Groundskeeper (Oklahoma City Area)

Oklahoma Goodwill • Oklahoma City, OK

3d • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of the Groundskeeper involves the upkeep and grounds maintenance of all contracted properties to maintain and enhance curb appeal. This is not a supervisory role. Starting Pay : $16.00 per hour Benefits : Medical Dental Vision Life 401k All employees are eligible for the RISE program at Goodwill. RISE helps employees gain the skills they need for personal and career growth through career guidance, job training, and support for lifes challenges. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Punctual and dependable attendance. Operate equipment to maintain lawns such as mowers and trimmers to maintain lawn and grass, care for plants, trees, and shrubs. Cuts, rakes, and will provide routine clean-up to include removal of unwanted, dead or damaged trees and plants. Provides ground maintenance in all seasons. Responsible for snow and dirt removal from buildings, lots and sidewalks. Utilize shovels and other hand equipment to spread mulch, dirt, seed and lawn care chemicals as needed. Completes grounds work as directed which may include picking up and emptying trash containers, cleaning dumpster areas, disposing of trash, garbage, pet waste, litter, and removing debris. Keeps the grounds and exterior environment of a facility in a clean, attractive, orderly, safe, and healthy condition. Maintains sidewalks and walking areas clear of loose grass and brush. Thoroughly clean breezeways by removing cobwebs, bugs in lights, and wiping down exterior doors and handrails. Set up and take down tables, chairs and any other equipment for outdoor events. Perform routine cleaning and maintenance on gardening and ground equipment. Must be groomed and wear clean work attire as required and maintain a professional image. Attend all required trainings as necessary. Review and be familiar with Goodwill of Central Oklahoma safety policies, programs and procedures and adhere to all safety rules, regulations and safety codes. Attend safety training and meetings and report any unsafe work conditions, accidents or injuries immediately ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBLITIES: Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• GED or high school diploma preferred.
• One-year related experience and/or training preferred.
• Must be 21 years old.
• Must pass OSBI/DOC background check.
• Must have a valid OK Driver license.
• Reliable transportation and communication required.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Able to operate various maintenance tools, lawn maintenance equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and irrigation equipment.
• Follows all safety protocols while working with a variety of cleaning supplies/equipment.
• Able to manage time efficiently and work well when supervisor is not present.
• Able to demonstrate adherence to timelines and schedules.
• Willingness to perform routine and repetitive tasks.
• Works in a fast-paced environment with a positive attitude toward customer service.
• This work is physical stamina and requires the following activities: Standing, walking, twisting, bending, grabbing and reaching for long periods of time; occasional squatting, kneeling, stooping, climbing ladders or stairs to access various areas of the property; good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions; talking, hearing, smelling and visual acuity.
• Required to push/pull items and reach overhead and move equipment.
• Must be able to hear to detect sounds indicating potential issues, such as machinery noises or alarms.
• The ability to lift 50 pounds, or more with assistance.
• This position requires flexibility to work onsite, primarily outdoors.
• This is considered a safety sensitive position.
• No level of impairment from drugs, alcohol or prescription medications will be acceptable while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Able to work a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Works a variable schedule as needed for business operations which may include days, evenings, weekends and holidays as well as overtime when required by management.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to maintain lawns such as mowers and trimmers to maintain lawn and grass, care for plants, trees, and shrubs.
• Cuts, rakes, and will provide routine clean-up to include removal of unwanted, dead or damaged trees and plants.
• Provides ground maintenance in all seasons.
• Responsible for snow and dirt removal from buildings, lots and sidewalks.
• Utilize shovels and other hand equipment to spread mulch, dirt, seed and lawn care chemicals as needed.
• Completes grounds work as directed which may include picking up and emptying trash containers, cleaning dumpster areas, disposing of trash, garbage, pet waste, litter, and removing debris.
• Keeps the grounds and exterior environment of a facility in a clean, attractive, orderly, safe, and healthy condition.
• Maintains sidewalks and walking areas clear of loose grass and brush.
• Thoroughly clean breezeways by removing cobwebs, bugs in lights, and wiping down exterior doors and handrails.
• Set up and take down tables, chairs and any other equipment for outdoor events.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance on gardening and ground equipment.
• Attend all required trainings as necessary.
• Review and be familiar with Goodwill of Central Oklahoma safety policies, programs and procedures and adhere to all safety rules, regulations and safety codes.
• Attend safety training and meetings and report any unsafe work conditions, accidents or injuries immediately
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• 401k
• All employees are eligible for the RISE program at Goodwill. RISE helps employees gain the skills they need for personal and career growth through career guidance, job training, and support for lifes challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees