Groundskeeper

TMC Transportation is the nation’s largest employee-owned, open deck transportation company. Founded in 1972, and headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, TMC provides expert transportation services and supply-chain management solutions throughout the 48 contiguous states. If you’re seeking a rewarding career at a dynamic company built on integrity, innovation and dedication to quality and customer service, then join us in our Destination of Excellence.

TMC Offers:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• 401(k) Plan
• Employee Ownership - ESOP!

TMC Transportation has an immediate full-time opening for a Groundskeeper working out of our office in Des Moines, Iowa.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The primary function of a Groundskeeper is to maintain grounds of company property, whether it be industrial, commercial, or public property.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Trim and edge around walks, flower beds, and walls
• Clean grounds and remove litter
• Rake and bag or burns leaves
• Spray lawn, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides
• Prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged leaves, branches, or twigs
• Repair fences, gates, walls, and walks
• Make minor repairs on equipment such as lawn mower, spreader, and snow removal equipment
• Make minor repairs to and maintains building areas
• Assists office departments with moving and storage of documents and equipment
• Sharpen tools such as weed cutters, edging tools, and shears
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED (General Education Degree), and/or one to three months related experience or training
• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform to essential functions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to work in inclement weather conditions
• Must be able to lift, climb, kneel, walk, and stand for long periods of times

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Groundskeeping: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person