Groundskeeper

Palacios Marine & Industrial, Inc • Freeport, TX

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About The Position

Palacios Marine & Industrial (PMI), a leading industrial construction company, is seeking a skilled Groundskeeper to maintain its site grounds and support safe, efficient operations. The role is based in an industrial environment and involves maintaining grounds so they are well-kept and safe for personnel. The Groundskeeper works with other site staff to ensure maintenance activities do not interfere with site operations and reports to the site maintenance supervisor.

Work is primarily outdoors and may take place in varying weather conditions. The position may require occasional weekend or holiday work, physically demanding tasks, lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, and operating machinery for extended periods. It may also require working at heights or in confined spaces.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in groundskeeping or a related field.
• Pass pre-employment screening, including drug screening and a background check.
• Pass site-specific and company safety training.
• Ability to operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment.
• Basic knowledge of plant care and horticulture practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow safety protocols.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Valid TWIC.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and operate machinery for extended periods.
• May require ability to work at heights or in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Mow lawns, trim shrubs and trees, and maintain flower beds.
• Operate and maintain indoor and outdoor equipment and machinery, including mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems.
• Apply fertilizer and pest control treatments as needed.
• Inspect grounds routinely to identify potential hazards or maintenance needs.
• Coordinate with other site staff so grounds maintenance does not interfere with site operations.
• Empty dumpsters.
• Support the water route involving 5-gallon jugs.
• Support outages and non-scheduled days.
• Perform animal control.
• Support emergent and non-emergent FW conditions.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed