Groundskeeper

Southcoast Health System, Inc.•New Bedford, MA

14d•$17 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Southcoast Health is hiring a Groundskeeper to maintain hospital grounds and other Southcoast properties. The role includes routine grounds clean-up, assisting with parking garage oversight and cleaning, coordinating with the landscaping contractor, and replacing or monitoring plantings as needed. The Groundskeeper also performs general equipment maintenance, troubleshoots facility grounds equipment, and assists other trades with assigned work. The position is based at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford, Massachusetts, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week on the day shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The position requires flexibility to meet departmental and organizational needs, including weekend, holiday, and off-hours availability, and occasional on-call duties. The role reports to the Executive Director of Engineering/Facilities & EVS or designee.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Mechanic-related trade school or other related experience.
Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain general maintenance tools.
Valid Massachusetts driver's license.
Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19, or qualify for and sign a statement requesting exemption for medical or personal reasons once hired.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine grounds clean-up on hospital grounds and other Southcoast properties as needed.
Assist with oversight and cleaning of parking garages.
Assist with the landscaping contractor and replace or monitor plantings on the grounds as needed.
Perform general equipment maintenance and troubleshoot malfunctioning facility grounds equipment.
Assist all trades with assigned work as needed.
Work weekends, holidays, and off-hours as needed, and occasionally fulfill on-call duties.
Maintain a reliable and safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.