GROUNDS TECHNICIAN II (PUBLIC WORKS) - 0426

Greenville, SC
Full-Time

Job Description


The City is offering a Sign-On Bonus for Public Works Operations positions: $500 with first paycheck and 2% of gross earnings during first year of employment at first anniversary.

Job Summary
Under regular direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, performs inspections, maintenance, grounds-keeping, installation, service, and repair of assigned area, facilities, and equipment. Ensures equipment and property safety, including but not limited to, ensuring routine inspection of equipment while documenting and addressing equipment condition. Proactively identifies, removes, and reports potential safety hazards. Assembles, installs, monitors, and assists with construction, take-down, clean- up, and removal of Public Works projects and other permitted special events. Provides assistance during storm/weather clean-up events and emergencies by clearing or removing trees, limbs, debris, and other storm or weather damage. Subject to on-call availability and overtime. May be required to work special events after hours as needed.


Essential Functions
Essential Functions % of Time
  • Maintain General Property: Maintain beautification sites, assigned rights-of-way (ROW), waterways, monuments, alleyways, guardrails, retention ponds, City property and main thoroughfare medians. Ensure ROW areas are routinely inspected and maintained; any safety hazard such as sidewalk trip hazards, sight distance problems, or high risk trees or other vegetation are reported or mitigated. Plant trees and shrubs, mow, trim, over-seed, fertilize, mix soil and distribute, water, aerate, and apply pesticide application for diseases, weeds and insect control on grasses, trees and shrubs. Assist tree crew, as approved, by cutting down and removing diseased, dead, or damaged trees and limbs. Install and remove plant material (trees, flowers, and shrubs) during approved times of the year. Prepare soil and install sod or seed on designated grass areas. Install certified mulch for trees, plants, and large designated areas. Provide assistance to internal and external stakeholders during storm/weather clean up or related events and emergencies. Assist in installation and construction assignments such as dog waste boxes, and irrigation systems. Operate large and small equipment to accomplish tasks. Assist in leading a crew in the performance of the outlined duties and directing traffic.
55%
  • Maintain Equipment: Maintain and service equipment by removing dirt, washing and greasing parts, checking oil, changing oil filters, changing blades, and fueling. Perform preventative maintenance of equipment to include air compressor, generator, push mower, pressure washer, water pump, chain saw, pole saw, tiller, backpack and machine front blowers, hand and power tools, chemical sprayers, walk behind edger, trimmers, reel, front mount and zero turn mowers.
20%
  • Ensure Safety Measures: Proactively identify, remove and/or report potential hazards. Take steps to address, remove, or report hazardous conditions or items such as dead animals, bees, ants, snakes, needles, transient materials, invasive and noxious plant material as directed. Comply with City, state, and federal safety procedures and protocols in the performance of job duties to include reporting all accidents, incidents, and injuries witnessed or incurred. Ensure equipment and property safety.
15%
  • Assist with Special Projects and Events: Assist with the set-up, tear down, and cleanup of permitted special and volunteer events. Assist with various City related projects, including the construction, installation, and tearing down of temporary structures, banners, tree lights, and decorations; operating small and large equipment, and tools; entering creeks or rivers to remove debris; and, assisting the public as needed.
5%
  • Support Inclement Weather Operations: Outside of regular schedule, throughout inclement weather conditions (i.e., snow and ice) assist in the City’s emergency response operations. Clear or remove trees, limbs, debris, and other storm or weather damage from assigned areas. Operate salt spreaders, loaders, snowplows, and other specific equipment necessary to clear and maintain roads and walkways.
5%
Perform other duties as assigned.


Job Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • This is an entry level position for which training will be provided.
  • FEMA training and certifications ICS 100, 552 and 700 within three (3) months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, or construction.
  • Valid South Carolina Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Air Brake provision.
  • South Carolina Pesticide Applicators License (categories 3, 5, or 6).
Driver's License Requirements
  • Valid South Carolina Class D Driver's License.
Performance Requirements
Knowledge of:
  • Safe equipment operating practices/procedures.
  • Plant material and the ability to identify weeds and disease.
  • Proper pruning of small trees and shrubs following ANSI 300A pruning standard.
  • Department of Transportation work zone safety measures for traffic control.
Ability to:
  • Work cooperatively with others in order to achieve results.
  • Work in inclement weather conditions including cold rain, wind, heat, snow, sleet, etc.
  • Utilize communication and interpersonal skills to interact successfully with people inside and/or outside (citizens, visitors, etc.) the organization.
  • Read papers, journals, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), pesticide labels, manuals, policies, and other reference materials.
  • Make mathematical calculations and draw logical conclusions; work with fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurements.
  • Write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses.
  • Operate various types of mowers (e.g., push, front mount, zero turn, and reel mowers) light truck, utility vehicle, blower, walk behind edger, aerators, weed eater, air compressor, generators, water pump, hand and power tools, rakes, back pack sprayer, power washer, non-CDL water wagon, chain saw, pole saw, tiller, and tamp.
  • Use a portable radio, phone, or other communication devices.
  • Use a computer to complete timesheets and access City intranet for SDS for chemical exposures.


