GROUNDSKEEPER

PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY

This position was created in order to

•    Provide consistent and regular cleaning of the grounds outside the building. The person in this position will maintain the grounds around the building and keep it free of debris and garbage.

•   Fuel Islands will need the garbage emptied multiple times per shift, fuel pumps need to be kept clean on the gas and diesel islands at all times. The person in this position will keep the water buckets filled with the proper solution for cleaning windshields, and replace squeegees as necessary. Replace paper towels as needed in the towel dispensers. Keep all fuel pumps clean and free of obstructions. Report any leaks in the fuel nozzles to the maintenance department. If someone from maintenance is not available, the Grounds Keeper will do minor repairs to the pumps. If any major repairs are needed, they need to be reported to the Maintenance Manager.

•    Wash the gas and diesel island with the Hotsy when weather permits. The Grounds Keeper shall wash both islands on a regular basis to keep the concrete maintained and clean during warmer weather (above freezing). This part of the job will also include using the Hotsy to clean the areas all around the building where parking is allowed. Occasional cleaning in other areas like around the dumpsters may also be necessary. Application and removal of floor dry will be the responsibility of this person when fuel spills occur on the islands.

•    Clean and maintain the well houses, generators, and storage sheds. The Grounds Keeper should keep all four sheds free of garbage, dirt and any other unnecessary debris which does not pertain to the job. This also will include reading the water meters in each well house and posting it on the forms provided. Availability of air for customer tires on the eastside of the well house should be checked for functionality and reported to maintenance if not working properly.

•    Provide snow removal when necessary. During the winter months the Grounds Keeper is responsible for shoveling snow in any areas where a customer might walk keeping it maintained and safe for traffic.

•    Check backup generators and maintain fuel levels. Grounds Keeper will check the generators each week to check for proper fuel levels. In the event of a power outage fuel may need to be added.

•    Check Crind paper in the printers on the gas island. The Grounds Keeper will need to replace the receipt paper in the printers on the gas and diesel islands as needed. The fuel desk cashier will tell you what dispensers need paper.

•    Maintain overall appearance of Chevy trucks used for Grounds Keeping responsibilities. Keep windows clear of obstructions and clean. Keep pickup filled with fuel and oil. Report any mechanical problems to the maintenance department.

QUALIFICATIONS

Capacities

•    Physical
1    Position requires extensive walking and some stair climbing.
2.    Must be able to stand and exert mobility for periods of up to four(4) hours in length.
3.    Employee will be required to lift up to 75 pounds and carry 10 to 20 feet.
4.    Must be able to stoop and bend.
5.    Subject to water on islands and cleaning chemical.

•    Mental
1.    Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
2.    Be able to communicate clearly to staff and supervisors both by written and oral communication.

•    Attitude
1.    Optimistic outlook.        
2.    Customer service oriented.
3.    Dependable, on time, and willing to go the extra mile to get the job done.

•    Personality Traits
1.    Attention to detail. Constant ability to see cleaning that needs done.
2.    Ability to organize. Grounds Keeper needs to be able to organize their time and tasks.
3.    Ability to work without supervision. Most of what a Grounds Keeper does is individual work.

•    Skills
1.     Communication. Read, write and speak English
2.     Task oriented.

OVERVIEW OF DAILY TASKS

•    Clean around building
•    Fill water buckets and towel dispensers on gas and diesel island
•    Empty all outside garbage receptacles
•    Check Crind paper and fill when needed
•    Wash gas and diesel islands alternately in warm weather
•    Clean fuel dispensers on both islands
•    Inspect equipment on islands
•    Keep well house and surrounding area clean
•    Provide snow removal when necessary
•    Check backup generators
•    Maintain pickups
•    Distribute floor dry as necessary
•    Post water readings daily

OTHER

Grounds Keeper will report to the Maintenance Manager and the Manager on shift.