Parks & Grounds Maintenance Technician

DeKalb County; Decatur (GA); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County is seeking a full-time Grounds Maintenance worker in Georgia. The role involves mowing, trimming, pruning, trash collection, maintenance of parks and playgrounds, and operating a range of lawn care equipment.

Eligible candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and a valid Georgia driver’s license; CDL preferred. Work hours align with Parks & Recreation schedules, with compensation discussed at hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Georgia driver's license required; CDL preferred.
• Experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance preferred.
• Must be able to operate lawn care equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates work orders, determines needed equipment and supplies, executes tasks, and records work done.
• Mows, edges, and trims grass; uses weed eater; aerates lawns; cleans areas with blower and equipment.
• Prunes trees and trims shrubbery; removes waste properly.
• Collects trash in park areas; changes liners; inspects for cleanliness and safety.
• Paints and maintains playground structures; removes graffiti; reports issues.
• Operates light trucks, ATVs, generators, woodchippers, mowers and other power tools; performs routine maintenance; transports gear; reports issues.

Skills

Lawn maintenance

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DeKalb County is seeking a full-time Grounds Maintenance worker in Georgia. The role involves mowing, trimming, pruning, trash collection, maintenance of parks and playgrounds, and operating a range of lawn care equipment.

Eligible candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and a valid Georgia driver’s license; CDL preferred. Work hours align with Parks & Recreation schedules, with compensation discussed at hire.