Office: Recreation
Salary: $14.70/hour FULL-TIME
Announcement Date: 05/08/2025
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs equipment maintenance including, changing blades, adjustments, tune ups, replacing parts, oil changes, etc.
Mows grass, cleans parks and playgrounds, landscapes, and performs other activities necessary in operating and maintaining County parks; prunes and trims shrubbery and trees.
Maintains and constructs picnic shelters and other structures associated with County parks; erects signs, stages, playground equipment, fences, etc.; performs minor concrete work.
Applies herbicides and insecticides; engages in tree and stump removal.
Performs general maintenance on equipment and vehicles; including oil changes, filter replacements, greasing, adjustments and basic repairs.
Maintains, replaces, and repairs community hazards such as broken playground equipment, broken benches, fencing, etc., and water leaks such as a broken pipes, fountains, bathroom fixtures, etc.
Sprays insecticide.
Fixes electrical outlets and plugs.
Repairs the benches, doors, cabinets, and ball field.
Maintains the lawn care by laying sod. Enhances the park appearance by pouring concrete and painting as required.
Assists with the county athletic programs such as football, baseball, etc. and field management program. Installs foul poles, windscreens, soccer goals, etc.
Inspects parks and recreation areas.
Assists park supervisors and maintenance staff when needed.
Remains on call 24 hours for service needs such as water leaks, electrical problems, and emergencies such as hurricanes.
Receives and/or reviews information concerning proper type off fluids to use on insects and weeds destroying fields, soil samples for proper fertilizing and ph levels, and records concerning supplies used to keep proper supply are on hand and stocked.
Refers to labels on spray materials, product directions to ensure proper installation, sports schedules for availability to work on athletic field, and store accounts for usage.
Operates computer and vehicles such as trucks, tractors, forklift, backhoe, etc.
Utilizes small tools, plumbing and electrical supplies, insecticides, pesticides, and lumber.
Interact and communicates with general public, co-workers, supervisor, and various groups such as youth leagues, school officials, etc.
Requires regular and sustained attendance.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Empties trash receptacles; deposits recyclable material in proper receptacles.
Replaces light bulbs and fluorescent tubes.
Performs varied carpentry, painting, masonry, and other building maintenance tasks as required.
Polices grounds of and around recreational facilities, picking up trash and other debris; rakes leaves.
Must work evening and weekend as required.
Performs other related work as required.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or general education degree (GED) and six months of experience in labor-intensive maintenance work; or any combination of training and experience, which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
Fairfield County is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin. The department prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin.
Our Total Compensation Package includes:
Compensation – competitive pay, based on qualifications
Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance
SC State Retirement Plan/Pension
Life Insurance
Long-term Disability
Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Spending Account (MSA)
Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program)
13 Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick Time, Plus 2 Personal Days
Employee Assistance Program
Professional Development/Training
Apply Online For Maintenance Worker - Recreation (036-035-008)