Park Maintenance Lead - Grounds & Facilities

Howard County Government; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Howard County Government is seeking a qualified grounds maintenance crew leader to perform skilled grounds tasks across county parks and facilities. The role involves operating equipment, leading a crew, and ensuring safety and quality on projects.

Starting salary ranges indicate competitive pay with benefits, and the incumbent will report to a supervisor within the Parks and Recreation division. This is essential, on-call work with routine public interaction.

Qualifications

• Completion of the 12th grade plus two years of experience in landscaping or park maintenance.
• Alternatively, an Associate's degree in horticulture or park/resource management with relevant experience.
• Maryland Class ACDL License within one year of hire; CPR and First Aid Certification within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs grounds and turf maintenance, pavilion and picnic area cleaning, and repairs in assigned park regions.
• Performs trail construction and maintenance.
• Conducts minor plumbing, janitorial, painting, electrical, and carpentry work.
• Performs landscape and horticultural maintenance including pesticide application, trimming, edging, pruning, and mulching.
• Removes graffiti and repairs vandalism.
• Performs routine playground inspections and repairs.
• Performs specialized maintenance on park amenities (e.g., skills course, equestrian ring).
• Maintains inventory of tools, supplies, materials, and chemicals.
• Directs crew in daily projects and ensures work meets quality and quantity standards.

Skills

Leadership

Grounds maintenance

Equipment operation

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in horticulture or park management

Job description

Howard County Government is seeking a qualified grounds maintenance crew leader to perform skilled grounds tasks across county parks and facilities. The role involves operating equipment, leading a crew, and ensuring safety and quality on projects.

Starting salary ranges indicate competitive pay with benefits, and the incumbent will report to a supervisor within the Parks and Recreation division. This is essential, on-call work with routine public interaction.