Grounds Maintenance Laborer

Dayton Group Inc. • Cheltenham, MD

2d • $19 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Dayton Group Inc. (DGI) is seeking a highly motivated, qualified, and experienced Grounds Maintenance Laborer for a Government facility located in Clinton, Maryland. Grounds Maintenance Laborers are responsible for the general upkeep, landscape maintenance, general building maintenance, and beautification of the facility. The majority of work will be conducted outdoors and may be physically demanding.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience performing the duties listed
• Some experience as a trades helper, laborer, or any equivalent combination of training and experience
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Physically able to climb ladders and stairs
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Should have general knowledge of weed trimmers and mowers

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment including lawn tractor, Z-turn mowers, push mowers, chain saws, trimmers, trucks, and forklift
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs to grounds equipment
• Maintain grass and shrubs
• Trim-remove trees as directed
• Perform minor repairs to the grounds as directed
• Use various portable tools
• Perform repairs to perimeter fence
• Maintain perimeter road
• Clear station and pond drains
• Perform furniture move orders
• Perform snow removal duties
• Work with minimal supervision
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate
• 11 annual paid holidays
• Minimum of 2 weeks of paid annual leave
• Up to 56 hours of annual paid sick time (based on the Service Contract Act (SCA))
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance with 75% of the premiums and deductibles paid by the company
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan immediately vesting with up to 4% employer match
• Professional development assistance including memberships, professional licenses, and tuition reimbursements

What This Job Offers

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