Groundskeeper

Job Description

Performing a variety of maintenance task in association with keeping the hospital grounds in a safe, clean and aesthetically pleasing condition. Keeps roadways and sidewalks free of snow and ice build-up. Assists in maintenance and repair a variety of non-clinical electrical/mechanical equipment.

Job Responsibility

• * Uses equipment to sweep walks, driveways and entrances daily to keeps these areas clean and safe.Orders materials and supplies as required through the Lead Groundskeeper.
• * Periodically mows lawn and waters trees, shrubs, grass, etc.
• * As required, periodically seeds, weeds, cultivate and trim edges of planted areas.
• * Removes snow and ice from driveways, walkways and entrances to the hospital.Uses salt and chemical melting agents as required.
• * Keeps all parking areas clean and free of debris, snow, ice and rubbish.Empties all trashcans daily.
• * Maintains, lubricates and keeps clean all grounds keeping equipment and securely and safely stores all items.
• * Performs necessary daily cleaning of Loading Dock and compactor areas to maintain sanitary conditions.
• Performs related duties as required.

*ADA Essential Functions

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to life and move heavy materials and equipment weighting up to approximately 100lbs
• Must have acceptable corrected visual acuity.

Job Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Educational background in landscaping, gardening or botany, preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years maintaining lawns, shrubbery, planted areas grounds, including seeding, tree pruning, sodding, snow removal, general exterior cleaning, ice removal and other operations relating to safe exterior access to the facility and/or related areas, required.
• Valid Driver's License, required.
• Read, write and speak English to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions.

*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).