Grounds Maintenance Worker

County of Dare; Manteo (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established local government entity is seeking a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Worker to join its team. In this role, you will engage in various outdoor tasks, including mowing, trimming, and maintaining the beauty of County facilities. Your responsibilities will also encompass preparing planting beds and ensuring public areas remain clean and tidy. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, where your contributions will directly enhance the community's landscape. If you enjoy working outdoors and have a passion for maintaining beautiful spaces, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of hand and power tools used in landscaping.
• Ability to perform labor for extended periods under various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Mows, trims, and edges grass on County grounds.
• Prepares planting beds and maintains cleanliness of paths.
• Assists with irrigation repairs and performs storm cleanup.

Skills

Hand tools knowledge

Power tools knowledge

Equipment maintenance

Ability to work in adverse weather

Ability to follow instructions

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn mower

Pruning tools

Irrigation tools

Job description

Performs manual work performing grounds maintenance at County facilities, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Mows, trims, and edges grass on all County grounds; weeds flower and shrub beds; cuts back and prunes trees and shrubs.
• Prepares beds for fertilizer, planting, seeding, and mulch; loads and transports plants and materials to the job site; plants trees, shrubs, and flowers.
• Keeps walks and paths clear and tidy; keeps roadside clean.
• Performs regularly scheduled lawn mower maintenance.
• Cleans and maintains shop area.
• Assists with irrigation repair.
• Performs storm cleanup and snow removal as required.
• Performs other assigned duties.

Qualifications:

• General knowledge of the use of common hand and specialized power tools.
• General knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of equipment used in landscaping grounds maintenance.
• Skill in the use of tools and equipment to which assigned.
• Ability to perform labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, associates, and others.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Valid driver’s license.