Hands-On Grounds Maintenance & Landscaping Assistant

City of Columbia; Columbia (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Columbia, SC, is seeking a Maintenance Assistant (Forestry & Beautification) within Public Works Administration. The role performs semi-skilled and unskilled maintenance tasks to support the division, under close supervision, with emphasis on safety and quality.

The job requires lifting up to 75 pounds regularly and more than 100 pounds frequently, plus stamina for various physical activities and exposure to heat, dust, noise, and hazardous conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• No prior experience.
• Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Performs semi-skilled and unskilled maintenance work to support the operations of the assigned division or department.
• Drives and operates trucks and other vehicles; operates various hand and power tools as necessary to accomplish tasks.
• Installs, tests and repairs service lines.
• Attends training, meetings, etc., as necessary to enhance job knowledge and skills; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

City of Columbia, SC, is seeking a Maintenance Assistant (Forestry & Beautification) within Public Works Administration. The role performs semi-skilled and unskilled maintenance tasks to support the division, under close supervision, with emphasis on safety and quality.

The job requires lifting up to 75 pounds regularly and more than 100 pounds frequently, plus stamina for various physical activities and exposure to heat, dust, noise, and hazardous conditions.