Building/Grounds Specialist I

South Carolina Department of Agriculture; South Carolina; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Agriculture is seeking a Building Grounds Specialist at the State Farmers Market in West Columbia. You will perform landscaping, lawn care, routine maintenance, and assist with light carpentry and repairs, while delivering strong customer service to the public.

This full-time, outdoor role requires a valid driver’s license, experience in landscaping, use of commercial mowing equipment, and the ability to work in extreme heat or cold.

Qualifications

• Trades experience directly related to the job area.
• Valid driver’s license required to operate a vehicle.
• Strong customer service when interacting with the public.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscaping on the Market grounds including lawn mowing, trimming, and weeding.
• Adhere to maintenance schedules and keep records of preventive maintenance.
• Maintain cleanliness of market grounds and restrooms; collect and dispose of trash.

Skills

Trades experience

Valid driver’s license

Customer service

Tools

Lawn mowing equipment

Maintenance tools

Job description

• This is a reposting. All prior applicants are still being considered. *****

Job Responsibilities

• This is a reposting. All prior applicants are still being considered. *****

Do you like to be outside? Do you enjoy performing landscaping work? Do you like maintenance projects and working with your hands? If so, joining our team as a Building Grounds Specialist could be the opportunity you have been looking for!

Responsibilities

If so, joining our team at the State Farmers Market (West Columbia) could be just the opportunity you have been looking for! As a Building Grounds Specialistyour responsibilities will include:

• Performing landscaping on the Market grounds to include lawn mowing, trimming, and weeding.
• Adhering to weekly and monthly maintenance schedules of equipment / facilities and maintaining accurate records of preventative maintenance.
• Assuring the general cleanliness of the market grounds, including cleaning restrooms, collecting and dumping trash and other debris.
• Assisting with light carpentry, plumbing, and other maintenance items.
• Serving as part of the team to set-up, staff, and tear-down for special and seasonal events like Spring / Fall Plant and Flower Shows, car shows, tasting events, etc.
• Providing strong customer service to the general public.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Trades experience that is directly related to the area of employment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years related experience.
• Experience with commercial grade landscaping and mowing equipment.
• One or more experience with performing maintenance on lawn care equipment.

Additional Comments

• Must be able to work in extreme heat and cold.
• Must have the ability to endure long periods of walking and standing.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must have reliable transportation to / from worksite.
• Must be able to climb steps and ladders, as well as occasionally work on elevated surfaces.
• Ability to bend, kneel and stoop.
• 40-hour work week.