Grounds Maintenance Technician

Summary

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The hiring salary range for this position is

$41,714.40 - $54,645.75 annually commensurate with experience

Charles County Government is seeking a dynamic Grounds Maintenance Technician to perform equipment operation in grounds maintenance work at County parks, golf courses and grounds areas. Technician will be involved in seasonal grounds maintenance, athletic field maintenance, planting and landscaping, trash pickup and area cleanup work, and related tasks. This position will operate gasoline and diesel-powered trucks and medium-sized equipment including dump trucks, tractors, loaders, forklifts, and equipment transport trailers. Description of Career Ladder Series Employees may progress though a career ladder with relevant experience, satisfactory performance appraisals and certain certifications. After three years of satisfactory conduct and performance as a Grounds Maintenance Technician as noted in the performance appraisal, combined with the completion of the County Leadership Academy, assigned MRPA trainings, or other identified professional certifications and with the written recommendation of the Parks Maintenance Superintendent, a Grounds Maintenance Technician may be recommended for promotion to a Senior Grounds Maintenance Technician. The written recommendation must describe the type and quality of work performed by the Grounds Maintenance Technician that demonstrates the employee is capable to work in an upper-level position. Concurrence of the written recommendation is required by the Chief of Parks and Grounds. Essential Job Functions ---------------------------

Education and Experience

High school diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED). Six (6) months of grounds maintenance experience with two years’ experience operating medium to heavy equipment; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

Licenses or Certifications

Must possess a valid driver's license, Class "B" CDL preferred.Special Requirements/Qualifications:

Subject to work beyond the normal scheduled hours of work. Subject to call back in emergencies. Must obtain a Class “B” CDL license within one year. May serve in on-call duty on a rotational basis. PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A CDL POSITION, AND EMPLOYEES IN THIS POSITION ARE SUBJECT TO RANDOM DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the operation of automotive equipment including medium to heavy duty trucks, tractor trailers, equipment transporters, large capacity loaders, backhoes and power shovels, and equivalent types of equipment.
• Knowledge of traffic laws, rules and regulations and safe driving practices.
• Knowledge of the use and care of hand and powered tools.
• Ability to operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to perform grounds maintenance work.
• Ability to use tools and equipment efficiently.
• Ability to follow specific instructions and procedures and refer nonstandard situations or problems to others.
• Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is regularly active with periods of heavy exertion. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 100 pounds; climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding; bend, kneel, crouch and crawl; reach, hold, grasp, and turn objects; feel the size, shape and temperature of items; use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards; speak normally, to use normal or aided vision and hearing, and to detect odors.WORK ENVIRONMENT

Principal duties of this job are performed in a shop or field environment with some work performed outside during inclement weather and in confined space areas. Department/Division: Recreation, Parks & Tourism/Parks & Grounds

Pay Grade: 106

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Telework Eligible: No

Reports To

Parks and Grounds Team Leader

Supervises: None

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BENEFITS

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Health Insurance

Charles County Government PAYS 70% of cost: Blue Choice Advantage and HMO Open Access plans, including prescription and vision coverage. CareFirst and Delta for dental coverage.

Flexible Spending Account

Provides medical and dependent care options.

Supplemental Income Products

Accident Policy, Critical Illness Policy, and Hospital Indemnity Policy.

Long Term Disability Insurance

No charge to employee. The benefit pays 60% of salary at date of disability, up to $5,000/month.

Life Insurance

No charge to employees (valued at 1.5x the annual salary, not to exceed $250,000). Supplemental insurance and dependent life insurance are available for an additional cost. Term and whole life policies available.

Pension Plan (Defined Benefit Retirement Plan) 401(a) Plan — Must work minimum 37.5 hrs/week. Participation is mandatory.

Deferred Compensation Plan

457(b) Governmental Plan — Available to all employees, regardless of hours worked.

Employee Leave

• Charles County Government full-time employees earn annual, sick, and paid time off (PTO).
• The County currently recognizes 20 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Away from work programs like paid parental leave and FMLA are available to employees.

Transfer of Sick Leave

New hires may be eligible to receive credit for up to 400 hours of sick leave from their previous employer when they begin employment.

Work Schedules

* Most work weeks are 37.5 hrs, and some positions may offer the opportunity for flexible work schedules or allow telework.

Additional Fringe Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement for full-time employees upon completion of probation period
• Discounted, Onsite Childcare at a County Government facility.
• House Keys 4 Employee Program offers assistance to full-time employees who are first-time homebuyers.
• Free, Employee Wellness Programs
• Legal Resources (prepaid benefit)
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (free, short-term counseling)

Benefits eligibility is for employees who work 30 hours or more per week unless otherwise noted. Effective: March 1, 2026