Groundskeeper Crew Part Time Year Round Heights

St Johns Lutheran Ministries•Billings, MT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

SUMMARY: Performs routine landscape and grounds maintenance that may include watering, raking, mowing, weeding, planting and trash/litter removal, snow removal and seasonal decorating. Operates trucks and/or powered grounds equipment. Must be able to work an occasional flexible schedule during the Summer Concert Series, snow removal season, and emergency Ground situations. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Grounds keeping: Irrigates, mows, rakes and trims lawns Picks up and disposes of litter, Trims and edges around walks, flower beds, and walls using clippers and edging tools Performs weeding Lays sod Assist with small construction tasks such as excavating and handling and or transportation of equipment and materials Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices Ensures proper snow removal for safety of guests and staff Assists with decorating the grounds and interior for seasonal décor Assists with irrigation & maintenance of water features Operates powered equipment including ATV, skid steer, and gators Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned Event set up: Sets up tents, chairs, tables, etc. as needed Direct traffic and general duties as assigned by Grounds Supervisor and Event Coordinator Safety: Obeys safety rules of St. John’s United Identifies, reports, and/or corrects obvious safety hazards Attends mandatory safety in-services Mission/Customer Service: Supports the growth and actively engages in the Eden Alternative philosophy, including a work environment with plants and animals. Follows the St. John’s Guidelines for Customer Service Let the Mission be your guide Make eye contact and smile Greet & welcome each and every person Seek out personal contact Provide immediate service-listen & act Use appropriate body language at all times Be gracious to each & every person Employee Responsibilities: Follows policy and procedures on annual TB testing. Follows policy and procedures on annual influenza vaccinations. Attends all mandatory in-services Performs other duties as assigned by the Grounds Supervisor or person in charge of area where work is being done.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Prior experience and/or knowledge in related field preferred.
A valid Montana driver’s license
Ability to read, understand, follow and enforce safety precautions
Knowledge of grounds maintenance and turf equipment operations
Ability perform grounds maintenance tasks
Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade
Ability to perform grounds maintenance such as laying sod
Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects
Requires the ability to work in extreme heat and cold conditions
Must be dependable and have the ability to work independently
Requires heavy physical work more than 70% of the time, including lifting up to 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, walking, and bending for prolonged periods of time.

Responsibilities

Irrigates, mows, rakes and trims lawns
Picks up and disposes of litter
Trims and edges around walks, flower beds, and walls using clippers and edging tools
Performs weeding
Lays sod
Assist with small construction tasks such as excavating and handling and or transportation of equipment and materials
Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies
Ensures proper snow removal for safety of guests and staff
Assists with decorating the grounds and interior for seasonal décor
Assists with irrigation & maintenance of water features
Operates powered equipment including ATV, skid steer, and gators
Sets up tents, chairs, tables, etc. as needed
Direct traffic and general duties as assigned by Grounds Supervisor and Event Coordinator
Obeys safety rules of St. John’s United
Identifies, reports, and/or corrects obvious safety hazards
Attends mandatory safety in-services
Supports the growth and actively engages in the Eden Alternative philosophy, including a work environment with plants and animals.
Follows the St. John’s Guidelines for Customer Service
Follows policy and procedures on annual TB testing.
Follows policy and procedures on annual influenza vaccinations.
Attends all mandatory in-services
Performs other duties as assigned by the Grounds Supervisor or person in charge of area where work is being done.