With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Groundskeeper for the Marriottsville Campus is an integral member of the Facilities department completing daily maintenance and projects.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A representative summary of tasks to be performed by the incumbent is provided below. The incumbent may be asked to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically stated in this description. The duties and responsibilities of the position are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with the mission, values and mission focus statement of The Sisters of Bon Secours, and in-line with the organization’s Code of Conduct.

• Perform daily rounds inspection of the property;
• Perform seasonal grounds duties including: leaf-raking, mulch replacement, snow and ice removal;
• Install trees/shrubs, assist with planting annual flowers in designated flower beds;
• Maintain highest standards of facility cleanliness and order throughout the facility, including sweeping and maintenance around special features, benches, stairs and entry ways;
• Hand water and monitor irrigation of plantings, especially during time of establishment and drought;
• Clean up litter;
• Regularly monitor and participate in recycling trash removal;
• Maintain cleanliness of swimming pool;
• Immediately report all safety hazards and suspicious activity to the Facilities Manager;
• Respect all facility equipment and property, using care to avoid damage and/or bodily harm;
• Demonstrate (as reflected in actions and attitudes) the guiding principles and core beliefs of The Sisters of Bon Secours;
• All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Qualifications

• A High School Degree or GED is required;
• Must be able to work well in a team, as well as independently, in all weather conditions;
• Knowledge of, as well as good understanding of safety procedures with ability to report all safety hazards and suspicious activity to the Facilities Manager, as well as understand their role in an emergency;
• Detail oriented, with considerable attention to order in the public landscape and throughout the facility;
• Able to work overtime, weekends, holidays as needed (every-other Saturday during peak times May-Sept.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Pool operators certification; if not employer will arrange accommodations to have certified;
• Previous work experience in landscape/maintenance field;
• Valid driver’s license;
• Previous experience operating maintenance and power equipment, as well as gas and electric vehicles; examples include: Zero-Turn Mowers, Utility vehicles, push-mowers, trimmers/ chainsaws

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com