STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER I

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Performs various street maintenance duties such as cutting grass and trimming trees, sidewalk maintenance, storm drainage maintenance, and ditch and ROW maintenance.
• May perform a variety of tasks in the construction, modification, maintenance and repair of streets, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, storm drains, graffiti removal, and traffic signs.
• Cleans streets by picking up trash and debris and cleaning ditches and drains.
• Performs minor repairs on City buildings as needed.
• Completes assigned work orders provided by the Public Services Supervisor or Crew Team Leader on a regular basis.
• Receives and/or reviews various records and reports such as maintenance route lists, daily hour logs, and vehicle preventative maintenance checklist.
• Prepares and/or processes records and reports as needed.
• Refers to equipment operator’s manuals, policy and procedure manuals, codes/laws/regulations, etc.
• Uses a variety of equipment and tools such as lightweight trucks, shovels, rakes, lawn mower, axes, chain saws, weed eater, and various other supplies in the performance of job duties.
• Performs related work as required.

Additional Duties

• 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.

Schedule

Hours: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, M‑F; with additional hours as needed.

Pay

Salary: Minimum $19.15 hourly; dependent on experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that includes health, prescription, vision, dental insurance (at no cost for employee coverage based on full participation in Wellness Program)
• Life insurance
• Long‑term disability
• Vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• FSA
• EAP
• Education Incentive Pay
• Defined benefit retirement plan (South Carolina Retirement System)

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history