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Groundskeeper
Parks DepartmentOn-siteFull-time$38k–$40k
AI Summary
Maintains public parks and grounds by mowing, trimming, pruning, spraying, and cleaning under general supervision.
About this role
This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.
Annual Salary:
$38,415.00 - $40,033.50Hourly:
$19.70 - $20.53Department:
Culture & Recreation, Grounds MaintenanceDivision:
Park & Landscape MaintenanceFLSA:
Non-ExemptJob 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.
Examples of Duties:
- Works on a crew under general supervision.
- Cuts lawns.
- Trims and edges around walks, flower beds, and walls.
- Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged leaves, branches, or twigs.
- Sprays lawn, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides.
- Rakes and bags or burns leaves.
- Cleans grounds and removes litter.
- Cleans out drainage ditches and culverts.
- Sharpens tools such as weed cutters, edging tools, and shears.
- Makes minor on-site repairs to equipment such as lawn mower, spreader, and weed trimming equipment.
- Receives instruction and training in proper safety precautions
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
- A high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Six months related experience
- 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]
Skills
Drainage Ditch CleaningHerbicide And Insecticide ApplicationLawn Mower OperationMinor Equipment RepairPruning ToolsTool SharpeningValid State Driver's LicenseWeed Trimming Equipment
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