Building and Grounds Laborer

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in maintenance of 78 acre undeveloped land and 3,800 sq ft residential home.

Notify manager and assist with repairs including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and structural upkeep. Identify issues early and take initiative to resolve problems.

Operate high-pressure cleaning equipment to wash buildings, and operate a variety of tools including jackhammers, drills, saws, grinders, and blowtorches.

Follow proper equipment procedures when utilizing power tools to prevent damage to property.

Use machinery to assist with landscaping, snow removal, clearing trails, building and maintaining roads, and other tasks across the 78-acre land and 0.7 acre residential lot.

Manage miscellaneous projects around various properties with minimal oversight. Conduct seasonal preparation tasks as needed.

Prepare new construction sites by digging, moving dirt, or compacting space, and be responsible for clearing debris.

Conduct daily assessments and maintenance on multiple machines, which includes greasing, fueling, checking fluids, and cleaning air filters.

Perform weekly cleaning of the shop, (sweeping) driveways, and curb and gutter areas to maintain a neat and organized work environment.

Ensure that all trucks and equipment receive a thorough interior and exterior wash at least once a week.

Assist with landscaping tasks, such as clearing branches, cutting trees and limbs, and raking or shoveling.

Clean office restrooms and sinks, and take out the trash regularly to maintain a hygienic workspace.

Follow project instructions from the Property Manager.

Understand and adhere to all company safety procedures and participate in regular periodic Environment, Health, and Safety training.

Desired Skills, Qualifications & Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent is required

Landscaping, masonry, or construction experience is preferred

Possess a strong problem-solving and troubleshooting ability

Safety – Safety is our top priority. We want our employees to return home in the same condition as when they walk through our doors.

Honesty – We value doing the right thing. We strive to be open, direct, and respectful in all communications and dealings with each other.

Excellence – We always strive to do our best. We are committed to excellence with an eye on operational efficiency and financial success.

Working Conditions

Able to work a flexible work schedule with varying days and hours, including call-ins.

Able to work outdoors in all seasons and work at heights.

Physical requirements

Able to climb ladders and stairs and lift up to 100lbs.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Benefit Plan Summary

• Medical: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
• HDHP / HSA Plan with employer contributions

Dental: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

Vision-Voluntary: EyeMed

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan w/ Company Match: Fidelity

Paid Time Off: Based upon years of service

Holiday Pay: 6 paid holidays

• Traditional PPO Plan / FSA Plan

Marquis operates federally regulated ethanol production facilities subject to extensive legal and safety requirements from the U.S. Department of Transportation, OSHA, EPA, and TTB, which supersede Illinois law to the extent they conflict. To comply, Marquis maintains a drug-free workplace and enforces a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy through pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable-suspicion testing of all employees. Every applicant who receives a conditional offer must pass a drug and controlled-substances screening as a condition of hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $30