GROUNDSKEEPER I

About the role

The City of Greer is currently accepting applications for a Groundskeeper I in our Public Services Department.

Responsibilities

• Performs various repairs to facilities to ensure proper operation and security, which involves mending fences, performing carpentry and masonry work, installing and repairing fixtures, plumbing, etc.
• Utilizes various tools and equipment/machinery such as tractors, trucks, power tools, carpenter tools, hand tools, paint sprayers, chain saws, floor equipment, mechanic tools, etc.
• Removes snow and ice in inclement weather including the application of ice melt, operating snowplow, and manually removing snow and ice from sidewalks and steps within City parks, downtown, and Center for the Arts.
• Conducts safety checks on truck and tool contents; performs other related duties as required.
• Performs grounds maintenance such as mowing and trimming lawns, trimming shrubbery and trees, performing weed control, picking up litter and other refuse, raking leaves, etc.
• Performs landscaping activities and lines various playing fields as needed.
• Builds platforms and rental stages and performs other non-routine projects.
• Maintains the cleanliness and sanitary conditions of the restrooms to promote personal hygiene and provide operational public facilities, as needed.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the Chief Mechanic, coworkers, other City employees, and the general public.
• Conducts minor and preventative maintenance on equipment and vehicles; maintains cleanliness of same.
• Works outdoors subject to pre‑dawn hours and adverse conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and awkward or confined spaces.
• Completes manual labor for long periods of time, walking on uneven surfaces, bending, crouching, or kneeling, pushing/pulling levers on equipment and machinery, reaching in all directions, and for prolonged periods.
• Works in and around potentially hazardous substances, including pesticides, herbicides, and motor fuel.
• Operates machinery to complete various grounds‑keeping tasks and has the ability to drive an automobile.
• Performs general administrative tasks as required, including preparing reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, filing records, and answering phones.
• Participates in required training and continuing education to obtain and maintain certifications and stay current on changes in codes and ordinances.
• Assists other officers and staff when workload, emergencies, or special assignments require.
• Stays current on departmental policies, procedures, and processes.
• Completes work accurately, safely, and efficiently; maintains assigned equipment in good working condition.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Identifies and reports suggested improvements or areas of concern to the Supervisor.
• Ensures professionalism and excellent customer service in all interactions while representing the City of Greer.
• Demonstrates strong ethical conduct, integrity, and accountability with coworkers, customers, and the community.
• Supports a culture of results, communication, and professional collaboration within the department and across the organization.
• Represents the department at community events or meetings when requested by the Supervisor.
• Adheres to the Employee Handbook and all applicable policies and procedures.
• Maintains regular, reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Six (6) months experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping environments.

Benefits