Outdoor Grounds & Drainage Tech - Four-Day Week, Pension

CHARLESTON COUNTY; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day workweek

Pension

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Paid parental leave

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Charleston County Public Works Department is seeking motivated, safety-minded individuals to join our team in outdoor maintenance roles. We offer a four-day workweek, competitive pay, and progressive benefits including pension, paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave.

The role pays an hourly rate of $19.17 with immediate application review and open until filled. Duties include operating trucks and various equipment for grounds maintenance and drainage work, along with on-the-job safety and

Qualifications

• Ability to comprehend and execute written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to provide good customer service.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools and power equipment using proper PPE
• Must be safety-minded and be able to work well in a demanding, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Reliable transportation to get to work.
• Valid SC Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within (6) months.
• Available to report to work during hazardous weather or emergency conditions

Responsibilities

• operating crew cab pick-up or box truck, utility task vehicle, zero turn and push mowers, weed eaters, chain saws, edgers, trimmers, pruners, blowers, pole saws, and various hand tools to provide grounds maintenance on County properties and/or maintenance of County drainage easements and road rights-of-way; assist with preventative maintenance of equipment and vehicles; maintain a clean and safe crew area; as well as other related duties as assigned. Positions are available on our Vac Truck and/or Drainage Maintenance Crews.

Job description

Charleston County Public Works Department is seeking motivated, safety-minded individuals to join our team in outdoor maintenance roles. We offer a four-day workweek, competitive pay, and progressive benefits including pension, paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave.

The role pays an hourly rate of $19.17 with immediate application review and open until filled. Duties include operating trucks and various equipment for grounds maintenance and drainage work, along with on-the-job safety and