Groundskeeper (Temporary)

Kamehameha Schools • Kurtistown, HI

6d • $21 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Kamehameha Schools, Hawaii Campus is looking for a Temporary Groundskeeper to work a Tuesday - Saturday, 5:30am - 2:00pm shift. Initially this will be a temporary position that will run through the end of the year, with the possibility for extension. Our ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of hands-on groundskeeping or landscaping experience and a valid Drivers License.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience in grounds keeping services.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Good work ethic, including punctuality and good attendance.
• Positive attitude and willingness to continuously learn new skills and knowledge; ability to demonstrate increasing competence.
• Ability to train and instruct others.
• Ability to read and comprehend training materials and correctly instruct others.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow safety instructions and correctly instruct others.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules to accommodate after-hours school-related functions and activities.
• Demonstrated values of inclusion.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to provide current driving abstract.

Nice To Haves

• CDL License.

Responsibilities

• Groundskeeping Services: Instructs others in proper risk assessment and safe work practices and technical use of equipment and chemicals. Assesses and assembles materials and tools required for work to be performed efficiently and cost-effectively. Prepares or instructs others to prepare work areas for work to be performed, and cleans or instructs others to clean work areas, machines, and equipment following work completion. Works with others or independently performs general and specialized grounds keeping services.
• Safety: Attends all technical and safety- training, including on-the-job training, uses all PPE, and adheres to safety guidance. Assesses work to be performed in advance to identify work-related risks and implements proper mitigations to ensure safety. May instruct others in proper risk assessment and workplace safety best practices. Reports all safety hazards to supervisor and/or immediately corrects if able to.
• Administrative: Participates in campus and department events and activities as scheduled. Constructively identifies and suggests ways to improve organizational effectiveness and operational efficiency. Adheres to all employee handbook protocols and policies including mandatory reporting.

Benefits

• Compensation and Benefits Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs.
• At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.

What This Job Offers

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