Grounds Maintenance Intern
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
You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
- Experience with grounds or general maintenance
Additional Information
- This internship is a Spring placement, which will run from April to August, or as agreed upon by the manager and intern.
- Preferred schedule is two 10-hour days, up to 20 hours per week.
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.
Why You Will Love Working Here
Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees.
Find out more here: Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)
Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources (410-386-2129) or Md. Relay 711/800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.
Questions or need assistance? Please contact us at careers@carrollcountymd.gov, via telephone at 410-386-2129 or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street, Room 100, Westminster, MD 21157 during normal business hours.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.