CDL Grounds & Parks Specialist - Historic Properties

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission - PGC Parks and Recreation; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation Southern Region Parks Division seeks an experienced Grounds Maintenance Specialist- CDL working at Watkins Regional Park in Upper Marlboro, MD. This senior role handles diverse maintenance tasks, including mowing, pest control, and large equipment operation.

The position demands leadership in complex assignments, training of staff, and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 4 years of grounds/park maintenance experience.
• CDL required within 12 months of hire.
• Certification as a Pesticide Applicator or ability to obtain.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Mow and maintain parks and historic properties.
• Operate large equipment safely (tractors, skid loaders, sprayers).
• Provide guidance and training to seasonal staff.
• Perform pest management and inspect safety hazards.
• Prepare and prioritize maintenance work orders.
• Assist with facility operations and event setup.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Team player

Safety awareness

Pest management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

CDL

Job description

The Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation Southern Region Parks Division seeks an experienced Grounds Maintenance Specialist- CDL working at Watkins Regional Park in Upper Marlboro, MD. This senior role handles diverse maintenance tasks, including mowing, pest control, and large equipment operation.

The position demands leadership in complex assignments, training of staff, and adherence to safety standards.