Groundskeeper

General Description:

The Groundskeeper reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.  The Groundskeeper is responsible for all outdoor maintenance to the grounds and buildings. This position requires an individual with general grounds keeping knowledge.  The Groundskeeper works with limited supervision from maintenance supervisor therefore the ability to work independently, safely and efficiently is required. The Groundskeeper must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity to operate power equipment and must be willing and able to work outdoors all year round.  This employee must know how to operate all machinery associated with groundskeeping (i.e., power mower, chain saw, power hedge trimmers and power leaf removal equipment, etc.). They must also be able to maintain and make minor repairs to the equipment. The employee must be able to stand, crouch, and climb to use ladders and perform various types of manual labor.  Dependability and attention to detail are required characteristics. Also, the Groundskeeper must be willing to assist others in the Maintenance Team and/or do the functions they are capable of when needed. The Groundskeeper also provides relief for the Facilities Janitor in their absence.

This work environment involves occasionally handling hazardous chemical, therefore the ability to utilize a personal respirator is required.  The physical demands of this position involve standing for extended periods, working in extreme heat during the summer months and regularly lifting items weighing between 40 - 50 lbs (unassisted).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Achieve daily and specific goals
• Keep all grounds well maintained
• Practice safe and efficient work habits
• Provide maintenance support to other departments
• Repair and upkeep of facilities equipment
• Practice safe and efficient work habits

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Must be able to utilize a tablet & the Company CMMS
• High School Diploma or GED
• Requires a minimum of 6 months experience in grounds keeping practices
• Experience with irrigation systems is desired
• Must attain certifications to operate forklift, scissor lift, and boom lift

Special Tasks and Focus Areas:

• Achieve daily and specific goals
  • Complete daily tasks on time
  • Receives daily assignments to maintain grounds according to facilities maintenance schedule
• Keep all grounds well maintained
  • Uses hand and power tools to cut and trim grass, trees, and bushes as required to maintain a neat and orderly appearance
  • Pick up all trash, tree limbs, leaves, grass clippings, etc. around the entire property
  • Maintain the sprinkler systems
  • Keep all areas properly watered
  • Performs minor maintenance, lubrication, and cleaning to assigned tools and equipment. Refers more serious problems to the Maintenance Supervisor
  • Prepares requisitions slips for supplies, as needed, and secures supervisors’ approval
  • Returns tools and supplies to the grounds keeping shed at the end of each shift
  • Report the need for any facility repairs to the department supervisor
• Provide maintenance support
  • Light replacement
  • Work with maintenance mechanics in the repair of production or facilities equipment
  • Painting
  • Cleaning
  • Cooler service and repair
  • Roof repairs
  • Serves as back up for Janitor in their absence
• Practice safe and efficient work habits
  • Follow all REDAR rules and policies
  • Utilize PPE when required

“AA/EOE/W/M/Vet/Disable”

R.E. Darling Co., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as protected veteran, among other things, or status as qualified individual with disability.