Grounds Maintenance Intern – Department of Public Works / Facilities

Business: Carroll County Government

Location: Westminster

PART TIME • TEMPORARY

Business Product/Service: Local Government

Business Address:
225 N Center Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 386-2129

Contact Name: Suzanne Schreuer
Title: Office Technician
Email: sschreuer@carrollcountymd.gov
Website: https://careers.carrollcountymd.gov

Job Description

What You Will Do
As a Grounds Maintenance Intern, you will assist in performing a variety of grounds maintenance duties. Working under the direct supervision of a County employee, you will learn and apply your landscaping knowledge and skills to provide services to County properties.
Essential Duties
• Working under direct supervision, operate a full range of ground maintenance tools and equipment, including some power tools.
• Apply landscaping techniques and procedures.
• Assist in the maintenance of County facilities by cutting grass and cleaning up leaves, downed limbs, rocks and trash.
• Assists in the maintenance of fences, parking lots, sidewalks and other site infrastructure at County facilities.
• Follow all applicable laws and regulations, including OSHA, MOSH, County policy and procedure, State Annotated Code, and Federal laws.
• Follow all established safety rules and regulations. Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
• Complete assigned work in a timely fashion. Accept feedback.
• Demonstrate an ability to collaborate and a willingness to learn. Participate in a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.
How You Will Succeed
Your Skills
• Hand and Power Tools (Introductory)
• Landscaping (Introductory)
• Safety Regulations (Introductory)
Your Strengths
• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Safety Focus
• Quality Focus
• Continuous Learning
• Fostering Communication
• Planning and Organizing
• Problem Solving
Please visit our website at https://careers.carrollcountymd.gov to apply.

Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Requirements

You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
• Enrolled in a High school career and Technology program
• Experience with grounds or general maintenance
• Currently in good standing within Carroll County Career and Technology Center
Additional Information
• This internship is a Spring placement, which will run from January to May, or as agreed upon by the manager and intern.
• Preferred availability is mornings, 6 to 12 hours per week.
• Possibility of an extension into Summer term.
Working Conditions
• Daily exposure to potentially adverse weather conditions.
• Must wear appropriate PPE as required.
• Work includes daily physical activity: standing/walking for long hours, lifting, and related activities.

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License

Wages per hour: $15.00
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: NO

Days of Work:
MONDAY Flexible schedule, mornings preferred, with hours available Monday through Friday, up to 12 hours per week.  TUESDAY Flexible schedule, mornings preferred, with hours available Monday through Friday, up to 12 hours per week.  WEDNESDAY Flexible schedule, mornings preferred, with hours available Monday through Friday, up to 12 hours per week.  THURSDAY Flexible schedule, mornings preferred, with hours available Monday through Friday, up to 12 hours per week.  FRIDAY Flexible schedule, mornings preferred, with hours available Monday through Friday, up to 12 hours per week.
Shift:

How to Apply: https://careers.carrollcountymd.gov
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 16 & over
Closing Date: 02/28/2025