Groundskeeper (Ballfield) - City of Charleston, SC : Job Details

Annual Salary: 40,033.50 - 42,822.00Salary:$20.53 - $21.96Department:Culture & Recreation, Grounds MaintenanceDivision: Park and Landscape MaintenanceFLSA: Non-ExemptJob Description:$500 BONUS $250 ON FIRST CHECK AND $250 AFTER 120-DAYS OF EMPLOYMENTIn this role, you will assist in the maintenance of athletic fields at public parks using a variety of machines, tools and equipment. Examples of Duties:

• Rakes leaves and clay infields.
• Paints and chalks foul lines.
• Cleans grounds and removes litter.
• Assists with the setup of fields for practices and games.
• Responsible for tools assigned to the truck and will be required to help maintain equipment by use of a checklist.
• Makes minor on-site repairs to equipment such as ball field drag, spreader, and weed trimming equipment.
• Receives instruction and training in proper safety precautions, use of tools, etc. required in maintenance.
• Requires working knowledge of small hand tools such as string trimmers, stick-edgers, blowers, and backpack sprayers.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or the active pursuit of a high school diploma, and 6 months of experience; or an equivalent combinator of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of baseball field measurements and maintenance techniques

Other Necessary Requirements:

• May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
• In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City's needs.

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