Grounds Maintenance Worker {Seasonal}

Elizabethcitync; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a seasonal role focused on maintaining the beauty of our parks and public spaces. This position involves a variety of tasks such as mowing, planting, and operating specialized equipment, ensuring our community areas are well-kept and inviting. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or GED and have some experience in grounds maintenance. The role requires flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends, and the ability to perform labor under different weather conditions. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the community while enjoying the outdoors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with some grounds maintenance experience.
• Ability to operate motorized equipment and perform labor in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform grounds maintenance tasks including mowing, planting, and equipment repair.
• Maintain City park areas and operate specialized equipment.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Operating motorized equipment

Use of hand tools

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mowers

Tractors

Power tools

Job description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs responsible semiskilled work in a variety of grounds maintenance assignments. Frequently operates specialized and other equipment in connection with the tasks to which assigned. Work is performed under the regular supervision. Supervision may be exercised over unskilled workers. These positions are seasonal from May-September, up to 40 hours, and require working a varied schedule to include days, evenings, and weekends. Must be available between 6:00 am-7:00 pm Monday through Friday.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks

• Mowing and planting grass and grounds maintenance activities; operating, maintaining and repairing equipment.
• Maintains City park areas and equipment;
• Mows grass, edges, rakes leaves, and removes trees;
• Uses chemicals and fertilizer in grounds maintenance activities;
• Maintains mowers, tractors and equipment;
• Sows grass; aerates soil; trims hedges; removes fallen tree limbs;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Some experience as a semi-skilled worker in grounds maintenance. Some experience in the operation of motorized equipment.

Education And Experience & Special Requirements

Some knowledge of the use of common hand and specialized power tools. Some knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of equipment used in grounds maintenance. Skilled in the use of equipment to which assigned. Ability to perform labor for extended periods of time, often under unfavorable weather conditions.

This position requires a valid state of North Carolina driver's license. Do you meet this minimum requirement?