2026 City Service Worker, Parks & Grounds

City of Marietta; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Marietta's Parks and Grounds division seeks a grounds maintenance worker responsible for mowing, trimming, planting and general site upkeep across city properties. The role reports to the division Foreperson and involves daily task assignments and team collaboration.

Must have 2 years outdoor maintenance experience, operate gas-powered equipment and a 3-ton dump truck, hold a valid Georgia driver's license, and pass a physical exam.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years recent outdoor property maintenance experience.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license with no DUI in the last 5 years.
• Ability to read, write, speak English and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Maintains city/BLW grounds: mowing, leaves, pruning, planting, trash removal.
• Repairs park facilities and paints as assigned; applies fertilizers and chemicals.
• Operates vehicles and equipment; secures materials on site.
• Assists in special events setup, cleanup, and maintenance shop duties.
• Reports equipment failures and keeps track of tools and gear.
• May lead probationers under the Community Service Program.

Skills

Outdoor property maintenance

Gas-powered equipment operation

Operate heavy machinery

English literacy

Tools

Bobcat loader

Front-end loader with backhoe

3-ton dump truck

Lawn maintenance equipment

Job description

Rate of Pay: $17.00 - $19.41
Status: Open Until Filled This position is the first of three levels within the Parks and Grounds division within the Parks, Recreation and Facilities department that performs semi-skilled or more responsible grounds and landscaping maintenance for city/BLW property. Receives daily work assignments from the division Foreperson.

• Maintains city/BLW grounds such as cutting grass, raking leaves, tree trimming and removal, weed eradication, trash and brush removal, sod, tree, and flower planting. Repairs graves sites, park benches, playground equipment, and related park facilities. Paints restrooms benches, and other park facilities as assigned. Applies fertilizers, pesticides and other chemicals to lawns and plants as assigned.
• Notifies Foreperson of maintenance needed for various assigned parks and grounds.
• Performs trash control at City Hall, Glover Park, Marietta Square, and other City/BLW property and facilities.
• Cleans and maintains tennis courts, athletic fields, walking trails, restrooms, parking lots, pavilion, and park areas.
• Drive a 3-ton dump truck to deliver and unload materials, tools and equipment to job site as assigned. Assist in securing materials on the job site against loss, damage or thief.
• Assists in set-up, take down and cleanup activities for special events as assigned.
• Assists in the cleanup of the maintenance shop. Keeps trucks, tractors and all tools used cleaned. Notifies Foreperson of equipment failures, part replacements or required maintenance.
• Responsible for keeping track of all equipment assigned on the job site. Reports any missing tools and equipment to the Foreperson.
• May be assigned job leadership and guidance to probationers with the Community Service Program as assigned.
• Must be able to work forty-hour work week, with normal workdays scheduled either Sunday through Thursday, or Tuesday through Saturday. Schedule to be assigned by Director.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years recent experience in outdoor property maintenance operating gas-powered machines such as, lawn mowers, chain saws, blowers, trimmers, and other small engine landscaping equipment. Skill operating a bobcat loader and attachments; front-end loader with backhoe; 3-ton dump truck and large commercial lawn maintenance equipment.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license at time of hire including a satisfactory seven-year driver’s license to include no DUI’s in the last 5 years.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English, add and subtract whole numbers, carry out instructions and in good physical condition. Ability to pass a physical examination at time of hire.
• Knowledge of current landscaping methods, carpentry, painting, and other related maintenance methods. Knowledge and skill with basic hand tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of lawn and plant chemicals, fertilizers, and applications.
• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to lift, pull or push moderate to heavy objects and walk or stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions.

Disclaimer Successful candidates are required to submit to drug screen & background inquiry.