Grounds Maintenance | NAS Jacksonville Fleet Readiness Center

CHALLENGE ENTERPRISES OF NORTH FLORIDA INC • Jacksonville, FL

13d • $18 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Challenge Enterprises of North Florida is seeking a dependable, safety-focused, and motivated individual to join our team as a Grounds Maintenance Worker. This position is responsible for mowing, edging, weeding, debris removal, and maintaining the general cleanliness and appearance of assigned exterior areas. This role includes operating gas- and electric-powered grounds maintenance equipment and completing seasonal duties as needed. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys outdoor work and can work independently with limited supervision.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Clean driving record for the previous three years
• Ability to pass required background screening
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Ability to bend, stoop, push, twist, and turn throughout the workday
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform physical grounds maintenance duties throughout the workday
• Ability to work outdoors in severe heat and humidity during summer months
• Ability to work outdoors in cold temperatures during winter months

Nice To Haves

• Dependable and punctual work habits
• Strong commitment to workplace safety
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to stay on task and complete work within assigned timeframes
• Positive attitude and customer service skills

Responsibilities

• Operate gas-powered mowing equipment to maintain grass at approximately 2 to 3 inches and present a uniform appearance
• Operate gas- or electric-powered weed-eating and edging equipment
• Spread grass mulch clippings evenly and pull weeds to maintain a neat appearance
• Fill holes, ruts, and depressions with dirt to maintain even ground surfaces
• Spread granulated fertilizer during prescribed seasonal periods
• Remove and properly dispose of trash and debris from the grounds
• Sweep paved areas and rake debris as needed
• Bag trash, grass, leaves, and other collected debris
• Complete changing seasonal duties and other grounds maintenance responsibilities as assigned
• Perform basic equipment operation and safety checks
• Safely refuel gas-powered equipment and install cutting line on weed-eating equipment
• Remain aware of surroundings and follow all required safety practices while operating equipment
• Notify the Supervisor if assigned work cannot be completed and maintain a positive relationship with the onsite customer

Benefits

• Challenge Enterprises team helps provide safe, clean, and professional outdoor environments while supporting the agency’s mission of creating opportunities for individuals living with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

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