Laborer (Grounds Maintenance)

U.S. Marine Corps • Havelock, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is seeking a Laborer to maintain lawns, landscaped areas, trees, shrubs, gardens, and other outdoor spaces in a clean, safe, and attractive condition. The role involves manual labor and grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, planting, mulching, weeding, pruning, debris removal, and general property cleanup. The worker follows safety procedures while operating equipment and handling tools, materials, and chemicals; maintains sidewalks, walkways, parking areas, and other exterior areas; and assists with seasonal cleanup and snow- or ice-related work when applicable.

The worker identifies and reports damaged equipment, unsafe conditions, irrigation problems, plant disease, and other property concerns to a supervisor, and keeps the work area clean and organized. The position also provides courteous customer service, assists customers, communicates positively, and promptly seeks help from a higher-level supervisor or appropriate contact when problems arise. The worker follows safety standards, reports workplace hazards and incidents, and supports equal employment opportunity principles and the prevention of sexual harassment. Other related duties may be assigned.

Work is performed outdoors, potentially for extended periods and sometimes in bad weather or extreme temperatures. Conditions may include exposure to drafts, noise, dust, and dirt, and tools, equipment, and heavy objects may present a risk of serious injury. The position requires moderately heavy physical effort, including lifting and carrying objects up to 45 pounds independently and heavier objects with assistance.

Applicants must submit a resume of no more than two pages. Education or certification certificates should be provided if applicable; prior military applicants must attach a DD-214 Member 4 Copy. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). Direct deposit of net pay is mandatory. Federal civilian employment benefits are available, with eligibility dependent on position type and status.

Requirements

• Knowledge and skills sufficient to operate lawn mowers, string trimmers, edgers, blowers, and other landscaping equipment.
• Ability to read signs and follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work safely while moving light to heavy weight objects.
• Ability to complete duties involving several distinct tasks or steps independently after receiving instructions.
• Ability to exert moderately heavy physical effort, including occasionally lifting and carrying heavy objects and frequently lifting and carrying moderately heavy objects.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 45 pounds independently and objects over 45 pounds with assistance.
• Applicants must submit a resume no longer than two pages.
• Prior military applicants must attach a DD-214 Member 4 Copy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI).
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods and in conditions that may include bad weather, extreme temperatures, drafts, noise, dust, and dirt.

Nice To Haves

• Education or certification certificate(s), if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, landscaped areas, trees, shrubs, gardens, and other outdoor areas in a clean, safe, and attractive condition.
• Perform mowing, trimming, planting, mulching, weeding, pruning, debris removal, and general property cleanup.
• Follow safety procedures when operating equipment and handling tools, materials, and chemicals.
• Maintain sidewalks, walkways, parking areas, and other assigned exterior areas.
• Assist with seasonal grounds maintenance, including spring and fall cleanup and snow- or ice-related duties when applicable.
• Identify and report damaged equipment, unsafe conditions, irrigation problems, plant disease, and other property maintenance concerns to the supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Provide courteous customer service, assist customers, and communicate positively and in a friendly manner.
• Take action to solve problems quickly and alert the higher-level supervisor or appropriate point of contact when problems arise.
• Adhere to safety regulations and standards, and promptly report workplace hazards, injuries, occupational illnesses, and property damage to the immediate supervisor.
• Support the principles of the EEO program and the prevention of sexual harassment.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Stability of Federal Civilian Service
• Quality of Work Life Balance
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefit Packages
• Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges
• Access to a range of federal employee benefits for employees and their families, subject to eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed