Parks Grounds & Facilities Technician

Columbus Consolidated Government; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Consolidated Government seeks a park maintenance worker to maintain grounds and facilities, including mowing, edging, and preparing sports fields for games. The role involves setting up stages and bleachers for events and repairing equipment.

The position requires physical stamina, ability to read plans, operate hand and power tools, and to obtain a valid driver's license or CDL. Work is outdoors and includes lifting, bending, and exposure to weather.

Qualifications

• Basic tools and equipment knowledge used in park maintenance.
• Ability to read and follow basic instructions and safety guidelines.
• Work involves physical tasks and use of hand/power tools.

Responsibilities

• Places fences at special events; sets up stages, podiums, flags, and stairs.
• Mows grass, operates a weed eater, edges grass, and blows leaves.
• Assembles bleachers, benches, and permanent trash cans.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs barbecue grills.
• Prepares sports fields for games and tournaments; marks fields; adjusts end zone posts.

Skills

Problem solving

Hand and power tools

Oral and written communication

Reading & math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL - Commercial Driver's License

Job description

Columbus Consolidated Government seeks a park maintenance worker to maintain grounds and facilities, including mowing, edging, and preparing sports fields for games. The role involves setting up stages and bleachers for events and repairing equipment.

The position requires physical stamina, ability to read plans, operate hand and power tools, and to obtain a valid driver's license or CDL. Work is outdoors and includes lifting, bending, and exposure to weather.