Grounds Maintenance Technician I

Town of Morrisville (NC); Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Morrisville (NC) seeks a Grounds Maintenance Technician I to care for parks, greenways, recreation areas and public spaces year-round. You will perform mowing, planting, equipment operation and basic facility upkeep while engaging residents and visitors.

Under the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, you will join a team dedicated to high-quality outdoor environments, supporting events and special projects while upholding safety and service standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, turf management, park maintenance, or related field preferred.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license.
• Must pass drug screening, background check, and motor vehicle record check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain parks, greenways, recreation areas, landscaped grounds, and rights-of-way.
• Perform landscaping tasks including mowing, edging, trimming, pruning, weeding, and mulching.
• Assist with turf management activities such as fertilizing, aerating, overseeding, topdressing, and sodding.
• Plant and maintain trees, shrubs, flowers, and other landscape materials.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs to park amenities, facilities, and equipment.
• Clean park shelters, buildings, playgrounds, and other public-use areas.
• Inspect playgrounds, grounds, and facilities for safety concerns and report major issues to supervisors.
• Remove leaves, snow, and debris from Town properties and facilities.
• Operate vehicles, mowers, tractors, utility vehicles, string trimmers, blowers, edgers, sprayers, and other equipment.

Skills

Landscaping experience

Drug screening

Background check

Motor vehicle record check

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mowers

Tractors

String Trimmers

Blowers

Edgers

Sprayers

Job description

We're looking for a Grounds Maintenance Technician I to help keep our parks, greenways, recreation areas, and public spaces safe, clean, and beautiful for the community. In this hands-on role, you'll perform a variety of landscaping, grounds maintenance, and facility upkeep tasks while working outdoors year-round. From mowing and planting to operating equipment and supporting special projects, you'll play an important role in enhancing the Town's parks and public spaces while providing excellent service to residents and visitors. Working under the direction of the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, you'll be part of a team dedicated to maintaining high-quality recreational facilities and outdoor environments.

• Maintain parks, greenways, recreation areas, landscaped grounds, and rights-of-way.
• Perform landscaping tasks including mowing, edging, trimming, pruning, weeding, and mulching.
• Assist with turf management activities such as fertilizing, aerating, overseeding, topdressing, and sodding.
• Plant and maintain trees, shrubs, flowers, and other landscape materials.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs to park amenities, facilities, and equipment.
• Clean park shelters, buildings, playgrounds, and other public‑use areas.
• Inspect playgrounds, grounds, and facilities for safety concerns and report major issues to supervisors.
• Remove leaves, snow, and debris from Town properties and facilities.
• Operate vehicles, mowers, tractors, utility vehicles, string trimmers, blowers, edgers, sprayers, and other equipment required for grounds maintenance.
• Clean, inspect, and perform routine maintenance on tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Assist with special projects such as tree plantings, landscape installations, and Town events.
• Support other Public Works divisions with projects and emergency response activities as needed.
• Apply pesticides under the direction of a licensed applicator.
• Interact professionally with residents by responding to questions and communicating park rules and regulations.
• Provide guidance to seasonal employees, volunteers, and community service workers.
• Assist in preparing facilities and grounds for Town programs, events, and community activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

We're looking for someone who enjoys outdoor work, takes initiative, and is committed to providing excellent service to the community.

In order to be considered for the position, you MUST meet the...

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, turf management, park maintenance, or a related field.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Ability to successfully pass a drug screening, background check, and motor vehicle record check.

Physical and Work Requirements

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and operating equipment.
• Regularly lifts and carries materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Works outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions.
• May be required to respond during emergencies, severe weather events, or other situations requiring essential personnel.

Join our team and help create and maintain the parks and outdoor spaces that make our community a great place to live, work, and play!