Laborer, Senior Parks & Grounds

City of Bowie; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental, vision

Life and LTC insurance

401(k) with employer match

457 savings plan

Job summary

The City of Bowie is seeking an individual for heavy manual labor in landscape maintenance. Must operate hand tools, chain saws, mowers, and weed eaters while following specific instructions. Requires ability to work well with staff and the public.

Qualifications include HS diploma or GED, Driver’s License, and experience with landscaping equipment. Preferred: Class B CDL. Salary is hourly with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED.
• Able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor, ability to understand and follow specific instructions.
• Experience operating various landscaping equipment.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Use hand tools and landscaping equipment including chain saws, mowers, and weed eaters.
• Maintain landscape and grounds.
• Follow supervisor instructions and safety rules.

Skills

Follow instructions

Heavy manual labor

Ability to read and follow directions

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Chain saws

Mowers

Weed eaters

Job description

The City of Bowie is seeking an individual with the ability to perform heavy manual labor, understand and follow specific instructions. Must be able to use hand tools, chain saws, mowers and weed eaters. Knowledge and skills in landscape maintenance. Ability to maintain a good working relationship with fellow employees, supervisors, and the general public.

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED
• Able to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor, ability to understand and follow specific instructions
• Experience operating various landscaping equipment
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possession of a Valid Class B CDL
• Experience operating various landscaping equipment

Salary: $23.49 Hourly

Employee Benefits: Excellent medical, dental, vision, life and long-term care insurance; 401(k) with employer match; 457 savings plan.

Application Deadline: September 25, 2026 BY 5:00 PM

All applicants MUST submit a completed City of Bowie employment application in order to be considered for this opportunity.

Applicants for this position MUST register FOR THE Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. (https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/) Applicants not registered will not be considered.

A proud Equal Opportunity Employer, the City of Bowie is committed to providing a fair and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued and respected. This commitment is a vital part of the City’s organizational culture and values.