Hiring Groundskeeper/ Landscaper (3082)

Hilton • Fort Smith, AR

297d • $14 - $14

About The Position

HES is a premier national provider of facilities management services focused 100% on educational institutions. Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, we pride ourselves on building best-in-class programs for custodial, maintenance, grounds, and landscaping services. With hundreds of years of combined facilities experience, our leadership team is comprised of results-oriented, hands-on executives and facilities experts who give your facilities our full attention. Whether for a grounds and landscaping program, custodial services, or maintenance solutions, HES will change the way you look at facilities management. Want to become part of a winning team with opportunities for growth, career advancement and development? HES Facilities is proud to provide an environment where we support you and your drive for success. We have a passionate commitment to learning and investing in our associates looking to accelerate their careers. We offer a wide range of employment opportunities for professionals and entry level candidates who share our core values. HES Facilities Management is an equal opportunity employer. HES Facilities Management does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

• High school degree preferred.
• Some experience in lawn care helpful.
• Must be able to operate various lawn care machinery including mowers, edgers, backpack blowers.
• Good communication skills.
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential.
• Must be a problem solver with the ability to find resolutions.
• Self-starting individual who follows directions, adheres to a work schedule, and can focus on details.
• Must be self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Trucks for The Day
• Load gas cans, mowers and other equipment onto Company trucks/trailers
• Secure all equipment
• Perform Groundskeeping On Properties
• Mow turf using various mowers
• Line trimming and edging
• Sweeping and blowing leaves and clippings
• Prune shrubs and trees as needed and clear debris
• Pull weeds as needed
• Clean site and watch for trash, limbs, and rocks
• Operate powered equipment such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, snow blowers, chain-saws, electric clippers, sod cutters and pruning saws
• Shovel snow from walks, driveways and parking lots and spread salt in those areas
• Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, removing thatch, trimming, edging around flower beds, walks, and walls
• Prune and trim trees, shrubs and hedges using hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, hedge/brush trimmers, axes, shears, pruners or chain saws
• Seeding, including the preparation and application of erosion control blanket, application of fertilizer, herbicide, pesticide, fungicide; aquatic applications, raking, watering of trees, shrubs, plants, flowers, bulbs, seeds and sod; grooming; dividing plants
• Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, and other grounds features
• Prep soil uniformly for flower or groundcover installation, cultivating beds; mulch application; bed preparation using soil amendments; core aeration
• Pruning, planting, removal or replacement of shrubs, plants, and flowers; pruning of trees and replacement of trees that are planted as a replacement due to the removal of diseased or damaged trees, or trees that constitute a hazard; non-substantive replacement of sod
• Plant material properly considering depth, size, placement, and spacing
• Apply mulch appropriately for type of material
• Water material correctly
• Edge beds or establish new bed edges
• Wash equipment and truck
• Maintain and repair tools, equipment, and structures such as, but not limited to, fences, benches, and minor out building maintenance using hand and power tools
• Snow removal: must be available nights, weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: High school or GED