Grounds Person

Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday 9:00 am-4:30 pm

Compensation: $18-$20 Per Hour, $2,500 sign-on bonus!

SUMMARY:

The Grounds person's position is to maintain the grounds and provide acceptable curb appeal for the assigned property.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Responsible for daily trash pick-up.
• Plant and/or prune shrubs, bushes, hedges, plants, trees and flowers.
• Dig post holes for signs and fences.
• Maintain grass and lawns, including application of herbicides/fertilizer and raking leaves.
• Provide adequate irrigation of all shrubs, grass flowers & trees.
• Clean gutters.
• Set railroad ties as needed.
• Repair/replace fences.
• Appropriately report and address any hazardous conditions that exist on the property in a timely manner.
• Work with outside contractors and suppliers.
• Follow company policies and procedures at all times, including wearing appropriate company uniform, steel toe shoes and following property safety techniques and protocols.
• Complete required trainings as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education/experience. Demonstrated knowledge of landscaping techniques and processes. Ability to operate various types of power equipment including lawnmowers, trimmers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, and other landscaping equipment. Ability to read, write and communicate in English. Ability to follow detailed instructions and complete assignments. Ability to pass background screening, Drug and Alcohol screening and Physical and Agility tests at time of hire and throughout employment.