Trades Worker

Horry County, (SC); Conway (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Horry County is seeking a Trades worker to assist the Crew Chief in maintaining county grounds in a clean, safe condition. Responsibilities include mowing, edging, planting, site work, and reporting. The role requires operating a range of equipment and adherence to safety guidelines.

The candidate should have 1–2 years of grounds maintenance experience, be able to drive a vehicle with a long utility trailer, and wear PPE daily as part of county procedures. High school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• Basic grounds maintenance knowledge and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain records.
• Willingness to perform physical labor and work in a team.
• Must wear PPE daily and comply with policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform grounds maintenance: mow lawns, trim hedges and ditches, maintain flowerbeds and ponds.
• Edge sidewalks, clear debris from walkways and parking areas, apply fertilizer and chemicals.
• Dig, plant, landscape new areas; remove dead foliage and trees.
• Assist in site work including grading, gutters, and moving landscape materials.
• Complete daily and weekly reports including work logs and gas receipts.
• Operate tools and equipment: mowers, trimmers, blowers, tractors, skid loaders, chainsaws.
• Wear PPE daily and perform minor equipment repairs and tool maintenance.
• Comply with county and department policies and erect work zone devices.

Skills

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Mowers

Trimmers

Blowers

Tractors

Skid loaders

Chainsaws

Job description

Under general supervision, the Trades worker assists the Crew Chief in maintaining Horry County grounds in a clean, orderly, and safe condition. Performs a variety of groundskeeping duties using manual labor and powered equipment. Requires compliance with safety guidelines and ability to work harmoniously with others.

• Perform grounds maintenance: mow lawns, trim hedges and ditches, maintain flowerbeds and retention ponds.
• Edge sidewalks, clear debris from walkways and parking areas, and apply fertilizer and chemicals.
• Dig, plant, and landscape new areas; remove dead foliage and trees.
• Assist in site work including grading, cleaning gutters, and moving landscape materials.
• Complete daily and weekly reports including work logs, mileage logs, and gas receipts.
• Operate various tools and equipment: mowers, trimmers, blowers, tractors, skid loaders, chainsaws, and more.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) daily.
• Perform minor equipment repairs and maintain tools as required.
• Comply with all Horry County and departmental policies and procedures.
• Erect work zone traffic control devices.

• Working knowledge of grounds maintenance practices, including safe equipment operation and landscaping techniques.
• Ability to follow instructions, maintain records, perform physical labor, and work cooperatively within a team environment.

• Requires high school diploma or equalivar.

• One (1) to two (2) years of grounds maintenance experience, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Must be capable of operating a vehicle with a long utility trailer.