Part Time Grounds Maintenance

City of Reading, PA; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Reading, PA is seeking a Part-Time Grounds Maintenance worker in Reading, PA. The role involves outdoor work in all weather, with duties including mowing, gardening, custodial tasks, and assisting Parks and Public Properties staff.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED, the ability to lift 75 pounds, and the capacity to follow written and verbal instructions. Schedule is 28 hours per week, with days Monday through Friday and local scheduling to be determined.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 75 pounds.
• Must be able to understand written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• General grounds maintenance including mowing grass, gardening, and weeding.
• Completes custodial work including litter pick up and trash removal.
• Paints as required.
• Assist Parks and Public Properties employees in their work.
• Perform miscellaneous operations tasks as given by the Director of Operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Outdoor work in all weather

Ability to lift 75 pounds

Follow written and verbal instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Part Time Grounds Maintenance

Regular Part-Time Reading, PA, US

JOB VACANCY #: JV 2026-3

THE POSITION OF: Grounds Maintenance

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION OF : Public Works/Parks

The candidate for this position must be able to work independently or on a crew in an outdoor setting, completing tasks consistent with grounds maintenance. This includes working in all elements of weather throughout the year.

Work schedule will be twenty-eight (28) hours per week, between Monday and Friday. Actual scheduling will be determined once the candidate is hired.

Typical duties may include but not limited to:

• General grounds maintenance including mowing grass, gardening, and weeding.
• Completes custodial work including litter pick up and trash removal.
• Paints as required.
• Assist Parks and Public Properties employees in their work.
• Perform miscellaneous operations tasks as given by the Director of Operations.
• Custodial work including litter pick up and trash removal.
• Performs clean-ups and general maintenance of City properties.
• Performs other duties as assigned .

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Able to lift a minimum of 75 pounds.
• Must be able to understand written and verbal instructions.