Part-Time Park Maintenance & Field Prep Specialist

Craven County Government; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Craven County Government is seeking a part-time Park Maintenance worker for Creekside or West Craven Parks. The role runs through Spring, Summer, and Fall, with duties including cleaning park areas, sanitizing facilities, and preparing athletic fields for events.

Responsibilities include mowing, operating lawn equipment, and assisting with special events, often requiring evenings and weekend work and tactful interaction with the public.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid NC Driver's license required.
• Experience operating mowing and field maintenance equipment preferred.
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Keep park areas clean from trash and debris.
• Sanitize and clean bathrooms.
• Prepare and maintain athletic fields for weekend games and tournaments; clean restrooms and shelters.
• Mow and trim fields and common grounds.
• Interact with the public with tact; evenings and weekends required.
• Be available for special events and programs as needed.

Skills

Lawn equipment handling

Public interaction

Heavy lifting up to 75 lb

Tools

Tractors and power tools

Lawn mowers

Weed eaters

Job description

Craven County Government is seeking a part-time Park Maintenance worker for Creekside or West Craven Parks. The role runs through Spring, Summer, and Fall, with duties including cleaning park areas, sanitizing facilities, and preparing athletic fields for events.

Responsibilities include mowing, operating lawn equipment, and assisting with special events, often requiring evenings and weekend work and tactful interaction with the public.