Employment Type: Full Time Sunday - Thursday - 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
The Groundskeeper's main responsibilities are to Maintain the upkeep and appearance of the hospital landscape and parking garages.
Responsibilities:
Perform daily trash removal as well as garage sweeping using a power sweeper shovel and broom, periodic weeding, pruning, cultivating and care for all garden plants, flowers, trees, bushes, shrubs and disposal of leaves and branches.
Determine appropriate design and appearance concepts through the seasons.
Perform light (small area) grass trimming and snow/ice removal. Arrange and oversee lawn cutting and snow removal activities.
Operate and test irrigation system, landscaping, pressure washer and street cleaning equipment.
Works with routine cleaning and grounds care chemicals some of which can be hazardous. Must be able to repair/replace damage fencing on the property.
Resolve light electrical issues at garages and properties.
Fills in as Mechanic when needed, also assists plumbers with plumbing issues.
Oversee landscape company as they perform landscaping duties on campus.
Painting as assigned.
What you will need:
Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
Required:
1-3 years of landscaping experience in the field.
1-3 Year Maintenance experience or equivalent.
Ability to plan, organize and implement tasks independently.
Some familiarity with care of shrubbery, lawns, and flowers.
Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
Ability to operate power equipment.
Able to hear and verbally communicate through use of telephone, technical equipment, public paging, two-way radios, pocket pagers, for essential duties involving receiving and giving information.
Weekend work and shift rotation (one evening shift per week is planned other occasional rotation may be necessary)
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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.