Labor - Grounds Maintenance II FT (32880)

Goodwill San Antonio • San Antonio, TX

2d • $17 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY Perform grounds maintenance work activities such as grass cutting, edging, trimming/pruning, and limited landscaping. Support the organization in its mission to help change lives through the power of work.

Requirements

• Must have a current, valid driver's license.
• Skills: Reading and comprehension skills.
• Analyze, evaluate situations, and develop alternatives for conflict resolution
• Knowledge: Basic knowledge of grounds maintenance tools & equipment OR equivalent combination of education, experience and/or military training.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.
• For positions that require driving, must maintain a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance coverage, and be able to travel as needed if you drive your vehicle during company business.

Nice To Haves

• Experience Preferred: 6+ months of experience performing similar work.
• Basic knowledge of and skilled in using various landscaping hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Cut grass to specific requirements using a push mower.
• Remove grass clippings, trash, and debris from work site, and dispose of trash at collection point.
• Use grass/weed trimmer in areas (not accessible to riding or push mowers) such as slopes, canals, ditches, rough terrain, ramps, or drop-offs; may also be required to clean ramp areas, both over and under.
• Operate backpack blower to clear surfaced areas.
• Trim hedges and shrubs and edge sidewalks, curbs, parking lots, and other surfaced areas.
• Remove vines from fences and maintain fence lines cleared of new growth.
• Clean tools, working areas, and vehicles; perform basic service maintenance by following manufacturer’s directions before and after use of all equipment; conduct thorough inspection to assure safe use of equipment.
• Follow all Federal, State, and Agency safety requirements; wear safety equipment; follow the proper use of equipment according to the manufacturer’s directions; exercise extreme caution when changing directions on slopes to ensure maintaining balance while carrying and operating equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service by greeting, assisting, and responding to questions and/or concerns in a positive, professional, and friendly manner.

Benefits

• Achieve your potential at Goodwill and beyond through our personal and professional skills development programs, supportive health and well-being benefits, competitive base and bonus pay, savings plans, personal financial education, store purchase discounts, paid time off, leadership development, tuition reimbursement and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees