Building and Ground Maintenance Worker I - Warren County, NC : Job Details

Salary : $32,374.00 - $40,078.00 AnnuallyLocation : Warren County, NCJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202300158Department: BUILDING & GROUNDS MAINTENANCEOpening Date: 08/20/2025Closing Date: 9/4/2025 11:59 PM Eastern DescriptionGENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:Performs responsible semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities and providing grounds keeping and landscaping services; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision of the Building and Grounds Maintenance Supervisor. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:Performing minor building maintenance and repair tasks; mowing, seeding, planting, pruning, trimming, spraying and fertilizing grass, trees, shrubs, bushes, hedges and flowers; performing a variety of landscaping and grounds maintenance activities; operating, maintaining and repairing equipment.(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Mows grass; trims hedges, rakes and collects leaves, removes yard waste and trimmings.

• Performs building maintenance and repair tasks such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry and electrical work.

• Assists with repairing and replacement of electrical equipment, plumbing facilities and HVAC equipment.

• Assists with set-up and break-down of equipment, tables and chairs for various functions.

• Inspects and performs minor cleaning at the Armory Civic Center and other Warren County rental facilities after events.

• Prepares, repairs and installs road signs.

• Operates mowers, tractors, pick-up truck, trailers, dump truck and hand tools in performance of tasks.

• Assists with snow removal and ice control.

• Supervises Community Service Workers as assigned.

• Performs related tasks as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:General knowledge of building maintenance and repair methods, materials and equipment; general knowledge of the use of common hand and specialized power tools; general knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventative maintenance of equipment used in grounds maintenance; skill in the use of equipment to which assigned; ability to perform labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions; ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and superiors.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and minimal grounds keeping, building repair and maintenance experience.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:This is very heavy work requiring exertion in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arms length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, and determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions and oils.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. ProgramBenefitsCost to Employee (PPP)Insurance BenefitsMedical InsuranceBlue Cross Blue Shield of NC

• Fiscal Year Deductible: Individual: $1,500; Family: $3,000
• Doctor Visits:

Primary: $25 co-pay; Specialist: $50 co-pay

Preventative care: no charge

Prescriptions: covered

• No cost to employee
• Employee/Child: $151.99
• Employee/Children: $325.29
• Employee/Spouse: $393.54
• Employee/Family: $699.72

Dental InsuranceBlue Cross Blue Shield of NC

• Fiscal Year Deductible: Individual: $50; Family: $150
• Fiscal Year Maximum benefit: $1,500
• Diagnostic and Preventive Care paid at 100%
• Basic Services paid at 80%
• Crowns, Inlays Services paid at 50%

• No cost to employee
• Employee/Child: $11.30
• Employee/Children: $26.14
• Employee/Spouse: $12.73
• Employee/Family: $34.91

Vision InsuranceCommunity Eye Care

• Eye Exam once a year: $10 co-pay
• $180 allowance for eyewear annually: $10 co-pay

• Employee only: $5.36
• Employee/Spouse: $10.18
• Employee/Family: $15.00

Life Insurance & Accidental The Hartford Life Insurance Co.

• $25,000 Life; $25,000 Accidental for employee
• Dependent Life available
• Supplemental Life available

• No cost to employee
• Employee paid; $0.45
• Employee paid; cost varies by age, no contribution from the County

VOYA

• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Short term disability

• Price varies however, employee paid

Employee Assistance ProgramBHS800-###-####

• 24-hour access to services
• Professional consultation by phone
• Connections and referrals to additional supports and services as needed
• Services are provided for you as well as your family
• Up to 5 sessions per condition

• No cost to employee

Paid Time OffVacation

• Maximum accumulation of 225 (1950 employees) or 240 hours (2080 employees). Time over 225 or 240 hours at the end of the year will convert to sick leave.

• No cost to employee

Sick Leave

• Earned at a rate of 7.5, 8, 12 hours per month
• No maximum accumulation

• No cost to employee

Paid Holidays

• 12 paid Holidays per year; paid birthday leave; 2 paid wellness days

• No cost to employee

Transfer of Service

• If you previously worked for another NC local or state government agency, you may be eligible to transfer up to 10 years of credible service to earn vacation at a higher accrual rate (verification from your former employer is required).

• No cost to employee

RetirementRetirementLocal Government Employees Retirement SystemFull retirement after:

• 30 years of service credit; OR
• Age 60 with 25 years of service credit; OR
• Age 65 with 5 years of service credit.

• 6% of annual salary

NC 401(K) PlanEmpower

• Contributions are tax-sheltered.
• Employees may make voluntary contributions.
• 10% penalty for withdrawal before you are 59 ½ years of age.
• You may sign up or change at any time.

• Employee paid
• No contribution from the County

Section 457 PlanEmpower

• Contributions are tax-sheltered.
• Employees may make voluntary contributions.

• Employee paid
• No contribution from the County

Other BenefitsCredit Union Membership(CIVIC)

• NC Local Government Employees Credit Union

• Bank fees may apply

Additional BenefitsSalary Progression

• Increased based on years of services and met minimal expectation on performance evaluation

• No cost to employee

At Warren County, we are committed to supporting the well-being and professional growth of our employees. In addition to offering a robust benefits package, we encourage eligible staff to take advantage of federal programs like Public Service Loan Forgiveness to help reduce their student loan debt. Join our team and enjoy a fulfilling career with excellent benefits!Additional Benefit Information can be found @ www.warrencountync.com.The above list is not all inclusive of the benefits that are provided by Warren County Government.Come join our team! 01 Do you have a valid driver's license in good standing?

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