Technician I - Grounds, City of Simpsonville
Performs various tasks involving grounds or roadside maintenance projects: mows grass; edges curbs, roadways, landscaped areas, driveways, and sidewalks; cuts down trees; prunes tree limbs, hedges, and shrubs; picks up and disposes of tree limbs, brush, and other materials from grounds or rights-of-way; mulches leaves; rakes ground materials; blows leaves/debris from walkways or grounds; and picks up and disposes of debris/litter from ground areas.
Utilizes safety equipment and wears protective gear: monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; monitors traffic conditions to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions; flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs and cones around project/work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public; and reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations.
Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with department projects, which may include lawn mower, riding mower, edger, weed eater, chipper/mulcher, leaf blower, chain saw, pole saw, rake, shovel, hand tools, work trucks, or other tools and equipment.
High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by one (1) year of work experience that shows an ability to maintain steady employment in any field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina driver's license.
Interested candidates should submit a completed City of Simpsonville employment application on the City’s Website. The City of Simpsonville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.