Public Services Worker 2 - Grounds Maintenance

Town of Bluffton•Public Services - Bluffton, SC

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Grounds Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the grounds of The Town of Bluffton, including Parks, roadways, sidewalks, parking surfaces, docks & boat landings to ensure they are safe, clean, and aesthetically pleasing. This role involves performing all aspects of landscape and grounds maintenance and installation, including pond maintenance, operating various powered equipment, and ensuring the grounds are safe, clean, and aesthetically pleasing. The position also requires assisting in the maintenance of department equipment and vehicles, and performing miscellaneous tasks in support of Town projects and events.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One (1) year of related work experience as a Public Worker I at the Town of Bluffton or equivalent position at a comparative employer; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid South Carolina driver’s license.
Must pass physical and drug screen.
Knowledge of the use of common hand and specialized power tools related to job duties.
Knowledge of general landscaping and grounds maintenance.
Knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of equipment used in landscaping and grounds maintenance.
Skill in the use of assigned equipment.
Ability to perform outdoor labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work as a member of a team.

Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of landscape/grounds maintenance and installation, including pond maintenance.
Operate powered equipment such as zero turn mowers, mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, chainsaws, weed eaters, blowers, string trimmers and edgers.
Perform all aspects of landscape and irrigation maintenance and installation.
Perform clean-ups, leaf and debris removal, brush removal, weed pulling, digging, trimming, pruning, edging, mulching, raking and blowing.
Conduct regular inspections of grounds to identify and address issues such as plant diseases, pest infestations, and hazardous conditions.
Report any safety hazards or maintenance needs for grounds features.
Planting and transplanting flowers, shrubs and trees.
Use hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, saws, hedge and brush trimmers, and axes.
Water lawns, trees, and plants, using portable sprinkler systems, hoses, or watering cans.
Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, and other grounds features.
Operate and perform preventative maintenance on all equipment used to perform job duties.
Ensure grounds are safe, clean, and aesthetically pleasing.
Learn and apply new techniques and procedures to improve grounds maintenance and installation.
Assist in maintenance of all Department equipment to include vehicles.
Operate vehicles and light equipment including 1/2 to 2-ton trucks, dump trucks, forklifts, and trailers.
Sow and mow grass; plant, prune, and trim trees, shrubs, and bushes.
Apply pesticides and herbicides in accordance with safety guidelines and regulations.
Maintain an orderly and clean storage area.
Gather and remove litter and trash from grounds around Town.
Clean and stock restrooms, as needed.
Clean and maintain vehicle and equipment as directed.
Dig up and back-fill meters, meter boxes, valves, irrigation components, and service lines for location, maintenance, and/or repair.
Clean and restore job site to original condition including placing sod, raking, and other landscape functions.
Clean and maintain grounds around utility appurtenances using hand and gas-powered tools.
Perform miscellaneous tasks in support of various Town of Bluffton projects/activities: sets up tables, chairs, and equipment for events; moves/relocates furniture/equipment; lifts/moves equipment and heavy materials.
Document daily activities in Cartegraph.
Perform emergency or disaster-related duties as requested.
Respond to emergency calls after normal working hours and/or be available to work as support service for Town of Bluffton hosted events outside of normal work schedule.
Perform other related duties as assigned.