Working Conditions
Primary Work Location: Outdoors in areas such as City facilities, main throughfare medians, and rights-of-ways.
Protective Equipment Required: Safety glasses, ear protection, steel-toed shoes, protective gloves, Class 2 and 3 safety vest, hard hat, and safety chaps.
Environmental/Health and Safety Factors:
Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside and/or with exposure to risk. Daily exposure to extreme temperature, wetness and/or humidity, and noise and vibration. Weekly exposure to respiratory and chemical hazards (e.g., gas fumes, pesticide chemicals, dust and dirt, etc.); and mechanical or physical hazards (e.g., high voltage power lines, dangerous machinery, falling tree branches, etc.). Monthly exposure to electrical hazards (e.g., ballfield lighting, irrigation system sensors/timers, etc.); and communicable diseases.
Physical Demands:
Constantly requires hearing, vision, talking, carrying, handling/grasping, standing, and foot controls. Frequently requires fine dexterity, lifting, pushing/pulling, reaching, twisting, bending, climbing, crouching/stooping, balancing, and walking. Heavy strength demands include exerting up to 10-20 pounds constantly, exerting 20-50 pounds frequently, and may require exerting 50-100 pounds on rare occasions.
Mental Demands:
Constantly requires frequent change of tasks, working in noisy/distracting environments, and working closely with others as a part of a team. Frequently requires performing under time pressures. Occasionally requires performing multiple tasks simultaneously, tedious/exacting work, and irregular schedule/overtime.
Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance
The City of Greenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Prospective and current employees should contact Human Resources to request an ADA accommodation.
Disclaimer
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
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The City is offering a Sign-On Bonus for Public Works Operations positions: $500 with first paycheck and 2% of gross earnings during first year of employment at first anniversary.

Job Summary
Under regular direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, performs inspections, maintenance, grounds-keeping, installation, service, and repair of assigned area, facilities, and equipment. Ensures equipment and property safety, including but not limited to, ensuring routine inspection of equipment while documenting and addressing equipment condition. Proactively identifies, removes, and reports potential safety hazards. Assembles, installs, monitors, and assists with construction, take-down, clean- up, and removal of Public Works projects and other permitted special events. Provides assistance during storm/weather clean-up events and emergencies by clearing or removing trees, limbs, debris, and other storm or weather damage. Subject to on-call availability and overtime. May be required to work special events after hours as needed.


Essential Functions
Essential Functions % of Time
  • Maintain General Property: Maintain beautification sites, assigned rights-of-way (ROW), waterways, monuments, alleyways, guardrails, retention ponds, City property and main thoroughfare medians. Ensure ROW areas are routinely inspected and maintained; any safety hazard such as sidewalk trip hazards, sight distance problems, or high risk trees or other vegetation are reported or mitigated. Plant trees and shrubs, mow, trim, over-seed, fertilize, mix soil and distribute, water, aerate, and apply pesticide application for diseases, weeds and insect control on grasses, trees and shrubs. Assist tree crew, as approved, by cutting down and removing diseased, dead, or damaged trees and limbs. Install and remove plant material (trees, flowers, and shrubs) during approved times of the year. Prepare soil and install sod or seed on designated grass areas. Install certified mulch for trees, plants, and large designated areas. Provide assistance to internal and external stakeholders during storm/weather clean up or related events and emergencies. Assist in installation and construction assignments such as dog waste boxes, and irrigation systems. Operate large and small equipment to accomplish tasks. Assist in leading a crew in the performance of the outlined duties and directing traffic.
55%
  • Maintain Equipment: Maintain and service equipment by removing dirt, washing and greasing parts, checking oil, changing oil filters, changing blades, and fueling. Perform preventative maintenance of equipment to include air compressor, generator, push mower, pressure washer, water pump, chain saw, pole saw, tiller, backpack and machine front blowers, hand and power tools, chemical sprayers, walk behind edger, trimmers, reel, front mount and zero turn mowers.
20%
  • Ensure Safety Measures: Proactively identify, remove and/or report potential hazards. Take steps to address, remove, or report hazardous conditions or items such as dead animals, bees, ants, snakes, needles, transient materials, invasive and noxious plant material as directed. Comply with City, state, and federal safety procedures and protocols in the performance of job duties to include reporting all accidents, incidents, and injuries witnessed or incurred. Ensure equipment and property safety.
15%
  • Assist with Special Projects and Events: Assist with the set-up, tear down, and cleanup of permitted special and volunteer events. Assist with various City related projects, including the construction, installation, and tearing down of temporary structures, banners, tree lights, and decorations; operating small and large equipment, and tools; entering creeks or rivers to remove debris; and, assisting the public as needed.
5%
  • Support Inclement Weather Operations: Outside of regular schedule, throughout inclement weather conditions (i.e., snow and ice) assist in the City’s emergency response operations. Clear or remove trees, limbs, debris, and other storm or weather damage from assigned areas. Operate salt spreaders, loaders, snowplows, and other specific equipment necessary to clear and maintain roads and walkways.
5%
Perform other duties as assigned.


