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Chatham County, GA lists this Maintenance Worker I opportunity in savannah, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join Team ChathamDiscover the best of suburban and urban living in Chatham County, Coastal Georgia. This welcoming community offers an excellent balance for living, working, and enjoying life. As the fifth-oldest county in Georgia and the largest outside of Atlanta, Chatham County has a lot to offer. You'll love our beautiful riverfront, which includes the city of Savannah and a three-mile beach on Tybee Island. Chatham County Government is supported by over 2,100 diverse team members across 40 departments, all dedicated to serving the county. We draw talent nationwide by providing outstanding benefits, competitive salaries, and growth opportunities. Join Team Chatham today!DescriptionJoin Our Team! We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to fill multiple temporary positions, offering a 40-hour per week schedule. As a valued member of our team, your efforts will contribute directly to enhancing the beauty and functionality of our local landscapes.Examples of DutiesUnder close supervision you:Perform a variety of manual, unskilled duties of routine difficulty.Assist the roadside mowing team.Operate a variety of landscape maintenance equipment.Perform weed control.Provide trash removal.Clean ditches.Perform other work as requested.Minimum QualificationsCompletion of eighth grade or equivalent, andAny equivalent combination of experience and training.Must be able to follow instructions and perform sustained physical labor, including heavy lifting and use of hand tools.Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.Must provide and wear approved steel toe protective footwear during normal working hours.During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team.In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Driver's License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing.Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications.Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.BenefitsCHATHAM COUNTY BENEFITS PLANS Eligibility for benefits begins on your date of hire. Full-time employees working a regular schedule of 30 or more hours per week are eligible for County benefits. Part-time, seasonal, and temporary employees are not eligible to participate in the County benefit plan. However, regular part-time employees accrue prorated vacation and sick leave based on their schedule.HEALTH – Employees have a choice between a high or low option point-of-service health plan for themselves, their spouse, and eligible dependent children.VISION – The vision plan offers a comprehensive eye exam and options for frames, lenses, and contact lenses.DENTAL – Employees may choose either the high or low dental plan option with two cleanings per year and periodic x-rays at no cost.EMPLOYEE HEALTH CENTER – Employees and their spouses on the County's health plan have access to the Employee Health Center for physical and behavioral health services, health coaching, and lab services at no cost.RETIREMENT - Chatham County provides a Defined Benefit Pension Plan with a five-year vesting period.LIFE & DISABILITY - Long Term Disability and basic Life Insurance coverage are provided at no cost to employees. Employees may also purchase additional life coverage for themselves and their dependent family members.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Chatham County offers Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts through payroll deduction. The Medical FSA has a rollover feature equal to the annual Federal maximum.WELLNESS PROGRAM – Chatham County provides a variety of wellness opportunities for employees, including a Diabetes/Pre-Diabetes Management Program, Mobile Mammograms, Health Screenings, Flu Shots, Dietician Services, weight loss programs, reimbursements for gym memberships and participation in local races, education sessions, and more.VOLUNTARY BENEFITS – Employees may choose voluntary benefits such as Accident, Cancer, Short-Term Disability, and Whole Life Insurance products.HOLIDAYS AND TIME OFF – Chatham County observes 12 paid holidays per year. Employees accrue 12 vacation days per year, with the accrual rate increasing with years of service, and 15 sick days per year.ADDITIONAL BENEFITS - Annual merit increases, Cost of Living Adjustments, Longevity pay, Access to on-demand training, Career advancement opportunities, and Service awards.
Worksite address
savannah, GA, 31401, US
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