Overview:
The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the lawn, landscape, sidewalks, parking lots and garages on the Hospital campus. His focus or objective is to provide a safe, clean and pleasing environment.Must be able to work independently from written or oral instructions without direct supervision. Required to work after normal hours, weekends and holidays to meet seasonal job demand. Works outside during inclement weather (rain, ice/snow) as directed.
Responsibilities:
* Performs a variety of landscape tasks: grading, seeding, sodding, rototilling, planting, fertilizing, pruning, spraying, weeding, etc.
* Mows/trims/edges lawn areas observing pertinent safety regulations.
* Removes Hospital hard trash and keeps the grounds free of litter.
* Sweeps/cleans Hospital streets, parking lots, garages, sidewalks and entrances. Operates power washer, blowers, vacuums and street sweepers.
* Reports for ice/snow removal as called. Accountable for clearing primary areas. Applies ice melting materials.
* Performs first level maintenance on gasoline and diesel equipment. Checks oil, lubricates and makes minor repairs.
* Maintains paved surfaces: patches blacktop & repairs concrete sidewalks.
* Proactive in identifying problem areas in the landscape, recommending viable solutions and carrying out steps to resolve issues.
* Collaborates with co-workers, contractors and staff to provide high impact seasonal color display.
* Compliant with Hospital/Departmental Policies and Procedures.
Qualifications:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
High School graduateSix (6) months job related experience and some knowledge of grounds maintenance operations
Valid driver's license required
Ohio Nurserymen Landscape Installer Certification is desirable
Desired by not required:Certification from a trade programMiscellaneous installation/repair certifications from vendors
MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Walking Constantly
Kneeling Constantly
Bending Constantly
Stooping Constantly
Standing Constantly
Pushing/Pulling Constantly
Reaching Frequently
Lifting (up to 100 lbs.) Frequently
Climbing Occasionally
Works indoors and outdoors, can be exposed to dust, dirt, grease, unpleasant weather, hot and confined work areas.
The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. EOE MF/Vet/Disability
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