Facilities & Grounds Maintenance Pro

Town-of-Smithfield; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Smithfield is seeking a General Maintenance Worker to support Town facilities, cemeteries, parks and grounds. The role includes landscape maintenance, minor carpentry, plumbing, HVAC tasks, and handling public requests for service.

You will operate lawn equipment, participate in cemetery maintenance, and ensure safety protocols. A high school diploma or GED is required, with the ability to obtain a NC pesticide license within one year and a valid NC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent; less than 2 years of related experience.
• Possession of or ability to obtain NC Ground Applicator’s Pesticide License (H & L) within one year.
• Must possess a valid North Carolina driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Landscape maintenance including turf management, plant care, mowing, trimming, mulching, and watering.
• Facility and cemetery maintenance such as backfilling graves, removing debris, changing lights, moving furniture, decorating for holidays/events.
• Inspect facilities and cemeteries for safety and record liability information.
• Perform semi-skilled maintenance (carpentry, electrical, plumbing) as needed to follow procedures.
• Operate mowers, trimmers, saws, blowers, and other grounds equipment.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Safety standards

Pesticide application

Equipment operation

Supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pesticide license within 1 year

Driver's license

Job description

The Town of Smithfield is seeking a General Maintenance Worker to support Town facilities, cemeteries, parks and grounds. The role includes landscape maintenance, minor carpentry, plumbing, HVAC tasks, and handling public requests for service.

You will operate lawn equipment, participate in cemetery maintenance, and ensure safety protocols. A high school diploma or GED is required, with the ability to obtain a NC pesticide license within one year and a valid NC driver’s license.