Construction Maintenance Worker I - PW - 3/9/26

Construction Maintenance Worker I - PW 3/9/26 Salary: $19.17 Hourly Location: SC 29405, SC Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: PW210847 Department: Public Works Opening Date: 03/09/2026

Description Benefits Description Charleston County Public Works Department is looking for highly motivated, safety minded individuals who enjoy working outdoors to join our team! Be a part of improving the quality of life for citizens, business, and visitors of Charleston County.

We offer competitive salary, a great benefit package, four-day workweek (rain or shine), and training and development opportunities for growth and advancement. Working for the County allows you to earn a pension and you will receive paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and paid maternity/parental leave.

HIRING SALARY: $19.17 OPEN UNTIL FILLED, APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities Duties include:

• Operating crew cab pick-up or box truck, utility task vehicle, zero turn and push mowers, weed eaters, chain saws, edgers, trimmers, pruners, blowers, pole saws, and various hand tools to provide grounds maintenance on County properties and/or maintenance of County drainage easements and road rights-of-way.
• Assist with preventative maintenance of equipment and vehicles.
• Maintain a clean and safe crew area.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Positions are available on our Vac Truck and/or Drainage Maintenance Crews.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to comprehend and execute written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to provide good customer service.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools and power equipment using proper PPE.
• Must be safety-minded and be able to work well in a demanding, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Reliable transportation to get to work.
• Valid SC Drivers License or the ability to obtain one within (6) months.
• Available to report to work during hazardous weather or emergency conditions.

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
• Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program
• Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
• Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Well-being Program

For more information, visit our benefits page.

Employer Charleston County Government Address: 4045 Bridge View Dr, Charleston, South Carolina, 29405 Phone: 843-958-4700 Website: http://www.charlestoncounty.org