Auxiliary Maintenance Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities: Performs variety of responsible non-skilled custodial and routine maintenance duties in the care and maintenance of the County’s parks and facilities; responsible grounds and facilities custodial and basic maintenance work; performs related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. Reports to the Park Maintenance Supervisor and/or designee.

Schedules available:           Seasonal - 40 hours per week

                                                      Year Round – 19 hours per week

                                                      Weekends Only – Ballfield Maintenance (Age 17 years and older may apply)

Qualifications: General knowledge of the methods, practices, and materials used in parks and facilities upkeep and operation, the cleaning and general maintenance of parks and facilities; of mowing and trimming equipment and hand tools; ability to safely and efficiently operate manual and powered equipment required to perform job duties; ability to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time; ability to communicate effectively orally; ability to attend work regularly; and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience in parks and facilities maintenance preferred but not required. Will train.

Valid North Carolina Driver’s License.

Pre-employment drug test, driver’s history, and background checks required of finalist applicants.

Applications must be obtained, fully completed, and submitted to Henderson County HRD by mail 112 First Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28792, by email (hrd@hendersoncountync.gov), or by fax (828) 698-6184. Please see our website, www.hendersoncountync.gov/hr and refer to the Additional Applicant Information section for more detailed instructions.

The deadline for application is:  Open until filled

Salary Range: $15.75 - $ 22.67 per hour

Grade: 61A