Part-time Groundskeeper I

BlueCross BlueShield of Vermont • Berlin, VT

2d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont is looking for a part-time seasonal Groundskeeper to join our Facilities team. Our company culture is built on an unwavering focus on the health of Vermonters, outstanding member experiences, and responsible cost management for all the people whose lives we touch.

Requirements

• On-the-job training is offered.
• High school diploma/ GED
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of grounds keeping and landscaping practices and procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently and thoroughly.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Basic understanding of how to care for lawns, greenery, and plants.
• Ability to operate various types of power equipment including lawn mowers, trimmers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, and other landscaping equipment.
• Ability to use hand tools required for landscaping.
• Prolonged periods standing, walking, stretching, bending, climbing ladders, kneeling, and pulling.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assignments.

Responsibilities

• Collects and discards litter or other waste materials.
• Operates a variety of maintenance equipment such as shovels, rakes, etc. to complete assignments.
• Operates power equipment and other vehicles such as tractors, mowers, electric clippers, and other similar machines.
• Ensures proper hydration of lawns, trees, and plants using hoses, watering cans, or other.
• Trims trees and vegetation and maintains flower beds.
• Maintains sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, planters, or other features; performs general cleaning.
• Delivers and spreads topsoil and/or straw over newly seeded areas.
• Installs and maintains specialty features such as gardens and flower beds.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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