Groundskeeper

Hospital for Special Care•New Britain, CT

10d•$18 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Groundskeeper provides year-round landscape construction, installation, maintenance, and renovation for corporate-owned or leased properties. The role helps maintain safe, accessible, and pleasant surroundings for patients, staff, visitors, and the community, and keeps grounds-care equipment maintained according to accepted industry practices and standards. The work involves using a variety of grounds-care tools, equipment, and materials, along with basic knowledge of engine operation and mechanics. This position performs routine landscaping and snow and ice removal, maintains and inspects equipment, and supports the Facilities Management Department with additional projects and maintenance tasks. The role works outdoors in changing weather and may involve noise, dust, chemicals, uneven or slippery surfaces, ladders, and powered equipment. Winter on-call availability is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read, write, and understand instructions.
Current valid Connecticut driver’s license.
Ability to work extended hours at times.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including standing or walking for up to eight continuous hours; frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds; and frequently bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, climbing, twisting, and reaching above the shoulders.
Ability to work outdoors in changing weather and in conditions that may include loud noise, close spaces, dust, poor lighting or ventilation, chemicals, fumes, vehicle and equipment noise, uneven or slippery surfaces, ladders, and moving machinery.
Ability to respond to beeper and radio calls and provide emergency response.
Ability to work alone or with others.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of landscaping experience.
Familiarity with small engine operation and repair.
Good mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

Perform routine landscape maintenance, including trash pickup, mowing, trimming, edging, blowing, leaf cleanup, and mulching.
Perform snow removal by shoveling, plowing, and applying treatments to manage snow, ice, and slippery conditions.
Be available on call during winter months.
Perform basic equipment maintenance checks, inspect equipment for defects or problems, and report failures to the supervisor promptly.
Install, maintain, and renovate turf, trees, planting beds, and hardscape features according to approved designs and layouts or direction from the Corporate Groundskeeper.
Safely operate trucks, tractors, sweepers, riding mowers, portable power tools, and other equipment in accordance with traffic laws and manufacturers’ operating guidelines.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment at all times.
Perform routine and preventive maintenance and cleaning of hand tools and gasoline- or diesel-powered equipment and machines within reasonable capabilities.
Support the Facilities Management Department with tasks and projects such as painting, cleaning mechanical rooms and equipment, and moving furniture or supplies.
Complete other related tasks and responsibilities as assigned or requested to finish department projects and maintenance duties safely, efficiently, and within established timeframes.

Benefits

Employer-subsidized medical and dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match of up to 6%.
Paid time off.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance.
Employee wellness programs with access to the onsite fitness and aquatics center.
Employee referral bonus program.
Employee recognition and appreciation initiatives.