Job Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • This is an entry level position for which training will be provided.
  • FEMA training and certifications ICS 100, 552 and 700 within three (3) months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, or construction.
  • Valid South Carolina Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Air Brake provision.
  • South Carolina Pesticide Applicators License (categories 3, 5, or 6).
Driver's License Requirements
  • Valid South Carolina Class D Driver's License.
Performance Requirements
Knowledge of:
  • Safe equipment operating practices/procedures.
  • Plant material and the ability to identify weeds and disease.
  • Proper pruning of small trees and shrubs following ANSI 300A pruning standard.
  • Department of Transportation work zone safety measures for traffic control.
Ability to:
  • Work cooperatively with others in order to achieve results.
  • Work in inclement weather conditions including cold rain, wind, heat, snow, sleet, etc.
  • Utilize communication and interpersonal skills to interact successfully with people inside and/or outside (citizens, visitors, etc.) the organization.
  • Read papers, journals, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), pesticide labels, manuals, policies, and other reference materials.
  • Make mathematical calculations and draw logical conclusions; work with fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurements.
  • Write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses.
  • Operate various types of mowers (e.g., push, front mount, zero turn, and reel mowers) light truck, utility vehicle, blower, walk behind edger, aerators, weed eater, air compressor, generators, water pump, hand and power tools, rakes, back pack sprayer, power washer, non-CDL water wagon, chain saw, pole saw, tiller, and tamp.
  • Use a portable radio, phone, or other communication devices.
  • Use a computer to complete timesheets and access City intranet for SDS for chemical exposures.


Working Conditions
Primary Work Location: Outdoors in areas such as City facilities, main throughfare medians, and rights-of-ways.
Protective Equipment Required: Safety glasses, ear protection, steel-toed shoes, protective gloves, Class 2 and 3 safety vest, hard hat, and safety chaps.
Environmental/Health and Safety Factors:
Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside and/or with exposure to risk. Daily exposure to extreme temperature, wetness and/or humidity, and noise and vibration. Weekly exposure to respiratory and chemical hazards (e.g., gas fumes, pesticide chemicals, dust and dirt, etc.); and mechanical or physical hazards (e.g., high voltage power lines, dangerous machinery, falling tree branches, etc.). Monthly exposure to electrical hazards (e.g., ballfield lighting, irrigation system sensors/timers, etc.); and communicable diseases.
Physical Demands:
Constantly requires hearing, vision, talking, carrying, handling/grasping, standing, and foot controls. Frequently requires fine dexterity, lifting, pushing/pulling, reaching, twisting, bending, climbing, crouching/stooping, balancing, and walking. Heavy strength demands include exerting up to 10-20 pounds constantly, exerting 20-50 pounds frequently, and may require exerting 50-100 pounds on rare occasions.
Mental Demands:
Constantly requires frequent change of tasks, working in noisy/distracting environments, and working closely with others as a part of a team. Frequently requires performing under time pressures. Occasionally requires performing multiple tasks simultaneously, tedious/exacting work, and irregular schedule/overtime.
Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance
The City of Greenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Prospective and current employees should contact Human Resources to request an ADA accommodation.
Disclaimer
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
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The City of Greenville, South Carolina, is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth and innovation, urban development, arts and entertainment. Our employees play a vital role not only in making what our City is today, but also in shaping the future of Greenville. The City employs over 950 individuals in a diverse array of services.

The City of Greenville does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender/sex, race, color, religion, national origin, veterans' status, or genetic information. The City of Greenville is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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Apr 14, 2026
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