GroundsKeeper

Trinity Health • Cedar Falls, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the GroundsKeeper performs a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the care and maintenance of landscaped areas. Duties include the care of lawns, shrubs, trees, and flower beds, as well as snow removal and general outside maintenance. The role involves operating a variety of machinery and equipment, including tractors, dump trucks, end loaders, hydraulic mowers, sweepers, aerators, skid loaders, chain saws, and various power hand tools. All services and related duties are performed in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Requirements

• High School or Equivalent (GED)
• 3 – 4 years of experience with High School plus specialized training
• 5 – 10 years' experience in soil and turf management, landscape design, and large snow operations.
• Basic language, basic math, basic reasoning ability.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Internet.
• Must have mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read, write or understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patients, visitors, staff and physicians while performing their job duties.
• Pesticide Applicator’s license required for all full-time staff, must obtain within 6 months of hire and must renew by March 1st each year.
• Valid IA driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
• CDL within 30 days of hire for FT & PT staff.

Nice To Haves

• Horticulture degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of machinery and equipment including, tractors, dump truck, hydraulic mower, sweepers, aerators, skid loader, chain saw and a variety of power hand tools, end loader.
• Maintains grounds by mowing, edging, weeding, raking leaves, and checking watering levels.
• Snow removal.
• Under supervision, prepares and applies hazardous chemicals for pest and disease control on trees, shrubs, bushes, and turf.
• Perform other related work as assigned.
• Adheres to all safety, infection control and employee health policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees