Grounds Maintenance Laborer

Innovative Consulting & Management Services, LLC • Peoria, IL

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About The Position

ICMS is seeking a full-time Grounds Maintenance Laborer to perform grounds and related maintenance tasks in support of a federal facility. The role maintains the property and grounds according to seasonal requirements, performs basic equipment fixes, and helps keep facilities neat and functional. Work takes place primarily outdoors and must comply with applicable company and position safety regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass a Federal Background Investigation and maintain clearance.
• At least 2 years of lawn and pavement care and maintenance experience in an industrial, public, or commercial campus setting.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds and push and pull 100 pounds.
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and handle materials and equipment.
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
• Ability to recognize safety hazards and communicate so that the individual and others can understand and respond.
• Ability to identify colors, as driving and operating power equipment are required.
• Vision and hearing within normal parameters, with or without correction.
• Ability to work outdoors and tolerate varied temperatures and weather, including snow, rain, wind, dust, and dirt.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the grounds of buildings, parking areas, greenhouses, and other public property.
• Mow grass with walking-type or riding mowers weighing less than 2,000 pounds; trim hedges and edges around walkways, flowerbeds, and wells using appropriate tools.
• Prune shrubs and trees, and spray lawns, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer or insecticide.
• Plant grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs; water vegetation during dry periods using a hose or sprinkler system.
• Collect and burn or remove leaves, paper, and other litter.
• Remove snow from walkways, driveways, roads, and parking lots using a shovel or snow blower, and spread salt on walkways and other areas.
• Repair and paint fences, gates, benches, tables, guardrails, and outbuildings.
• Assist with repairs to roads, walks, buildings, and mechanical equipment.
• Clean comfort stations, offices, workshop areas, and parking lots by sweeping, washing, mopping, and polishing as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits.
• Generous sick and vacation leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance fully covered for the employee.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% automatic contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED