Groundskeeper (Nursery) (Full Time)

Compass Group • College Station, TX

8d • $13 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Summary: Plans and administers a program of grounds and plant maintenance, including growing schedules and continued propagation through plants and cuttings. Responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the care of grasses and plants. Trims, prunes and removes scrubs, bushes and trees. Performs general janitorial duties including property inspections, landscaping and grounds maintenance.

Requirements

• Prior experience in basic plant care is required
• Valid Non-CDL Class C driver's license required
• Ability to stand, lift. push/pull heavy carts for long periods
• Does require weekend rotation for watering in the greenhouse and outside nursery
• Occasional in the field installation of annual color

Nice To Haves

• groundskeeping experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Planting seeding/cuttings
• transplanting, watering, fertilizing, pruning, weeding, thinning and pest and disease control
• Preparing soil mixes
• Rotating crops, managing inventory, and assist with loading as plant material goes to the field
• Keeping greenhouses and nursery clean at all times
• Inspects common areas and reports deficiencies to Maintenance Supervisor
• Inspects exterior of the property and grounds; reports deficiencies to Maintenance Supervisor
• Mows lawns weekly during the proper season
• Cleans landscaping tools and equipment after each use
• Trims bushes to maintain neat appearance and desired shape
• Weeds flowerbeds weekly or more often if needed
• Shovels exterior walkways during wintery weather; salts or sands icy walkways as needed
• Contributes to the team; facilitates good customer interactions; exhibits professionalism with customers, fellow employees and others with whom there is contact
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• SSC invests in our employees with training and growth opportunities, but the benefits don’t stop there, SSC offers a comprehensive benefits package and we are also excited to offer same day pay!
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance/AD
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace & Employee shopping program
• Identify Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• And More…
• Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

What This Job Offers

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