What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Grounds position at COMMUNITY WELLNESS PARTNERS?
MAIN FUNCTION: Responsible for the upkeep of grounds at Preswick Glen. Cuts grass, trims hedges and trees, plants flowers, maintains flower beds, policies grounds of trash and debris.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Cuts grass, trims hedges, trims trees, weeds and maintains flowerbeds and shrubs. Polices grounds of trash and other debris. Disposes of excess grass, leaves, weeds and branches. Responsible for spring clean up of grounds, waters and fertilizes flowers, grass and shrubs. Responsible for all grounds upkeep and preventative care.
- Responsible for proper use and care of all tools and equipment used. Responsible for the safety of others in your work location. Responsible for proper cleaning and storage of tools and equipment.
- Responsible for semi-skilled repairs in mechanical, plumbing, masonry and carpentry. The workmanship must meet building standards and insure that all safety, building regulations and coded are complied with.
- Responsible for staining, painting, power washing, and other tasks.
CONTACTS: Daily with supervisors, employees, Meadows tenants, residents, and nursing. Intermittently with tradesmen and suppliers.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Stands, bends, walks most of the day, pushes, carries, lifts medium to heavy weights. Works in strained positions. Must be able to climb and work off ladders. Good Communication skills are essential when using two way radios. Subject to unpleasant odors. Job requires great physical strength.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposed to dire, dust, grease, noise, temperature extremes, odors from garbage, sewers, cleaning and maintenance chemicals, paints, paint thinners and chemicals from grounds. Occasionally required to work odd hours in case of emergency. Subject to 24 hour call in.
JOB HAZARDS: Exposed to falls, cuts, strains, bruises, abrasions, electrical shock, infections, infectious waste and inclement weather.
Qualifications:Preferable graduate of trade school or equivalent experience.
Salary : $16