This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.
Annual Salary:
$55,594.50 - $40,053.00
Hourly:
$28.51 - $20.54
Department:
Culture & Recreation, Grounds Maintenance
Division:
Park & Landscape Maintenance
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Job Description:
In this role, you will assist in the maintenance of public parks, property, and rights-of-way using a variety of machines, tools and equipment.
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Works on a crew under general supervision.
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Cuts lawns.
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Trims and edges around walks, flower beds, and walls.
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Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged leaves, branches, or twigs.
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Sprays lawn, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides.
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Rakes and bags or burns leaves.
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Cleans grounds and removes litter.
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Cleans out drainage ditches and culverts.
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Sharpens tools such as weed cutters, edging tools, and shears.
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Makes minor on-site repairs to equipment such as lawn mower, spreader, and weed trimming equipment.
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Receives instruction and training in proper safety precautions
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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A high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
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Six months related experience
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Valid state issued driver’s license
The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]
