Maintenance Worker – Parks

Washington County; Town of Vermont (WI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare including Health, Dental &/

Vision Coverage

Job summary

Washington County seeks a Maintenance Worker to perform semi-skilled trades and general facility upkeep. The role includes operating light trucks and grounds equipment, performing basic repairs, and maintaining county-owned facilities.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 3+ years in semi-skilled labor and turf maintenance. CDL-B eligibility within 6 months is required; the position is non-exempt and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years semi-skilled laborer experience in one or more trades.
• Minimum 3 years groundskeeper or turf maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist carpentry, masonry, and plumbing repairs as needed.
• Paint with minimal supervision.
• Safely operate small power tools and equipment.
• Operate mowers, tractors, and snow throwers.
• Perform basic maintenance and repair of County facilities and equipment.
• Occasionally lead general housekeeping and minor repair tasks.

Skills

Masonry basics

Carpentry

Plumbing repairs

Equipment operation

Turf maintenance

Vehicle operation

Snow plow operation

Hand and power tools

Instruction adherence

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

3+ years semi-skilled laborer experience

3+ years groundskeeper/turf maintenance experience

Job description

Washington County offers a full compensation package that reflects how much we value our employees. Please take a look at what you can expect to earn as a Maintenance Worker during your first year as a full-time Employee with Washington County Government:

• Sixty (60) Paid Personal Hours
• Eighty (80) Paid Vacation Hours
• Fourteen (14) Paid Holidays
• One Hundred & Twenty (120) Paid Sick Hours
• County and Employee funded Healthcare including Health, Prescription, Dental and Vision Coverage
• County Paid Employee Assistance Plan
• County Paid Life Insurance
• County Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• County Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• Up to $2,500.00 Annual Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
• County and Employee funded Defined Pension Plan
• Vested in just five (5) years.
• Credit for Prior Active Military Service and Unused Paid Sick Days.

An Annual Salary of $47,923 starting..

JOB TITLE: MaintenanceWorker GRADE 7

DEPARTMENT: Buildings, Grounds and Facilities FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: MaintenanceLeadworker

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

Semi-skilled laborer position requiring basic trade skills and responsible for, but is not limited to, operation of light trucks, grounds maintenance equipment, hand tools and/or power tools. Also responsible for general maintenance of County owned facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Assists other employees with carpentry, masonry, and plumbing repair assignments.
• Carries out painting assignments with minimal supervision.
• Safely operates small power tools and equipment.
• Operates power (push) mowers, riding mowers, tractors, and snow throwers.
• Performs basic maintenance and repair work of County-owned facilities and equipment.
• Operates snow plows and spreaders, as required.
• Arranges meeting rooms for use.
• May occasionally act as lead worker in general housekeeping, maintenance, and minor repair assignments.
• Participates in training sessions as required.
• Performs related assignments as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Basic skills in masonry, carpentry, plumbing repairs, and equipment operation.
• Sound knowledge of proper turf maintenance for parks and playing fields.
• Qualified to operate trucks, autos, tractors, and other equipment used for grounds maintenance.
• Operates snowplows and spreaders.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools, light duty equipment and techniques applicable to the particular area of assignment.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to accept and comply with County policy.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a semi-skilled laborer in one or more trades gained through on-the-job training or technical school.
• Minimum of three (3) years groundskeeper and/or turf maintenance experience.

A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, and handling, pushing and pulling. Physically capable of performing heavy manual labor such as shoveling snow, etc. Ability to

exert up to 150 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently. Frequently lifting, carrying and pushing/pulling of up to 80 lbs.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid Class-B Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. Human Resources: 4/2015, 1/2019, 04/2021

Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals requiring special accommodations or assistance are requested to contact the Human Resources Department at 240-313-2350, Voice or TDD (D/HH use 711) M/F/H/V.

DEADLINE FOR FILING APPLICATIONS WITH HUMAN RESOURCES:

Friday, October 2, 2026 @ 4:00pm

WASHINGTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

100 W. WASHINGTON ST., Room 2300, HAGERSTOWN, MD 21740-4735

Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Call 7-1-1 for MD Relay

Web Site:www.washco-md.net

Job Line: (240)-313-2360

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic or veteran status, sexual orientation, or disability

For more information contact:
WASHINGTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
100 W. WASHINGTON ST., Room 2300
HAGERSTOWN, MD 21740-4735
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Call 7-1-1 for MD Relay

Department: Buildings, Grounds & Facilities