MWR GARDENER (COMMUNITY RECREATION) Job in Lemoore, CA

Vacancy No. 25-12623139 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $18.97 to $18.97 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 11/24/2024 Close Date 12/8/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Lemoore, CA


Summary

This position is located at Community Recreation aboard Naval Air Station Lemoore, California. The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of duties necessary for the maintenance of the grounds and outside of buildings.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

  • This position maintains the appearance of external areas of buildings.
  • Removes weeds and unwanted plants from cracks, joints and crevices.
  • Gardening, and general care of grounds. This includes planting and transplanting grass, ground cover, flowers, shrubs, and trees. Controls and prevents pests, vertebrate and plant pests such as weeds, plant diseases and fungi.
  • Maintains lawns to include laying sod, aerating existing lawns, seeding, mowing and trimming edges with the use of applicable hand and power tools. Prunes and trims flowers, shrubs and hedges for a neat appearance. Rakes to ensure areas are clear of leaves and debris.
  • Inspects plants for obvious plant diseases, plant insects and unusual or poor plant growth and reports these findings to the supervisor.
  • Operates equipment to include hand mowers, standing mowers, weed cutters and a variety of hand tools. May operate a tractor with pull mower.
Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate must possess:
  • Knolwedge of seasonal gardening tasks and procedures. A general knowledge of gardening tasks and procedures.
  • Knowledge of environmental rules and regulations concerning procedures, equipment, commonly used chemicals and basic safety.
  • Ability to detect plant diseases and/or unusual plant growth.
  • Ability to use a variety of hand and power operated tools, such as seeders, spreaders, edgers, hedge trimmers, pruning shears and sprayers.
  • Basic math and reading skills.
  • Clear and effective communication skills both verbally and in writing in English.
  • A minimum of 6 months experience in basic grounds and building maintenance is preferred.
  • Experience using chemicals and appropriate personal protective equipment within a work setting preferred.

Education

This position does not have a positive educational requirement.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Resume
  • Proof of education/training/licensure: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) and licensure as applicable
  • If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
  • If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
  • If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
  • If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.

How to Apply

Applications are not accepted in person or via email. Applicants must apply online.

Click the blue APPLY button at the top of this announcement to apply.

Agency contact information

Brandie Korn
Address
NAS Lemoore
737 Avenger Ave
Lemoore, CA 93246
US
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Next steps

Applicants who do not meet the above requirements or submit all required forms may not be considered.

Due to volume of applications received, applicants may not be notified of non-selection.


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