Park Maintenance Technician - Seasonal

Salary: $19.95 - $25.94 HourlyLocation : Jacksonville, NCJob Type: TemporaryJob Number: PMT Seasonal Summer 2026Department: Parks and RecreationOpening Date: 03/27/2025Closing Date: Continuous Job DescriptionThis is a temporary, seasonal (roughly April to October) position and does not qualify for benefits.Performs semiskilled work in the maintenance and landscape of the County's buildings, facilities, and grounds, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the close supervision of the Park Maintenance Supervisor.Our core values-Resilience, Excellence, Accountability, Customer Service, and Honesty-are the foundation of our work and the standard by which we operate. As a member of our team, you are expected to demonstrate these values in every aspect of your role. This means delivering high-quality work, taking responsibility for your actions, providing exceptional service, and maintaining integrity in all interactions. Your commitment to these principles is essential to fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring the success of our organization and the community we serve.Position Responsibilities Position will assist the Maintenance Technician in the grounds maintenance of the County's various buildings and sites. Duties will include, but are not limited to trash pickup, trimming, edging, plant bed maintenance, mowing, pruning of trees and bushes, and other assigned task. QualificationsGeneral knowledge of tools, materials and equipment used in turf grass, horticulture and maintenance work; general knowledge of the materials, equipment, tools and techniques of the standard building trades; some knowledge of safety precautions applicable to job duties; ability to understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form; ability to operate simple machinery and equipment; good physical condition; general landscaping knowledge, ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time. Ability to maintain effective relationships with other employees & general public.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education, Experience, and Special Requirements High school diploma or GED and moderate experience in landscape maintenance work, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Special Requirements:Valid drivers license Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget and market considerations. Regular Onslow County employees have the ability to participate in a wide array of employee benefits including:Health InsuranceHealth Insurance is provided by BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina and covers a wide variety of healthcare services. Dental InsuranceDental insurance is provided by Delta Dental to full-time employees and covers a percentage of basic to major dental procedures, including orthodontia for children and adults.Vision InsuranceVision insurance is provided by MetLife to full-time employees and covers a variety of materials (contacts and glasses frames/lenses) and an annual eye exam.North Carolina Local Governmental Employees' Retirement SystemEligible employees are automatically enrolled in the retirement system and must contribute 6% of their gross salary each pay period. Once eligibility requirements are met, employees will be able to receive monthly payments for life based on their salary, age, and years of service credit.NC401kThe County contributes 1% of employees' gross salary into the 401(k) account regardless of the employee's deferral amount. In addition, the County matches employee deferrals up to an additional 4%.Vacation LeaveRegular full-time employees earn 13.5 days of vacation leave per year. With each 5-year increment of employment, vacation accrual increases. Sick LeaveRegular full-time employees earn 12 days of sick leave per year. Paid HolidaysCounty employees receive paid holidays annually. The Board of County Commissioners approves and may adjust the schedule as deemed necessary.Teladoc Mental Health ServicesThe County provides Teladoc Mental Health Services to help employees and their families with personal, family and job-related problems such as depression, and substance abuse concerns.Supplemental BenefitsCounty employees are also offered a variety of supplemental benefits such as Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 457b Deferred Compensation Plan, and MetLife Supplemental Plans.For more information, please visit and click on the Benefits tab.01 Do you possess a valid driver's license? Yes No 02 What is your highest level of education? High School Diploma or GED Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree Doctorate Not Applicable 03 How many years of experience do you have in landscaping maintenance work? No experience 6 months or less One year Two years Three or more years 04 Are you able to work weekend hours if necessary? Yes No 05 Based on your review of the position requirements, are you able to perform the position duties with or without reasonable accommodation? Yes No 06 Onslow County's core values are REACH - Resilience, Excellence, Accountability, Customer Service, and Honesty. Which value(s) resonates with you the most, and why? Required Question

Created: 2026-04-02