Groundskeeper: FT, Days

Firelands Health•Sandusky, OH

43d•Onsite

About The Position

Firelands Health is seeking a full-time Groundskeeper for day shift operations. This role is responsible for maintaining the landscaping at the Main and South Campuses, including seeding lawns, preparing areas for planting, mowing, trimming, debris removal, pruning, weeding, fertilizing, and applying pesticides and herbicides. The position also involves snow and ice removal, maintaining irrigation systems, cleaning entrances, operating small equipment for parking lot cleaning, performing preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment, and ensuring proper storage and maintenance of tools. The Groundskeeper will function as a member of the Plant Operations team and participate in staff meetings.

Requirements

Must have at least six months or one season performing related groundskeeping work. Home yard work is not qualifying experience unless it is for a very large and detailed landscape.
Must have knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and minor repair of tractors, cultivators, edgers, power lawn mowers, and other typical groundskeeping equipment.
Ability to work outdoors most of the time; may work in adverse outdoor conditions.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and be mobile.
Punctual attendance at assigned work location is required.
State of Ohio motor vehicle operator’s license. Employee must provide proof of personal automobile liability insurance coverage upon request.
Ability to read and understand simple oral and written instructions.
Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner and maintain an accident free work place, including ability to demonstrate a working knowledge of emergency codes.
Ability to comply with OSHA regulations and CDC standard and transmission-based precaution recommendations and to utilize proper personal protective equipment. Ability to comply with provisions of applicable S.D.S. forms.
Successful completion of a ninety (90) day probationary period.

Nice To Haves

Commercial driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains landscaping at Main and South Campuses including seeding and sodding lawns, preparing areas for planting trees, bushes, and flowers; mowing and trimming grass; removing clippings, leaves, and debris from grounds area; pruning trees and bushes using hand and power tools; weeding and fertilizing; and applying pesticides and herbicides.
Removes snow and ice from parking lots, walkways, and steps either manually or using a tractor.
Maintains proper irrigation of flower beds, landscaping beds, and trees and grassy areas. Maintains potted plants located throughout the Main Campus, South Campus, and off-site buildings.
Cleans and details entrances including pressure washing and glass cleaning.
Operates small equipment to clean parking lots, following all safety precautions.
Performs monthly PMs on cars, trucks, garden tractors, snow equipment and accessories. Is willing to shovel or plow snow and salt walks when necessary.
Cleans, maintains and ensures proper storage of tools used in daily job. Reports any maintenance or repairs needed immediately.
Functions as a member of the Plant Operations team and assists when needed. Participates in staff meetings as required.