FACILITIES CREW LEADER (MAINTENANCE)

Description THIS POST IS BEING EXTENDED. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY TO RECEIVE CONSIDERATION.

The purpose of this job is to supervise a crew of groundskeepers in the maintenance of grounds and grounds construction activities and to perform related work as required. This position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Supervises two or more full-time employees, or their equivalent, on a regular basis.

Plans, projects and schedules grounds crew activities over short and long-range periods and assigns priorities for their completion.

Reviews projects for structural and operational safety.

Monitors all activities with regard to progress and cost; advise supervisor of significant variations as required.

Repairs mechanical and electrical locks and locking systems.

Operates related light, medium and heavy equipment when needed.

Moves furniture as necessary.

May perform grounds maintenance, custodial and landscaping related duties.

Drives and inspects grounds on assigned areas.

Ensures the grounds are maintained and that the grass is kept to an appropriate level.

Maintains the outside lawn equipment to ensure it is ready to go when needed.

Reviews who take off work or call out of work; makes sure the payroll is turned in with correct information.

Makes recommendations regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees.

Provides instruction and leadership of maintenance workers and inmate workers as assigned; supervises the general maintenance and grounds as assigned.

Looks up information on parts needed to be ordered for repairs and passes information to appropriate party for ordering.

Maintains assigned tools and equipment.

Coordinates with supervisor and receives guidance as to desired standards or quality of service provided.

Ensures subordinates compliance with established safety guidelines.

Maintains accurate records on maintenance/repair work completed.

Performs all work in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, regulations and standards of safety and quality; ensures the timely completion of all assignments.

Performs other related job duties as assigned. Additional Requirements Special Qualifications, Certifications and Licenses: Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities and needs.

Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the “core” work hours of 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and must work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Employees must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays during emergencies or as requested. This is a safety sensitive position and employees holding this position have the responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. This position is subject to random drug testing.

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

Benefits

For more information on Dorchester County Government please view the information below:

https://www.dorchestercounty.net/index.aspx?page=227

Benefits for County Employees

County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.

Healthcare Benefits (Full-time employees) Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.

www.eip.sc.gov/

Retirement Benefits In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.

http://www.retirement.sc.gov/

Workplace Benefits In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.

Note: The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.