Crew Worker – Grounds

Hattiesburgms; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 19,286 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Hattiesburgms is seeking a Crew Worker for the Parks & Recreation Department in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. This role involves skilled manual labor for landscape maintenance, including mowing, aesthetic upkeep, and event support.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and be able to operate landscaping tools. This position requires outdoor work in all weather conditions and may include evenings and weekends during City events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience or training in general grounds or landscape maintenance preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Mississippi driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform mowing, trimming, and general landscape maintenance for City parks.
• Plant and maintain flowers, shrubs, sod, and trees.
• Operates various types of landscaping equipment.

Skills

Operating lawn and landscape maintenance equipment

General grounds maintenance

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Zero-turn mowers

Weed eaters

Blowers

Pressure washers

Job description

Position: Crew Worker – Grounds
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Landscape Maintenance
Rate of Pay: $14.50/hour

Nature of Work:
This position involves skilled manual labor focused on landscape maintenance, mowing, and general upkeep of City-owned properties. Work is performed primarily outdoors and requires the ability to tolerate a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, and inclement weather.

Duties include operating and maintaining landscaping and mowing equipment such as zero-turn mowers, weed eaters, blowers, hand tools and minor equipment. The employee will assist with general property and right of way beautification, grounds upkeep, and event support.

Occasional work may be required during public events, festivals, or holiday celebrations hosted by the City of Hattiesburg.

Essential Functions

• Performs mowing, trimming, edging, and general landscape maintenance for City parks and properties.
• Plants and maintains flowers, shrubs, sod, and trees.
• Applies fertilizer, weed control, and insecticides as directed.
• Operates various types of equipment, including zero-turn mowers, weed eaters, blowers, pressure washers, and other landscaping tools.
• Maintains cleanliness of grounds by removing trash, debris, and recyclables.
• Mulches, prunes, and waters landscaped areas as needed.
• Performs basic preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment and completes maintenance reports.
• Provides support for setup and cleanup during City events, festivals, and celebrations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience or training in general grounds or landscape maintenance preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Mississippi driver’s license.
• Ability to safely operate lawn and landscape maintenance equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.