department

Conservation

Opening Date

07/23/2025

Closing Date

8/2/2025 11:59 PM Central

+ Description

+ Benefits

Definition & Duties

Under supervision of the Operations Superintendent, perform maintenance and construction of Conservation Board areas including grounds, buildings and equipment. Serve as crew leader for temporary seasonal employees.

Knowledge of & Ability to

+ Basic mechanical principles

+ Equipment and vehicle operation and preventive maintenance

+ Building and grounds maintenance

+ Common native trees, shrubs, plants and grasses of Iowa and common invasive species

+ Tree and shrub planting, trimming and removal

+ Turf management and road maintenance

+ Chemicals and methods for the maintenance of shrubs and trees

+ Policy and procedure manuals dealing with grounds and building maintenance standards, safety standards, mowing equipment maintenance and repair manuals

+ Basic construction, carpentry and plumbing

+ English language to include basic grammar, sentence structure and vocabulary

Ability to:

+ Perform a variety of routine manual tasks in the care, cleaning, and general maintenance of buildings and equipment

+ Operate assigned equipment skillfully, safely and in conformance with regulations

+ Represent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy manner

+ Establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, supervisors and members of the public

+ Interpret rules to the public

+ Keep accurate records

+ Follow and understand oral and written instructions

+ Work well independently and as a member of a team

+ Be detail oriented while performing duties

+ Organize and prioritize multiple tasks

+ Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

+ Have clarity of speech, hearing and writing which permits effective communication

+ Have sufficient vision which permits light production and review of materials in hardcopy form

+ Have sufficient manual dexterity to make handwritten notations and use hand tools

+ Handle low to moderate levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the position

+ Perform moderate to heavy manual labor for extended periods of time

+ Walk, stand, sit, balance, climb, bend, kneel, squat, twist, reach and crawl

+ Lift, carry, push and pull up to 100 pounds

+ Work outdoors in all types of terrain in all types of weather

+ Have sufficient personal mobility to complete field work

+ Work flexible schedule and occasional overtime as needed

Minimum Education, Training & Experience & Special Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent AND two (2) years of related experience with a municipal or county park system. Prefer experience working with pesticides, paints, varnishes and lubrication oils.

Special requirement: Must pass background check. Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License and insurable under county liability coverage. Iowa Department of Agriculture Applicator Pesticide Certification or the ability to attain certification within six (6) months of hire.

Specific Duties

to be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

+ Mow grounds according to schedule. Trim plants and remove trees and shrubs; apply pesticides.

+ Perform routine preventative maintenance and repairs for equipment.

+ Perform general maintenance and repair of buildings as required.

+ Collect and haul refuse according to schedule.

+ Maintain public use buildings.

+ Fix minor plumbing and electrical problems including replacing lights and outlets.

+ Recondition park facilities as necessary.

+ Paint and stain buildings and signs.

+ Assist in grading and maintaining roads.

+ Assist in snow removal from park roads and sidewalks.

+ Serve as crew leader; train seasonal employees on safe equipment and hand tool operation.

+ Attend trainings and work related meetings.

+ Operate the facilities, equipment and special events.

+ Perform all work activities in accordance with Conservation Board policies, procedures and safety practices.

+ Attend work regularly at the designated place and time

Resume and cover letter must be attached to online application.

Employee Benefits

The following is a summary of benefits for full-time, non-bargaining County employees. Benefits, privileges and duties for employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement may vary depending on specific contract provisions.

Compensation

Employees serve a six-month probationary period and are eligible for meritorious performance compensation increases based upon performance evaluations. Across the board compensation increases are considered by the Board of Supervisors, and are made effective July 1 annually.

Vacation

+ During 1st through 4th years: 3 working weeks

+ During 4th through 9th years: 4 working weeks

+ During 9th through 19th years: 5 working weeks

+ During 19th or later years: 6 working weeks

Holidays

12 paid holidays per year plus 2 personal holidays:

+ New Year's Day

+ Martin Luther King's Birthday

+ President's Day

+ Memorial Day

+ Independence Day

+ Juneteenth

+ Labor Day

+ Veteran's Day

+ Thanksgiving Day and day after

+ Christmas

+ Floating Christmas holiday

Sick Leave

Accrues at the rate of 18 days per year on a per-pay period basis to a maximum accrual of 120 days. After accumulation of 90 sick days, employees may convert sick leave to vacation on a 4:1 basis.

Parental Leave

A paid two-week (80 hour) paid parental leave is provided to full-time benefit eligible parents to allow for child bonding time. This includes child's birth, adoption, placement in the home or court appointed guardianship.

Wellness Program

Voluntary wellness activities, screenings, educational opportunities and incentives are offered throughout the year for employees and their families.

Employee Assistance Program

Employees and their families may contact Synchrony for free EAP counseling and referral services.

Health Care Coverage

Eligible employees may elect health care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment.

+ Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Iowa is the third party administrator for this self-funded plan

+ PPO with 90/10 in-network and 80/20 out-of-network co-insurance; $275 deductible single or $550 deductible family; $1000 out-of-pocket maximum single or $2000 out -of-pocket maximum family

+ Single coverage is $32/month for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is $112.00/month.

Dental Care Coverage

Eligible employees may elect dental care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment. Single coverage is paid by the County for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is a cost between the County and employee.

Vision Care Coverage

Eligible employees may elect vision care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment. Single coverage is paid by the County for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is a cost between the County and employee.

Flexible Spending

Eligible employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for out-of-pocket health, dental and vision expenses that are not reimbursable through another source. Employees may also set aside pre-tax dollars for dependent care expenses.

Life Insurance

Eligible full-time employees are covered after 60 days of employment. Coverage is 1 times annualized compensation rounded up to the nearest thousand in group term life insurance and AD&D. Max covered salary $100,000.

*Supplemental Life Insurance

The County offers to all benefit-eligible employees additional life insurance coverage that may be purchased for employees, spouses and children at guarantee basis.

Long-Term Disability

Eligible full-time employees are covered after 60 days of employment. County provides up to 2 years of long term disability coverage at 66 2/3% of the employees wages as a result of injury, sickness or pregnancy; employees may opt to purchase additional coverage.

IPERS

Iowa Public Employee Retirement System is a mandatory defined benefit retirement plan designed to supplement both Social Security and private savings. Non law-enforcement employees contribute 6.29% and the County contributes 9.44%.

Deferred Compensation (457)

A deferred compensation plan is offered that provides tax advantages and an additional means in which to save for retirement with an easy payroll deduction. Employees may select from several companies offering deferred compensation. The County will match up to $40/biweekly, and employees are vested on day 1.

Discounted Bus Pass

Full-time and part-time employees are eligible to purchase discounted bus passes for Iowa City Transit and Coralville Transit for commuting to/from their jobs as Johnson County employees. Bus pass availability is subject to available funds and continuation of the program.

Johnson County is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer.

Women, minorities and elderly are encouraged to apply.

Employer

Johnson County

Address

913 S Dubuque St Suite 103 Iowa City, Iowa, 52240

Phone

319-356-6003

Website

https://www.johnsoncountyiowa.gov/

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