Description: General Job Summary: Performs routine ground keeping and building maintenance duties on all Methodist Children's Homes buildings and facilities. Essential; Functions: * Cuts lawn using hand, power or riding mower, trims and edges around walks, flower beds, walls, etc. * Plant grass, flowers, trees and shrubs; prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth. * Sprays lawn, trees and shrubs with fertilizers and insecticides. * Removes snow and ice from building walkways and steps; may rake leaves * May perform minor repairs and maintenance procedures on equipment utilized in ground keeping. * Perform monthly walk through of buildings to evaluate repair needs. * Perform monthly check of fleet (all fluids) and DOCUMENT * Perform routine janitorial tasks (take out garbage, supply restrooms with paper goods) * Assist in preparation for events on campus (may include setting up tables, chairs, clean up, etc.) * Maintain work place (Maintenance Shop) organized and upkeep of all tools and resources. * Interact with fellow staff, residents and visitors in a professional and positive manner. * All other duties as assigned Requirements: Qualifications: Knowledge & Experience * Must be twenty-one (21) years of age * High School Diploma preferred and two (2) years' work in related industry Skills/Working Conditions: * Must maintain valid Driver's License and an acceptable driving record * Must be insurable by Methodist Children's Homes insurance carrier * Must be able to work flexible schedule and shifts including overnights, weekends, holidays and extended periods of time. * Must successfully complete all phases of pre-service and on-going training, including but not limited to, physical restraint training, First Aid, CPR, Universal Precautions, and medication administration. Must be able to work in a fast paced, high pressure, high stress environment. Physical Requirements * Must provide a negative drug screen result prior to employment. * Must pass a pre-employment physical and TB test and on-going physical assessments as required * Have the ability to demonstrate organizational, management, and leadership skills. * Have the ability to generate multiple solutions to meet the changing needs of clients, staff, and communities * Have the ability to communicate professionally, in both verbal and written formats, with consumers, including, but not limited to parents, supervisees, colleagues, and community service providers. * Have the ability to supervise work related activities with clients and volunteers * Regular attendance at primary worksite and agency related events. * Have the ability to work overtime.