Public Works Grounds & Parks Crew Member

Jefferson Township, Franklin County; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OPERS with 14% employer contribution

Medical, dental, vision, life, and.dis

12 paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Longevity bonus after 5 years

Job summary

Jefferson Township is seeking a full-time Service Crew I to help maintain Township roads, parks, cemeteries, stormwater infrastructure, and facilities in a growing suburban environment. This position provides hands-on experience with equipment such as zero-turn mowers, small dump trucks, trailers, and other light gear, while developing practical skills in grounds maintenance and public works services.

The primary work schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• Valid State of Ohio Class D (regular) driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability under the Township’s property and liability coverage.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, the materials, methods, and safety precautions used in road and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to perform a wide range of duties, often switching between tasks of varying nature and adjusting priorities quickly as needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with Township staff, elected and appointed officials, and the general public.

Responsibilities

• Provides snow and ice removal using vehicles that do not require a CDL.
• Performs groundskeeping duties, including mowing, trimming, weeding, and planting.
• Maintains, cleans, and repairs park facilities, including playgrounds, shelter houses and restrooms.
• Assists with road maintenance, including traffic control, pothole repair, berm maintenance, street sign installation, and tree trimming.
• Conducts stormwater maintenance, including reclaiming ditches, and repairing and replacing storm tiles and catch basins.
• Assists with open and closing grave plots for cemetery burials and cremations and pouring of headstone foundations.
• Operates and maintains a variety of equipment used in roadway, grounds, cemetery, and stormwater maintenance, including dump trucks, snow plows, zero-turn mowers, weed eaters, and related equipment.

Skills

Driver's license (Ohio Class D)

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking and adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Jefferson Township is seeking a full-time Service Crew I to help maintain Township roads, parks, cemeteries, stormwater infrastructure, and facilities in a growing suburban environment. This position provides hands-on experience with equipment such as zero-turn mowers, small dump trucks, trailers, and other light gear, while developing practical skills in grounds maintenance and public works services.

The primary work schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.