Grounds Keeper

The Corporate Source Inc.•Central Islip, NY

64d•Onsite

About The Position

The Groundskeeper performs landscaping tasks using power equipment and hand tools to maintain the facility’s grounds. This job is part of the AbilityOne program, which is one of the largest sources of employment in the United States for people who are blind or have significant disabilities. The Corporate Source is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the employment of people with disabilities and providing services leading to independence and fulfillment.

Requirements

Ability to operate various types of power equipment including lawnmowers, trimmers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, and other landscaping equipment
Ability to use hand tools required for landscaping
Ability to follow instructions and complete assignments
Excellent time management skills
Must be able to meet all requirements for access to federal facilities, which includes presenting a REAL ID compliant license/ID, U.S. Passport, or other acceptable form of identification as required by the REAL ID Act

Nice To Haves

Previous experience preferred
On-the-job training offered

Responsibilities

Mows lawns, trims weeds, and rakes leaves as assigned
Picks up and removes trash prior to mowing a designated area
Empties trash and recycling containers
Trims bushes, shrubs, and hedges
Prepares soil and plants flowers, bushes, hedges, or shrubs
Plants trees and prunes them when necessary
Cuts and removes trees as needed
Applies fertilizer, pesticides, and herbicides as directed
Performs other related duties as assigned
Demonstrated commitment to our mission of creating and advancing employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
Aspire to the highest possible standard of excellence in the performance of your job responsibilities.
Represent The Corporate Source (TCS) in a professional and courteous manner, and to work and communicate constructively with the other members of your team.
Where a question arises, to seek clarification from your supervisor, project manager, or from senior management of TCS.
Meet with your direct supervisor as needed to provide all materials or updates regarding work required in a timely and professional manner.
Immediately report to your supervisor any and all physical plant problems which may bring risk to anyone, affect the proper operation of the program, or result in noncompliance of regulations.
Ensure that assigned work areas are free from potential safety hazards.
Adhere to all policies and professional standards set forth by The Corporate Source, including but not limited to ensuring that your workplace is free of all forms of harassment, sexual harassment and discrimination. You are required to contact your supervisor or human resources if you believe you have been subject to or observed such behaviors.