What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Grounds Crew position at Jewelers Mutual?
Summary
Jewelers Mutual is seeking a dedicated and hardworking Grounds Crew Temp to join our Facilities team. This role is responsible for the upkeep and beautification of the campus grounds through landscaping, lawn care, and general exterior maintenance. The ideal candidate is reliable, takes pride in outdoor work, and is comfortable operating various tools and equipment.
Why Jewelers Mutual:
Since 1913 we’ve been committed to supporting the Jewelry industry and putting customers at the center of everything we do. With over a century of trusted expertise, we’re financially strong, forward-thinking, and driven by curiosity. Guided by our core values of Agility, Accountability, and Relevancy, we lead through innovation.
As a technology focused organization, we embrace cutting-edge tools and data-driven insights to continuously improve our products, services, and customer experience. Our mission is to be the industry’s most trusted advisor by investing in our people, adopting new technologies, and striving for excellence.
We’re dedicated to fostering growth through collaboration, powered by bold thinking, teamwork, and the passion of our people.
Here, you’ll:
- Move fast and embrace change
- Always look for better ways
- Grow, thrive, and help shape what’s next
Join us and be part of a culture where you can make an impact while building your future.
What You’ll Do:
- Perform routine lawn maintenance, including mowing grass across campus grounds
- Remove weeds from landscaping beds and outdoor areas
- Spread mulch and black fill as needed for landscaping projects
- Plant grass and assist with other basic horticulture tasks
- Use weed eaters, blowers, and other equipment to maintain a clean appearance around buildings and walkways
- Blow off and clean campus parking lots and sidewalks
- Wash and maintain exterior facility equipment and tools
- Support the general maintenance crew with additional duties as needed
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What You’ll Bring:
Minimum Qualifications
- Ability to safely operate lawn mowers, weed eaters, blowers, and other grounds equipment
- Physically able to perform manual labor in various weather conditions (standing, lifting, bending, etc.)
- Reliable transportation and punctuality
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or older at the time of employment
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or outdoor maintenance preferred
- Strong work ethic and ability to work independently or as part of a team
Physical Requirements
- Outdoor work in various weather conditions
- May require early morning start times, especially during peak maintenance seasons
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods.
- Regularly required to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds (may vary based on your specific needs)
- Operates a variety of equipment, including lawn mowers, trimmers, blowers, snow removal equipment, and small hand tools
- May be exposed to loud noises, vibration, dust, and fumes
- Must be able to perform repetitive tasks and work on uneven terrain
- Occasionally required to work evenings, weekends, or holidays based on weather or maintenance needs
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection may be required
What We Offer You:
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Includes performance bonuses, generous paid time off, and a top-tier retirement program with 401(k) matching and additional company contributions.
- Collaborative Culture: Work alongside talented, passionate peers who value ownership and continuous learning.
- Community & Giving: Benefit from 50% charitable gift matching and paid volunteer time to support nonprofit causes
- Great Place to Work® Certified: Join a team recognized for an environment of innovation and growth.
Accessibility and Accommodations
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting jmrecruiting@jminsure.com.