Park Maintenance Lead

Park Maintenance Lead

Salary

$45,532.61 - $52,362.50 Annually

Location

Aiken County Government Center, SC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202300227-08122026

Department

PRT

Division

Maintenance

Opening Date

08/12/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits

Description

Under the general supervision of the Park Manager, the Maintenance Foreman supervises and performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repair, and

groundskeeping work at County parks and facilities. This position serves as a working supervisor, responsible for daily task assignments, staff oversight, and quality control while implementing maintenance priorities, standards, and schedules established by the Park Manager and Parks & Recreation leadership. This position reports directly to Park Manager.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Supervises assigned staff ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to established standards.

Assumes lead role during assigned projects provided by the Park Manager.

Performs and oversees routine maintenance and repair of park facilities, buildings, fields, courts, playgrounds, trails, and related infrastructure.

Conducts regular inspections of park assets to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and repair requirements.

Reports maintenance issues, resource needs, and recommended corrective actions to the Park Manager.

Assists with the implementation of capital improvement projects and major repairs coordinated by the Park Manager.

Ensures compliance with all safety policies, operational procedures, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

Operates, maintains, and oversees the proper use of tools, vehicles, and grounds maintenance equipment.

Maintains records of work performed, inspections, equipment usage, and materials; submits reports as required.

Coordinates with vendors, contractors, and other County departments at the direction of the Park Manager.

Assists with inventory tracking of tools, equipment, and supplies; recommends purchases and replacements.

Provides on-the-job training and technical guidance to maintenance staff.

Responds to after-hours maintenance issues, emergencies, weather events, and special assignments as directed.

Supports park operations during special events or peak usage periods as assigned.

Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides day-to-day supervision of assigned personnel.

Monitors work quality and productivity; provides feedback and coaching.

Advise the Park Manager as requested in regard to performance evaluations, training needs, and disciplinary recommendations.

Does not have final authority over hiring, termination, budget approval, or policy development.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB:

This position requires physical exertion including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, walking, bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and operating power equipment and

vehicles.

Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions and may require evening, weekend, or emergency response availability.

Typical Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND JOB-RELATED EXPERIENCE

Education: High school diploma or GED required.

Experience: Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in parks maintenance, facilities maintenance, construction trades, or

grounds management, including supervisory and/or lead work experience.

Preferred Skills, Abilities, Knowledge:

Hands-on experience of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, turf management, small engine work, and masonry.

Ability to supervise and train maintenance staff.

Knowledge of safety practices and equipment operation.

Ability to read work orders, plans, and maintenance schedules.

Strong communication and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently while following established priorities and direction.

Commercial Drivers License.

Aiken County Government offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, state retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work an average of 30 are benefit eligible.

Employer Aiken County (SC)

Address 1930 University Parkway

Suite 3100

Aiken, South Carolina, 29801

Phone 803 642 1555

Website https://www.aikencountysc.gov/