Work Schedule: Standard business hours; requires weekends, nights, holidays, and
emergency call-outs.

Job Summary

The Park Maintenance Crew Chief provides vital leadership and supervision for Kershaw
County’s park maintenance operations, ensuring that public facilities remain safe, clean, and
accessible. Reporting to the Park Maintenance Superintendent, this working field supervisor
coordinates daily assignments for maintenance crews and contractors to uphold the
department’s core values of community and stewardship. The role is essential for maintaining
the readiness of athletic fields and recreational areas for residents and visitors. By setting high
standards for workmanship and accountability, the Crew Chief ensures a quality park
experience across the County.

Key Responsibilities/Duties:
● Leads and supervises daily field crew operations to ensure park maintenance tasks are
completed professionally and on schedule.
● Ensures athletic fields and park facilities are fully prepared and safe for scheduled
games, tournaments, and community events.
● Maintains high standards of park appearance and safety through regular inspections of
grounds, playgrounds, and restrooms.
● Manages equipment and materials inventory to ensure tools and vehicles are secure,
operational, and properly maintained.
● Fosters staff development and accountability by training personnel on safe work
practices and department standards.
● Oversees work orders and documentation systems to track maintenance activities,
incident reports, and corrective actions.
● Monitors contractor performance and special projects to verify compliance with approved
scopes of work and safety regulations.
● Coordinates emergency and storm response activities to quickly restore park safety and
accessibility following severe weather.
● Upholds public service excellence by professionally addressing resident concerns and
maintaining positive community relationships.
● Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications
Experience: 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in parks, grounds, or athletic
field maintenance. Supervisory or crew leader experience is preferred.
Education/Cert: High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical training in
turf management or related field preferred. Valid SC driver’s license required; playground safety
and pesticide certifications preferred.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in operating mowers, tractors, and power tools; experience with
irrigation systems and digital work-order/timekeeping platforms. Ability to perform heavy
physical labor and lift/carry significant weight.
Core Competencies: Strong leadership and crew coordination; exceptional problem-solving
and prioritization skills; clear professional communication; and a commitment to pride in
workmanship.

**Resumes are ONLY accepted as an attachment to a completed application**

Kershaw County Employment Applications are only accepted for positions that are posted.

Employment Applications should ONLY be submitted within the posting dates

and must be submitted by 5:00 pm on the closing date.

Applications should ONLY be submitted to: 

Attn: Applications

Kershaw County Government Center

515 Walnut Street

Camden, SC 29020

OR

Any branch of the SC Department of Employment and Workforce

Kershaw County is an equal opportunity provider and employer. It is the policy of Kershaw County to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees on the basis of qualifications and without discrimination because of race, religion, color, political affiliation, physical disability, national origin, sex, age, or familial status.  Kershaw County is a Drug-Free Workplace.