Parks Department Laborer

Walterboro, SC; Walterboro (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Walterboro is seeking a dependable, hardworking individual to join its Parks Department as a Parks Department Laborer. This position performs routine and semi-skilled manual work to maintain parks, trails, landscaped areas, and public grounds, including groundskeeping, cleaning, equipment operation, and basic repairs.

Applicants should be able to perform heavy outdoor work, operate common groundskeeping tools, and follow safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid SC driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Mows, trims, edges, and maintain grass and landscaped areas.
• Plants and maintains trees, shrubs, flowers, and other landscaping; weeds and mulches planting beds.
• Collects litter, empties trash receptacles, removes debris, and cleans park facilities and public areas.
• Maintains trails and boardwalks by clearing vegetation and debris and assisting with repairs.
• Safely operates mowers, string trimmers, blowers, hand tools, and other assigned equipment.
• Performs daily equipment inspections, checks fluid levels, cleans equipment, and reports mechanical problems.
• Assists with basic carpentry, painting, irrigation maintenance, and repairs to park structures and amenities.
• Identifies and promptly reports safety hazards, damaged equipment, and maintenance needs.
• Assists with setup, cleanup, and other support for city events and special projects.
• Follows established safety procedures and uses required personal protective equipment.

Skills

SC driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CITY OF WALTERBORO

JOB OPENING: PARKS DEPARTMENT LABORER

Department: Parks Department
Employment Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Park Supervisor / Maintenance Crew Leader
Starting Pay: $17.00 minimum; higher starting pay DOQ
Application Deadline: Open until filled

POSITION SUMMARY

The City of Walterboro is seeking a dependable, hardworking individual to join its Parks Department. This position performs routine and semi-skilled manual work to maintain city parks, trails, landscaped areas, public grounds, and related facilities. Duties include groundskeeping, cleaning, equipment operation, and assisting with repairs and improvement projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mows, trims, edges, and maintain grass and landscaped areas.
• Plants and maintains trees, shrubs, flowers, and other landscaping; weeds and mulches planting beds.
• Collects litter, empties trash receptacles, removes debris, and cleans park facilities and public areas.
• Maintains trails and boardwalks by clearing vegetation and debris and assisting with repairs.
• Safely operates mowers, string trimmers, blowers, hand tools, and other assigned equipment.
• Performs daily equipment inspections, checks fluid levels, cleans equipment, and reports mechanical problems.
• Assists with basic carpentry, painting, irrigation maintenance, and repairs to park structures and amenities.
• Identifies and promptly reports safety hazards, damaged equipment, and maintenance needs.
• Assists with setup, cleanup, and other support for city events and special projects.
• Follows established safety procedures and uses required personal protective equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Familiarity with common groundskeeping tools and equipment and the ability to learn their safe operation and routine care.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with other employees.
• Dependability, punctuality, and attention to the quality and safety of assigned work.
• Ability to interact courteously and professionally with the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, construction, or facility maintenance preferred.
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is primarily performed outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, cold, and rain. Duties involve prolonged standing and walking; bending, kneeling, stooping, pushing, and pulling; working on uneven terrain; and lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• A certified three-year driving record from the DMV must accompany the application.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the City’s required pre-employment drug screening and background check.

The City of Walterboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.