GROUNDS KEEPER

ABM US • North Chicago, IL

2h

About The Position

ABM is seeking a reliable Landscape Laborer to maintain property grounds. Duties include mowing and cutting lawns; trimming and edging along walkways, flower beds, and walls; trimming bushes and trees; planting bushes and flowers; applying lawn care chemicals as needed; and removing snow and spreading salt. On-the-job training is provided. The role may suit someone entering or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain property grounds.
• Ensure proper maintenance of mowers, blowers, and sprinkler systems.
• Perform landscape maintenance, including leaf removal, pruning shrubs and trees, fertilizing, lawn care, and watering.
• Remove litter and empty trash cans.
• Clean roads, parking lots, and walkways to promote pedestrian and vehicle safety.
• Perform basic carpentry and painting tasks.
• Remove ice and snow from walks, roads, and lots, including applying ice melter and road sand.
• Establish new plants and plantings in landscapes and through greenhouse culture.
• Use manual and automatic watering systems to provide adequate moisture for plantings.
• Perform equipment safety checks and recommend necessary changes to the leader.
• Maintain safe work areas during and after work projects.
• Clean spills as needed, including body fluids.

Benefits

• ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package; details are available through the ABM Employee Benefits information for Front Line Team Members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed