GROUNDSKEEPER (FULL TIME)

Compass Group

1d•$16 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring immediately for a full time GROUNDSKEEPER position. Location: Jasper County School District - 10942 North Jacob Smart Boulevard, Ridgeland, SC 29936. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Full time; Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. More details upon interview. Requirement: Prior grounds maintenance and basic landscaping experience is preferred. Pay Range: $16.00 per hour to $17.00 per hour. SSC Services for Education is known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates’ knowledge and experience alongside SSC’s extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors. SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way. As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world. This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email [email protected] Summary Summary: Plans and administers a program of grounds and plant maintenance, including growing schedules and continued propagation through plants and cuttings. Responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the care of grasses and plants. Trims, prunes and removes scrubs, bushes and trees. Performs general janitorial duties including property inspections, landscaping and grounds maintenance.

Requirements

Valid Non-CDL Class C driver's license required.

Nice To Haves

Prior grounds maintenance and basic landscaping experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides quality customer service to customers by providing one-on-one attention to detail.
Inspects common areas and reports deficiencies to Maintenance Supervisor.
Inspects exterior of the property and grounds; reports deficiencies to Maintenance Supervisor.
Mows lawns weekly during the proper season. Cleans landscaping tools and equipment after each use.
Trims bushes to maintain neat appearance and desired shape.
Weeds flowerbeds weekly or more often if needed.
Shovels exterior walkways during wintery weather; salts or sands icy walkways as needed.
Contributes to the team; facilitates good customer interactions; exhibits professionalism with customers, fellow employees and others with whom there is contact.
Performs other duties as assigned.