Groundskeeper, Engineering, Full Time, Day

Valley Health System

18d • $19 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: To maintain all the grounds (paved and unpaved areas), landscaping (to includes snow removal), and minor repairs to grounds. The duties of a groundskeeper include fertilizing lawns, trees, and bushes as well as maintaining the landscape on the property. Maintain the aesthetic appeal of our outside spaces by maintaining well-kept lawns, trimmed hedges, trim shrubs, clutter-free paths, and trash pickup. To ensure the facility is kept looking great all year long.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of three (3) years' groundskeeping maintenance and/or landscape experience required.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate (oral and in writing) and interact with customers to meet their needs.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment.
• Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule.
• Ability to set priorities, make effective decisions, and respond quickly to customer's needs.
• Ability to recognize and deal with problematic situations and to prioritize.
• Uses discretion in confidential matters.
• Driver’s License - current and valid New Jersey driver's license.
• Employees must adhere to all procedural guidelines in HR Policy 1-13 including demonstrating an acceptable driving record for the duration of their employment as long as driving continues to be a responsibility of the job.

Responsibilities

• maintain all the grounds (paved and unpaved areas)
• landscaping (to includes snow removal)
• minor repairs to grounds
• fertilizing lawns, trees, and bushes
• maintaining the landscape on the property
• Maintain the aesthetic appeal of our outside spaces by maintaining well-kept lawns, trimmed hedges, trim shrubs, clutter-free paths, and trash pickup

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision
• Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

What This Job Offers

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